Our Bedtime Routine

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Our Bedtime Routine

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5 ай бұрын

Although Bedtime is a daily struggle, we do our best to stick to a schedule that helps us remain calm and understanding.
Mikko has always been able to sleep alone up until she turned 3. We've tried so many things to help her, letting her sleep in our room, one of us sleeping with her, music, soft lighting etc... but it always resulted in her getting up during the night. Most recently we've moved our oldest daughter in with her along with a dedicated routine, and she began to sleep through the night.
Sudden changes like what we have experienced, should be evaluated, because it could indicate another issue.
Training your Autistic child to fall asleep alone should be done gradually over time and while Ma'Kenzie loves to be closer to Mikko, This is not a permanent solution by any means, but it does help until we can find something more fitting for each of us.
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@eleanorsmith971 5 ай бұрын

It is so good to see dad being fully invested in his family. He is as calm and collected as his wife. I hope they stay that way. They work so well as a team under more difficult circumstances that most families might not have. I can tell Niko is improving a lot. Keep up the good work.

@Reality.TV.Talk_with_Renonda 5 ай бұрын

Sometimes there are absolutely no tears. That Lil girl is a genius

@pamelajackson8843 5 ай бұрын

I agree cuz she's going to run all over mama

@ambergibson1930 3 ай бұрын

Yes she's a smart gal.. AND a great deal of her stuff with mom is with no tears getting her way..she knows 😮

@mazestitching5182 5 ай бұрын

To me it looks that Mikko is afraid of darkness. Something a lot of childs but also adults struggle with. Its good to have some soft lights on so she can calm down and relax.

@larbszz 5 ай бұрын

Mikko saying “I can’t get it” clear as day 🥰 <a href="#" class="seekto" data-time="217">3:37</a>-<a href="#" class="seekto" data-time="220">3:40</a> I wonder what she wanted but couldn’t reach haha she’s so cute 🥰

@cherry_bear_aestheticd6840 5 ай бұрын

OMGGGGG I HEARD IT TOO

@photonegitivekitty 5 ай бұрын

Im glad your making progress with Mikko! She understands things better now! Im also glad you dont yell at her or make her do things she does not want to do, good job! And your being more authoritative with her, wonderful!

@aishaghalaini6033 5 ай бұрын

I watched earlier videos just as refresher. Your family has made phenomenal progress ❤

@thegentlelife 5 ай бұрын

Thank you so much! It’s been a struggle but we manage each day! 😊

@photonegitivekitty 5 ай бұрын

@@thegentlelife and were proud of you for being strong and patient

@mevelyngeorge9137 5 ай бұрын

I love her improvement , continue working with her. My grandson is 7 years old and I'm still going through some sensory and meltdowns issues. FAMILY HANG IN THERE, STAY STRONG.

@corajones5753 5 ай бұрын

Mom and Dad hang in there. I am praying for your family. Hubby, be encouraged to stay I enjoy seeing you interacting with your daughter it really warms my heart. I love watching your channel.

@shortyshorty1216 5 ай бұрын

Damn@ when I heard that, "Let's go," I was halfwayt out the door with my coat on before I realized, "Where the hell am I going????" 😂😂😂

@kimt.6322 5 ай бұрын

😂😂😂That's hilarious!!!😂😂😂

@crystalcotton6767 5 ай бұрын

😂 that is funny. Thanks needed that laugh 😂

@wonders_work 5 ай бұрын

😂😂😂

@shortyshorty1216 4 ай бұрын

@@crystalcotton6767 😜

@Miami28 5 ай бұрын

Look into getting a salt lamp for her room, they're really good... They give off a calming glow as opposed to a light... Sending love to you and your family 🧡

@elizabethannhankinscampbel6700 5 ай бұрын

I may need that myself! I have problems shutting down my mind. Thanks.

@hua5442 5 ай бұрын

a salt lamp, LED lights (set to a dark colour), a stars/planets projector or a LED globe light could work.

@HelenSharita 5 ай бұрын

Mikko is doing good with her some words ❤I was so proud when she said “thank you” she’s learning quite well. Good job mom and dad

@SMOOV415 5 ай бұрын

Simple solution to cutting onions: set a cup of water on counter next to the onions. As you cut the onion is attracted to the first source of water..that is why it attacks the eyes first.

@jesussaves6625 3 ай бұрын

What a great tip. I've never had much trouble with chopping onions, but for people like the woman in the video that would be a game changer

@libbylib1819 5 ай бұрын

Love the "Aahhh!! Than' you!" and hug from Miko after Mum finished doing her hair. Tooooo sweet!❤❤❤ Such an adorable cutie 🥰🥰

@Steph_Said 5 ай бұрын

Loved how Mikko put her clothes in the hamper. I simply adored reading bed time stories to my youngster. Precious with your soft gentle voice may calm & lull her to sleep.

@Justme-qn3ps 5 ай бұрын

It’s so good to see it work out! I can definitely tell how tired you were! You got this Precious! ❤

@jessicalawton1 5 ай бұрын

I'm so happy the inflatable bath tub worked! Not sure if u saw my comment about them, but it worked great for my autistic son. Have u ever thought about reading books b4 bed? It's a great way to wind down at the end of the night. We read 3 books every night :) love ur channel precious! ❤😊

@jrhaydon939 5 ай бұрын

We had this same issue,our boy has no siblings,he bounces off the walls@nite,we have a blackout curtain,a sound machine called a “dreamegg”and of course a camera that we can talk through and monitor him,some nites he falls right to sleep and others he flips the light off and on,and we have his tablet with his favorite show on,with a toddler rocking chair,but anyway,its not easy,but we pray that eventually everything will work out for your daughter and family as well.

@Jay-ns4ze 5 ай бұрын

We have a similar issue with our son, it does become too much at times

@stefanienaranjo4477 5 ай бұрын

Similar issue here. Either needs String lights on or music playing to sleep. Will pace back and forth for hours keeping his brothers awake

@lessehead 5 ай бұрын

I have a ceiling fan with a light in my daughter’s bedroom that can only be controlled with a remote. It’s the main light source in her room. That way, you could take the remote out of his room when you put him to bed. One less thing to worry about.

@nnn86835 5 ай бұрын

I turn the bulb a quarter so that it doesn't work. it's part of our nighttime routine😂

@e.p.holmes2237 5 ай бұрын

It's so good to see you and dad playing and interacting with each other. Don't forget about each other. 🥰

@Danisha-rn2yj 5 ай бұрын

Weren’t they getting divorced, like last weekend???🤔

@RanaRaf 5 ай бұрын

Rude.......@@Danisha-rn2yj

@kellivega28 5 ай бұрын

What a team! You guys are gonna all be alright! Happy Valentines day!❤

@thinkingbout 5 ай бұрын

What helps me with teary eyes while cutting onions is sticking my tongue out. My sister once told me that the "things" the onion sends out, while we cut it, look for something damp to bind with, that's why the eyes and the nose are the perfect place. But if you stick out your tongue you block the way to the eyes and the onion things that make you cry go onto your tongue instead. Whenever I remember to do it, it helped me, to at least get less teary. Hope this helps you too!

@laureenejackson1441 5 ай бұрын

Dear Precious: Thank you for sharing the name of the plant based cookbook for people transitioning to a plant based lifestyle. Your meal looked very nice. You did a great job with introducing the meal to your family. You exercised love and understanding when asking your family about their thoughts on the new meal. Kudos!!!

@larhondalewis8026 5 ай бұрын

I just love your channel anytime I hear a mom down and out about their child who has autism I always refer them to your page. You all are so strong and wonderful parents. 🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽

@Jay-ns4ze 5 ай бұрын

That meal looks good!!! 👀 I’ll have to tell my wife about it 😂

@thegentlelife 5 ай бұрын

Yessss definitely!! lol 😂

@robinjackson8554 5 ай бұрын

The meal looks delicious, glad to see the team work. So happy to see you both having some time together. Blessings!!!

@camillesierra3169 Ай бұрын

I love you Mikko mom you are amazing and so is Dad and people need to stop critiquing people's parenting school every family is unique and what works for one doesn't work for the other God bless ya always and please continue to share your journey I know someone who needs guidance and your experience is watching and learning and thank you for.teaching us to be accepting and have patience🙏🏼🙏🏼

@regularity2556 5 ай бұрын

I feel sorry for the older girl, she needs her own room so bad. It seems their entire lives are about Mikko

@queeney298 5 ай бұрын

True 😢

@dancingqueenisthebest4911 5 ай бұрын

her and the boy are twins and the boys one minute oldr smthing like that

@Carameltendencies 4 ай бұрын

May seem that way I have an autistic child and my twins are boy and girl who have their own room but still sleep in the same room they feed on each other and this page is primarily about taking care of an autistic child so we are not going to see much of what they are doing for the other children but believe they are very much included ❤❤❤

@lletywise 4 ай бұрын

It’s part of adjusting to life with a special needs child. The mom asked if the lights were okay with the older sister, it wasn’t like they were just considering Mikko and not the other child in the room.

@chikamsoanyanwu6618 4 ай бұрын

Remember, they don't film their whole lives😊

@KekeChannel0215 5 ай бұрын

It's great to see how ya'll work together to establish a routine. The meal looks so good.

@lynmeji 5 ай бұрын

Mikko’s progress is inspirational! Especially since she reminds me of my son. I need this motivation!

@CNorMill2me 5 ай бұрын

Good job mom and dad. Good job. All the best.

@dredastanley8800 5 ай бұрын

You guys are amazing parents 💓. Keep up the good work.

@jazz692 5 ай бұрын

I loved it when she said thank you! 🙏🏽

@jazz692 5 ай бұрын

Mikko communicates so well despite being non-verbal! Beautiful kids! Thank you for the video. ❤

@its.avalinh 5 ай бұрын

Just wanted to say thank you. I’ll start to work with an autistic kid in the kindergarden today (I’m a diagnosed autistic as well) and your videos and beautiful girl has helped me such much in preparing for my new role.

@kimberleeratzlaff4802 5 ай бұрын

You are an excellent Mom. I admire so much patience with a child!

@celi9133 5 ай бұрын

Can you comb her hair while she watches tv or while she is occupied. My daughters are sitting in a chair playing on their tablet or watching tv. I would never make them stand up staring into a mirror or camera for the entire time their hair was being combed...

@Ladycrafty6 5 ай бұрын

That looks soooo delish!

@silverdoe9477 5 ай бұрын

Have you tried weighted blankets/duvets? I’m autistic & I sleep so much better with those. 😄👍

@user-by4sd2jy2c 5 ай бұрын

❤😊

@moniquerapozo7665 5 ай бұрын

She’s only 3!?!? Awwwww 🥰 she’s still a little one 🥰🥰🥰 she’s definitely going to be tall like daddy!!! I thought she was 5-6 yrs old!!!

@zoeslovely7096 5 ай бұрын

I love that plant based book as well! Great job mama

@barbaralockett2956 5 ай бұрын

I’ve found that putting on glasses helps with cutting onions, thank you for sharing your family’s journey ❤️

@orawright6305 5 ай бұрын

Praying that God strengthen both of you through whatever time it takes to get your children raised to successful adulthood. 🙏🏿

@lindasanders3010 5 ай бұрын

I love you both and you're the best 💕 Now take some time for your husband and you,a talk,drink or just a hug.🎉❤❤❤

@remeldafields8099 5 ай бұрын

❤❤❤ Keep up the GREAT Work! Favorite You Tube Family❤

@dicephil8578 5 ай бұрын

Your pstience is amazing and Mikko is improving. Try storing onions in the fridge, or peeling them under running water.

@kimt.6322 5 ай бұрын

I was gonna say that! 😊 I also cut the entire onion at once by running it under cold water and store it in the freezer in a ziplocked baggie. When it freezes I partially thaw it out and move it around in the baggie a bit to break it up and put it back. That way I keep fresh chopped onion so I can grab a handful and toss it in any savory dish.

@cherokeerose5258 Ай бұрын

Mrs. Precious, Thanks for Sharing Mikko & Family with Me. I Love to What Your Channel. You & Your Husband are Excellent Parents!!!!

@marquettushazelton1449 5 ай бұрын

Thank you for sharing I love you guys parenting style you have a plan and God will see you thur.

@user-ee8rc3on7l 3 ай бұрын

😮Well Thank good m. ikkiohas them as parents they are her voice and I am sure they take each child and have talked to them about there beautiful sister This mother has the patients of a saint . You are in my prayers thank you for sharing ❤

@pittyb2043 3 ай бұрын

Elke x dat ik jullie kijk moet ik huilen huilen omdat jullie als ouders zo goed bezig zijn en het zien hoe jullie met haar omgaan dat is geweldig❤love van nl

@Kittencabodle 5 ай бұрын

Y’all are amazing Parents ❤️❤️❤️❤️

@swonsley245 5 ай бұрын

The meal look absolutely DELICIOUS!!!!

@samanthagillette1483 5 ай бұрын

Girl invest in a vegetable chopper for the onions. It has changed my life!!!

@taniasantosdasilva7150 5 ай бұрын

🌿🌺🌷🪷🌿🌹🌿🪷🌷🌿 I Love the way this Beautiful Mother-Woman and Father-Man dance with laughter in their Beautiful Family! 🌿🌺🌷🪷🌿🌹🌿🪷🌷🌺🌿

@MicrosoftWest 5 ай бұрын

Getting those onions that are already cut up in the store have been a lifesaver!! 😀

@robincantrell63 5 ай бұрын

I always cut my onions under running water. It takes the sting and tears away!

@pamelajackson8843 5 ай бұрын

I watch a video one time her dad was doing her hair she did not give him no problem I know she has autism but you need to be a little stronger with her she will walk all over you as long as she can she's very smart you just slightly touch her and she just gives you hell I know lots of parents with autism kids you need to put your foot down a little bit are just let your husband do everything because she gives him no problem and I mean no problem she knows what she's doing and he also needs to start potty training her.

@Danisha-rn2yj 5 ай бұрын

That girl knows EXACTLY what she be doing, why don’t that mom know this? That crazy🤦🏽‍♀️

@tatyanaportela 5 ай бұрын

It’s crazy how ppl feel the need to give their opinions for someone else’s family.. and what they NEED to do lol..

@camilledm 4 ай бұрын

That’s why they are a team. One may be more of a disciplinarian. Balance is good.

@Danisha-rn2yj 4 ай бұрын

@@camilledm so what happen to their divorce?🤷🏽‍♀️

@dearcamiii216 3 ай бұрын

@@tatyanaportelathat’s what happens when you put your life on social media. People comment.

@GeeBee212 5 ай бұрын

Is your family eligible for an in home aid to assist you with Mikko? Requirements vary by state. This may not be an option but have you considered moving closer to a support system or to a state where you'd have access to more resources? Please pardon my curiosity.

@Heslutfoshayla 3 ай бұрын

<a href="#" class="seekto" data-time="91">1:31</a> 😂his face both dad and mom are good parents

@michelleantico2627 5 ай бұрын

I usually buy sweet onions. They have much less vapor that hurts the eyes. I also never cut into the center of the onion that holds the vapor and throw it out immediately. I hope this helps ❤

@jaydahgriffith4811 5 ай бұрын

Aww she said I'm cooking with you it's Soo cute you doing well

@rosameijering5161 5 ай бұрын

You are doing great job

@LisaPrincess93 5 ай бұрын

She is so cute ❤ her hair is so Beautiful 😊

@donnacarothers1167 5 ай бұрын

Congratulations on your new Cook Book..proud of you🎉🎉🎉❤😊

@beverlyhenderson1280 5 ай бұрын

"What a big girl Mikko, brushing her teeth!"❤

@baybegyrl83 5 ай бұрын

I have a 3 year old non verbal daughter on autism spectrum and our night time routine looks about the same. Good job Mama

@segallephillips8017 5 ай бұрын

She said thank you❤❤❤❤❤❤

@dorothywright2743 5 ай бұрын

Good night🙏

@heatherewing1253 5 ай бұрын

Thank you for sharing

@shawnatwood4653 5 ай бұрын

Food looks so yummy ♡

@Vejamaestro 3 ай бұрын

Sending you love all the way from SOUTH AFRICA 🇿🇦😉

@nakterhill8222 5 ай бұрын

If you use a cold wet rag next to the area that you're cutting onions it will absorb the gas and you won't drop a tear

@kanyewestlover444 4 ай бұрын

awww her reaction to the electric toothbrush 💗☹️ i love herr i love her hair, she's adorable

@catiehays3361 5 ай бұрын

Have you tried moving her pink tub in beside the big tub & hopefully get 2 where u can put the pink tub in the real tub 2 get her more comfortable with the real tub???

@silverdoe9477 5 ай бұрын

Looks soooo yummy! Do remember that growing brains require a lot of healthy fats. 😊 I’m autistic & epileptic, and need a keto-diet.

@user-vm9hs5qm8e 5 ай бұрын

Freeze them or put the onions under ice cold water...no more tears😊❤

@umberwyld 5 ай бұрын

I rub lemon juice on the cutting board and knife.

@shawnekia751 5 ай бұрын

All the best to you and your Family 🙏🏾🙂🫠

@breeharris4547 5 ай бұрын

Fact you get everyone in bed by 8 is crazy and amazing in one. Because listennnn lol

@bellacn3892 5 ай бұрын

❤so cute when she said I did it 😊. Putting her clothes away

@michellepierce6516 5 ай бұрын

Lol I think Mikko gives those sweet lil hugs, bc she sees she don't have to do what she's asked of. I don't understand why she has an option to try the food... Just bc she didn't like how it looks, she doesn't have to try it?! What would happen if you just put the spoon in her mouth... It won't kill her. Yes, she's different (as am I but I have O.I.) but she's still a tiny little human. There's stuff on the market you can put on her thumb to stop her sucking it.... They don't enjoy the taste but they'll stop. Mikko's poor little mouth is going to need major dental work if she doesn't stop. You already said the dentist said its affecting the shape. Gentle Parenting is definitely different compared to how I was raised, that's for sure... I feel they get away with a lot... Just giving my opinion, I'm not saying it to be smart but I know reading text is hard to take bc you can't hear the person's tone.

@vanessaruffin2855 5 ай бұрын

I just know you would not like anybody forcing food into your mouth especially if you thought it looked unappetizing so why you’re recommending someone do that to a 3 year old I can’t understand…

@julainareid7558 2 ай бұрын

I agree with all you said and to me it doesn’t come off wrong or disrespectful. If you leave it up to a kid they wouldn’t want to try anything new especially outside of anything they like, that’s the whole point of not asking a child certain things. I know I didn’t do that with my kids. Kids also do what is allowed and they know how to trick parents too by crying, falling out, whining, and other things. Just look at when it was bedtime look how she tried it and even when her dad came in he was falling for it just a pinch so he let her show then he realized he was fooled and she did that cry fallout thing she does very often (a tantrum) then he said no and put her lil self in the bed. Then what did mom do cut the lights on around the window but sounded like the big girl didn’t want them on but oh well the little one did so she got her way.

@marjoriejeanfrancois5943 5 ай бұрын

Hey when mikko is sucking her thumb it can cause an overbite please help her to stop doing that cause it could lead her to not being able to eat or drink certain things bring her to the orthodontist and talk bout dis cause it can cause problems for her

@ProxyBlue00 4 ай бұрын

You must of not watch the whole video when you should have

@naturallydope6971 3 ай бұрын

@@ProxyBlue00I said the same thing. She explained the reason.

@Tallgirlsrock 5 ай бұрын

You and your husband rock! Great parents and your children are beautiful. Your dinner looks absolutely delicious 😋 mmmm! ❤️🫂🇨🇦 great idea for the bath tub it's cute! 🩷🛀

@naturallydope6971 3 ай бұрын

Good job, mom!

@Monica-gene1 5 ай бұрын

I wear goggles when I cut onions. Also if you light a candle and put it near the onion it can help. I’m getting that book!

@GigglingHamster 5 ай бұрын

Try pull up diapers so she can start to do it herself and be part of the process. Pull up diapers are a huge help. And FYI there is not a toddler anywhere that doesn’t give problems at bed time. Whether they are special needs or not they never want to go to sleep. Bake some chicken legs and green beens with olive oil see if she likes that maybe. I had sensory issues with food my entire life. I refuse to eat chicken unless it was striped and white breast and if I see a vein or a piece of fat I would throw up so it was a huge ordeal so maybe she needs her food presented to her in a different way. And I preferred food with certain colors.

@yvettebrown256 5 ай бұрын

She has beautiful healthy hair and so pretty

@businessnow2499 5 ай бұрын

Wait the two of you is glowing like no tomorrow

@ashleykeys9238 5 ай бұрын

That’s wasn’t too bad. The food part could be overwhelming when the kiddos refuse to eat it. I use to be so worked up when meals go untouched. Now I always have a quick plan B lol. Or I’ll just make 2 meals. Good job mom n dad 💪🏾🫶🏽

@righteouslove5862 5 ай бұрын

Before you get ready to use them, soak the onions in ice cold water; that helps with the tears...and also the faster you get it chopped the better.

@ABAteacherTips 5 ай бұрын

You can try sun glasses while cutting onions, but, personally I use goggles. It's silly but promise you won't shed a tear. So glad you found a good brush for Mikko. Keeping up with curly hair is very important.

@Ladycrafty6 5 ай бұрын

For onions I have a jar with a chopper inside and makes quick use of onion chopping!

@dxxoo768 4 ай бұрын

One day at a time, things will get better🧡💛💙💚

@elizabethvega9398 5 ай бұрын

Hi, if you cry ever time you chop onions, try this: put one or two matches in your mouth while doing it, with the tip out. It worked for me.

@fefeblack3473 5 ай бұрын

Mom and dad are doing a great job with Mikko.... Are the other children actively involved with Miko. Do they have a sibling relationship...This is also very important... For all the siblings...

@cierreasia 5 ай бұрын

Does she disturb your other daughter at night when she tries to sleep?

@lessehead 5 ай бұрын

Put a wet paper towel on the cutting board next to where you’re cutting the onions. It absorbs the juices that spray out when you cut it and helps with the crying.

@Reality.TV.Talk_with_Renonda 5 ай бұрын

Mikko knows what crying and acting out does to her parents. She is a very smart little girl.

@wonders_work 5 ай бұрын

Yeah I was thinking the same thing,she gets them Everytime especially her mother

@nnn86835 5 ай бұрын

I feel there is a judgment in your message. is this correct? Do you think anything about her behavior and her parents' reaction?

@winterdream5710 5 ай бұрын

She IS a very smart little girl but intelligence has nothing to do with a different way of processing thought; which is what is happening with her autism. My grandaughter is 4yrs old non-verbal, severe autism and has behavioral issues ONLY because she can't control being autistic; it's NOT acting out. Now, she may grow better at control as she ages but if anyone came up to me talking about "she's actiong out, she knows it", that person will be blessed out because they have no clue what they're talking about.

@winterdream5710 5 ай бұрын

@@Kgardk All cases are different with some common areas. Mikko is STILL autistic and the way she processes thoughts are STILL different. Because she may prefer one voice to another is sensory, not "acting out". Not under her control.

@winterdream5710 5 ай бұрын

@@Kgardk There's no excuse for you.

@successwithkatira 5 ай бұрын

A glass or cup of water when chopping onions will help. I love your videos, you all are awesome, blessings!

@Hannah-vm8yn 5 ай бұрын

What’s the link to those brushes. I could use something like that for my daughters!! Does your husband usually help more other nights seemed like you did it all alonew 😢