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DeWayney's Favorites
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items Lists of my little guy's favorite things (he's 8 and autistic) #neurodivergent #autism parent
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The Daily Routine
Foods & Drink
The Daily Routine
If you have a child with autism, you know routines are important for meltdown prevention. Consistency is key!
He's 8, but he's not potty trained yet. I have an HSA account and learned that Ninjamas are HSA approved, and they offer larger sizes than PullUps. #ad
Ninjamas
As I mentioned previously, he's not potty trained yet, but we're getting there. He has sensitive skin, so I highly recommend these.
Kirkland Signature Baby Wipes Fragrance Free, 900-count
I use a Crest Sonicare toothbrush, and I bought one for the two little ones. My little guy doesn't particularly care for it, and uses the old school toothbrushes instead. Whatever makes him happy… #ad
Colgate Kids Toothbrushes and Suction Cup #ad
because he doesn't like "spicy" (minty) toothpaste... #ad
Hello kids fresh watermelon fluoride free toothpaste
We incorporate dental hygiene into our daily routine. The routine promotes a more predictable day and less anxiety.
DenTek® Kids Fun Flossers (affiliate link)
My son's favorite pastime! Highly recommended for stimming when he's feeling overwhelmed. His school recently bought one of these that they use for rewards and time outs.
Spinning Chair #ad
This is the amazing part to having a neurodivergent child. Most kids play Roblox or watch YouTube on their tablets. Mine taught himself to use KineMaster to make his own videos…
KineMaster - The Best in Mobile Video Editing
Ok, this was something I never would've thought of… I take my son pretty much everywhere I go. One place had a yoga ball, and he had THE BEST TIME playing with it! He leans on his stomach, and it helps any tummy issues he has. He also throws, chases, and tackles it making it ideal for an outdoor physical activity!
Yoga Ball for Exercise #ad
This is another PullUp alternative also available in larger sizes and HSA approved.
Goodnites
I put oral care in the morning portion of the routine and at night because he brushes his teeth twice a day. We have two bathrooms, so he uses one bathroom in the morning and the other at night. One has one brand of toothbrush and toothpaste; the other has the other brand of toothbrush and toothpaste. The same but different!
Oral-B Kids Spider Man Toothbrush Ages 3+
Sometimes, even he needs a break from routine, but he doesn't go too far. We've tried other non-mint flavors of toothpaste, but watermelon seems to be his preference. #ad
Colgate Kids Fluoride Toothpaste, Watermelon Burst, 4.6 ounces
Foods & Drink
For anyone with an autistic/neurodivergent child, you know that they are the pickiest of eaters! One of my biggest conversation topics with other special-needs parents has been food and beverage…
My little guy starts his school days with the same breakfast… waffles and bacon. But, not just any waffle will do.
Eggo® Thick & Fluffy Original Waffles #ad
Just like the waffles, not just any bacon will do. He does not like the thick-cut bacon; just the Hometown Original.
Hometown Original Bacon #ad
Picky, even when it comes to water. Dasani is definitely one of his go-to brands.
Dasani® - Water Nutrition Facts & Ingredients #ad
Yes, my little guy loves these, Fruit Punch and Apple in particular. If you've ever paid really close attention, Capri Sun has multiple labels on their packaging. I look for the ones that say All Natural Ingredients in the top left.
Capri Sun Kids Tropical Punch Juice Pouches 10ct
No other pizza will do. He is a classic pepperoni, hand-tossed kind of guy, and it can only come from Pizza Hut. My local spot knows me on a first-name basis…
Pizza Hut
You can never have enough chicken nuggies and apple slices… he can do without the fries. The drink has to be an extra small sweet tea. Tried giving him chicken nuggies at home, but he wasn't having that!
McDonald's
He could drink water all day! When he's feeling high maintenance, he grabs the smart water. He expecially likes the ones with the sports cap.
smartwater Sports Cap, 700ml, 24 Pack
I picked this up for my little guy, and he absolutely loved it! Being that it's a yogurt drink, it's also good for his stomach, and he really seems to like the flavor. He also likes the mango flavor, too! #ad
Calpico Soft Drink White Peach, 50.7 fz #ad
I learned that the big (regular size) Slim Jims don't taste the same as the small Slim Jims (snack size)… I honestly never thought they tasted any different!
Slim Jim Snack Size Original Meat Sticks 120 CT. #ad
He knows he needs protein in his life. He really enjoys his “Hormel Pepperoni Original” (if you've ever met my child, you would know this is literally what he calls it!).
HORMEL® Pepperoni #ad
My child loves meat, but not any other flavors. If you'll noticed, the majority of this list is “original” flavor everything. This is no exception. Jack Links Original Beef Jerky is great for road snacks and camping.
Original Beef Jerky | High Protein Meat Snacks #ad
Yes, another “original” favorite. I'm pretty sure these were my favorite as a kid, too. All that potato-ey goodness…
Pringles® Original Potato Crisps #ad