Our Bedtime Routine

[@eleanorsmith971]

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]

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

[@pamelajackson8843]

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

[@ambergibson1930]

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

[@photonegitivekitty]

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!

[@corajones5753]

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.

[@aishaghalaini6033]

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

[@thegentlelife]

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

[@photonegitivekitty]

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

[@mazestitching5182]

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.

[@HelenSharita]

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

[@libbylib1819]

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

[@Steph_Said]

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.

[@Miami28]

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]

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

[@hua5442]

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

[@Justme-qn3ps]

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

[@e.p.holmes2237]

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

[@Danisha-rn2yj]

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

[@RanaRaf]

Rude.......​@@Danisha-rn2yj

[@jessicalawton1]

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! ❤😊

[@kellivega28]

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

[@mevelyngeorge9137]

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.

[@SMOOV415]

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]

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

[@laureenejackson1441]

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!!!

[@larbszz]

Mikko saying “I can’t get it” clear as day 🥰 3:37-3:40 I wonder what she wanted but couldn’t reach haha she’s so cute 🥰

[@cherry_bear_aestheticd6840]

OMGGGGG I HEARD IT TOO

[@robinjackson8554]

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

[@larhondalewis8026]

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. 🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽

[@jrhaydon939]

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]

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

[@stefanienaranjo4477]

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]

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]

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

[@thinkingbout]

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!

[@CNorMill2me]

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

[@its.avalinh]

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]

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

[@barbaralockett2956]

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

[@Karetvv]

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

[@shortyshorty1216]

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]

😂😂😂That's hilarious!!!😂😂😂

[@crystalcotton6767]

😂 that is funny. Thanks needed that laugh 😂

[@wonders_work]

😂😂😂

[@shortyshorty1216]

@@crystalcotton6767 😜

[@KekeChannel0215]

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

[@camillesierra3169]

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🙏🏼🙏🏼

[@jazz692]

I loved it when she said thank you! 🙏🏽

[@orawright6305]

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

[@jazz692]

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

[@moniquerapozo7665]

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!!!

[@dredastanley8800]

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

[@lindasanders3010]

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.🎉❤❤❤

[@sundaytaybron1213]

Your Blessed!!! You have a beautiful family, with the benefit of a 6’5 husband…Absolutely awesome! Moreover, You look fabulous, would have never believed the weight loss had not I see the picture. God Bless you and Your Family!

[@Pittyb1998]

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

[@dicephil8578]

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

[@kimt.6322]

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.

[@Jay-ns4ze]

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

[@thegentlelife]

Yessss definitely!! lol 😂

[@taniasantosdasilva7150]

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

[@MicrosoftWest]

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

[@robincantrell63]

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

[@cherokeerose5258]

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

[@jaydahgriffith4811]

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

[@baybegyrl83]

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

[@regularity2556]

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

[@queeney298]

True 😢

[@dancingqueenisthebest4911]

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

[@Carameltendencies]

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]

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]

Remember, they don't film their whole lives😊

[@michelleantico2627]

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 ❤

[@zoeslovely7096]

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

[@swonsley245]

The meal look absolutely DELICIOUS!!!!

[@PatriciaDennis-v3k]

😮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 ❤

[@Kittencabodle]

Y’all are amazing Parents ❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@silverdoe9477]

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

[@Lillian-z7c]

❤😊

[@samanthagillette1483]

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

[@segallephillips8017]

She said thank you❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@LisaPrincess93]

She is so cute ❤ her hair is so Beautiful 😊

[@remeldafields8099]

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

[@marquettushazelton1449]

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

[@ChillBlockTunes]

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.

[@beverlyhenderson1280]

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

[@ashleykeys9238]

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 💪🏾🫶🏽

[@celi9133]

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...

[@pamelajackson8843]

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]

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

[@tatyanaportela]

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]

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

[@Danisha-rn2yj]

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

[@dearcamiii216]

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

[@nakterhill8222]

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

[@Monica-gene1]

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!

[@Ladycrafty6]

That looks soooo delish!

[@lessehead]

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.

[@michellepierce6516]

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]

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]

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.

[@fefeblack3473]

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...

[@bellacn3892]

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

[@silverdoe9477]

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

[@donnacarothers1167]

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

[@yvettebrown256]

She has beautiful healthy hair and so pretty

[@sophiad1glazer]

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

[@userhfsejhf]

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

[@umberwyld]

I rub lemon juice on the cutting board and knife.

[@ritagodinho2004]

Depois das tarefas concluídas tentar reduzir a intensidade da luz Um ambiente com menos luz promove a calma Boa sorte ❤

[@Tooshortruth]

I 100% agree with Mikko about the toothbrush, the electric ones are way too much. I’ll stick with the acoustic.

[@Vejamaestro]

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

[@DD-jb8he]

Daddy should handle little Miss Mikko because she knows not to play with Daddy. Kids tend to give mom a hard way to go.

[@kristi3791]

The mom is a complete pushover

[@Danisha-rn2yj]

@@kristi3791 Finally, someone else that feels the same way I do!🤦🏽‍♀️

[@deidreshepherd3776]

Try placing a cold bowl of water next to the cutting board while you are cutting onions. It works for me. Hope this helps you!

[@GigglingHamster]

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.

[@elizabethvega9398]

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.

[@righteouslove5862]

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.

[@catiehays3361]

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???

[@serenapatrias5841]

When cutting onions, put any kind of glasses on. Stand back a little bit. Don't stand over the onion. Breathe in through your mouth😂😊

[@successwithkatira]

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

[@shawnekia751]

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

[@dxxoo768]

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

[@DebbieAlicea]

Good Job Mikko (Laundry)!!!!

[@cccro6228]

Hey dude you're in with Precious also. Let's get with it.

[@Ladycrafty6]

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

[@rosameijering5161]

You are doing great job

[@Reality.TV.Talk_with_Renonda]

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

[@wonders_work]

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

[@nnn86835]

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

[@winterdream5710]

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]

@@Kimberly_8894 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]

@@Kimberly_8894 There's no excuse for you.

[@businessnow2499]

Wait the two of you is glowing like no tomorrow

[@TheTaylorTribeTale]

My foster daughter is autistic and non-verbal. She was diagnosed with a developmental delay and receptive expressive language disorder. She started regular school for 1 term then we pulled her and homeschooling for current term due to her not getting the care I needed her to get. Since then she's come on so fast. She's also 3y and wasn't potty trained. Since I started homeschooling she's now day and night time potty trained, knows her ABCs (in sign language too), letter sounds, the shapes and colours, can count to 40 plus days of the week, months of the year, vehicles, fruits and vegetables plus some 50 words in ASL. She's also an audiovisual learner so while we limit screen time, we do lots of charts and songs and she picks up really fast. She still can't speak in sentences unless she's echoing something someone has said but I'm hoping by the time she returns to her bio mom she'll have made more progress so I won't have to worry about her as much. Wishing Miko all the best 🖤 I love watching her progress too and I've been learning so much from you when it comes to gentle parenting and remaining calm under pressure. Have a 2024 full of meeting and exceeding all goals and expectations for you and yours.

[@storiking650]

God bless you for being such a caring, loving foster parent. My husband & I are discussing doing the same since we were not blessed to have children of our own over these 23 yrs. I pray we are able to be parents one day, one way or another😔.

[@casi-annahepburn4371]

I have the same issue...the child thinks 24 hrs is to play...bless her

[@Hannah-vm8yn]

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 😢

[@a..r.9341]

The older brother is very nice 😊

[@kavitadeva]

Precious Hi. They make Onion cutting eye wear. A chef on KZbin uses them and she said no more tears at all. ❤

[@PhD_Author]

When the kids go to bed husband and wife should spend about an hour together before their bedtime. Doing an activity, talking, reading poetry together.

[@moneyymama]

You have to put a glass of cold water next to chopping onions or cut them by the sink with the water running to stop the onions from making your eyes run