Connect with others who understand.

  • Learn from expert-reviewed resources
  • Real advice from people who’ve been there
  • People who understand what you’re going through
Sign up Log in
Powered By
Real members of MyAutismTeam have posted questions and answers that support our community guidelines, and should not be taken as medical advice. Looking for the latest medically reviewed content by doctors and experts? Visit our resource section.

Autistic Child And Super Strength!

A MyAutismTeam Member asked a question 💭
Colwyn Bay, UK

My daughter is 4 non verbal with complex learning difficulties and autism. Anyone have a super strong toddler or child? My little girl had blood tests yesterday and it's always a struggle. I have to restrain her so her arm doesn't move and its a real struggle. I used all my strength near enough without hurting her to keep her still. She's seriously strong for a 4 year old. To say she is anemic aswell with low iron, barely any protein in her diet and limited food she really is strong. She's… read more

June 1, 2024
View reactions
A MyAutismTeam Member

Hey, I would get her a fidget toy its a toy that she can hold it would take her mind of what getting her blood drawn. And it can also keep her calm as well. I always take those toys with me when I am out with my son. 😊

June 1, 2024
A MyAutismTeam Member

Sedation may be helpful for her. My youngest son had to have a blood draw, but they had an extra nurse come in to hold his arm. I just had to hold him.

June 1, 2024
A MyAutismTeam Member

Yes! My daughter has always been strong. She has even pulled out her own loose tooth, several times. I'm very tall and heavy, so I've been able to sit on her if necessary. But now she's my height, so I am not sure what we will do lol. I've heard that dentists use a papoose that restrains the kid. I think my daughter was in one once. It holds them still. Not sure if doctors have similar in their offices though.

June 1, 2024

Related content

View All

Siblings

A MyAutismTeam Member asked a question 💭
New Milford, CT

Has Anyone Heard Of Autism Podcast?

A MyAutismTeam Member asked a question 💭
San Diego, CA

Why Is It That Neurotypicals Tend To Get All Their Advice About Autism From Other Neurotypicals Rather Than From Autistics?

A MyAutismTeam Member asked a question 💭
Worcester, NY

Continue with Facebook
Continue with Google
By joining, you accept our Terms of Use, and acknowledge our collection, sharing, and use of your data in accordance with our Health Data and Privacy policies.
Already a Member? Log in