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As the Queen Klutz, I too have sported many a purple toe! I have managed to break something before nearly every WDW trip, I think you may find that the blessing is that toes seem to heal really fast. At 2 weeks out I am usually at the stage where there is pain when flexing the toe, It is a...

We have our own fave spot (top of the railroad station) but with 2 ecv's and a wheelchair would love to hear about this other secret spot....Please?!

I don't know that a little one would be comfortable for long periods on your lap, but from the "pusher" perspective, my niece (now 6) has loved to sit on my DS's lap since she was an infant. She is a "sturdy" child, DS (20) is on the light side and together they really don't impact my ability...

It has been several airlines, becouse the washroom is very near the cockpit, you are not allowed to stand and wait for it. That is why the attendant allowed me to sit nearby, but not stand except to escort DS back and forth.

When you check in,(at the gate) tell them (TELL, don't ask!) that you require pre-boarding due to your childs disability. Some will try to tell you that is just for wheelchairs, but actually it is for anyone who needs extra time to get settled. If you are flying with other adults, they may...

I like to preboard with DS(20) who is a seasoned flier. That gives us a chance to settle, get his comfort items out of his bag and not spend time waiting in an isle, crowded against other travelers. We always sit one or two rows from the front. the engine noise is not as bad in the front, and...

I always let my DS bring in his gameboy or ipod. He uses a wheelchair for CP but also is HFA. Waiting, crowds, smells and the heat are all triggers for him but the games and headphones really help to distract him. I also try to mix the rides he likes and can do, with the ones he has to wait for...

I am a little confused, If your youngest 2 are not disabled, why do they need stroller as wheelchair? This is designed for those children who would need a wheelchair but because of their size find a stroller more comfortable. If your children have sensory issues you can ask for alternate...

On our last trip (2011) I did see a pool lift for the main? pool, the one directly behind the lobby. It appeared to be able to be placed at the pool when needed and moved when finished. It also appeared to be operated by a hand crank. I will look thru some pics and see if we managed to...

What concerns me most about your post is the statement that your DS has "severe" depression. Don't waste any time! if he will not see a Dr. on his own, you can have him involuntary admitted to the hospital for a pysch hold and evaluation. He may still refuse meds, but at least he would be safe...

We used the elevator for DS for our last few trips. Follow the path towards the tower, when you get close, look to your left for a small wheelchair sign posted at a fork in the path, it will be blocked with a chain. Let yourself in, follow the path around to under the tower and you will see the...

I found out the hard way that DS needed extra sunscreen on the tops of his legs and knees when sitting in a chair all day! Also, AFO's can get really hot and sweaty after a long day, if she can come out of them for any period of time try to let her have some "barefoot" time. I try to get DS out...

We love to park at Epcot, the spaces are really close to the gate which makes it easy to head back to the car for a picnic lunch. AK is not bad either but we don't visit there much. The main one to avoid parking if you can is MK. Much easier to take the boat or bus. As far as the bus, we have...

I had this same fear when DS first used a wheelchair. I would take a bike lock with us and lock the wheel to the frame of the chair so the rear wheel cannot turn (never lock it to a pole, the CM's get really unhappy if they need to move it!) After a while I stopped locking it, and after years of...

I wish I could wave my wand and find you an answer! I don't really know how I found that balance, Lots of time, intuituon, love and patience I guess. I am sure you have all of these, so use them! Relax, there is no "right" answer, just whatever gets you all thru the day with a minimum of...

My DS becomes anxious, cranky and can't sleep or even function well if he has not had time with his games and computer. I always limited his games to non-violent and limited his time to a reasonable level, but I never used his computer and video time as a punishment. I always felt it was like...

glad we could help!. We love it when they arrange the cars with the lounge, coach car and the dining car in that order. It makes it easy for DS to go to dinner and then go watch the movie in the lounge car without having to walk more than 1/2 a car length. couple other tips, bring jammies for...

We are Autotrain vets, usually travelling with between 5-10 in our group, with mom in a scooter and Ds in a manual chair. I do take DS's chair onboard, there is ample room to fold it and still have room for one of the kids to stretch out on a pool float to sleep on the floor. we ask to be...

Try this discussion board http://boards.cruisecritic.com/forumdisplay.php?f=190 They are friendly and can answer all your questions, I think there may even be a sticky with some info you can use!.

The first thought I had when reading your message, is that like many ASD kids these outbursts sound like anxiety. In our kids, anxiety can manifest itself in really unexpected ways. I am not a Doctor and would not presume to attempt a diagnosis, but I assume Joe has a Doctor and this is...