As a dedicated mom of two incredible kids in their 20s and an RN with 40 years under my belt, I’ve always had a passion for nurturing and health. My journey into the world of health and wellness is deeply personal and shaped by experiences with my son, which I am eager to share with you.
Hello there! I’m Maria, the heart and soul behind Healthy Child Haven. This is a duty-free picture of beautiful older Italian women, but this isn’t my picture. This website is really all about my son and his past and I want to respect his privacy. He knows about this website and also hopes it can help others. Some things he went through are still painful and would prefer anonymity.
Back in 2005, my life took an unexpected turn. My son, only 2 years old at the time, was believed to be on the Autism Spectrum. This revelation came from a seasoned team of speech therapists and set us on a path that would define the next several years of our lives. Thus began an all-consuming dive into research, therapies, and alternative approaches.
I’m here to help you with the insights I’ve gathered from that pivotal time. Our story isn’t just about challenges, it’s also about triumph and enlightenment. As it turns out, my son’s condition was better defined as a Language Disorder, not autism. With a combination of diet intervention and persistent speech therapy, we watched his world transform – the results were astonishing.
You’re going to find out about the strategies that changed our lives, but I must emphasize, what I share isn’t a magic bullet. I’m not promising a universal remedy, but I do believe that many can glean something valuable from our experiences, whether they’re on the spectrum or not.
Choose something that resonates with you from my experiences, and you might just see the positive impact it can have. I’ll be transparent about the mistakes made along the way because those too are lessons worth sharing. So, if you’re curious about how dietary changes and the right supplements can make a difference, stay tuned for what’s to come in the next section.