Dr Sylvia Mochabo Akinsiku

Designer, Print & Brand Consultant, ED Andy Speaks 4 SNP & TechHub Holdings Rotarian, Advocate 4 Neurodiverse, NCPWD Board Dir, Mrs Universal Empire Africa 23

[Dr Sylvia Mochabo Akinsiku @MoraaSylvia]

Thank you for hosting me … it is always a pleasure to fly our republics flag high

We celebrate our champions on this #WorldCerebralPalsyDay & honour the caregivers who tirelessly support them through this journey.
#iamandyspeaks #mrsuniversalempire @LabourSPKE @talantahela_ke

[Kenya in UK 🇰🇪🇬🇧 @KenyaMissionUK]

Pleased to welcome 🇰🇪’s Dr. Sylvia Mochabo Akinsiku, runner-up at the Mrs. Universal Empire Pageant held in London on October 4, 2023. She was accompanied by Layla Najafe, CEO- Mrs Universal Empire Entertainment. Warmest felicitations! 1/2

[Dr Sylvia Mochabo Akinsiku @MoraaSylvia]

This weekend from tomorrow we shall be in #naivasha as we bring support and access to #assistivetech closer through our #TheraPlay stores by @andyspeaks4 ..
Karibu

[Dr Sylvia Mochabo Akinsiku @MoraaSylvia]

book is an opportunity to build empathy, spark conversations, and promote inclusion.

Awareness can begin with a single story.
@andyspeaks4
#MochaboAndNeuroPals #AutismAwareness #Neurodiversity #InclusiveEducation #SocialStories #RepresentationMatters #AndySpeaks #BooksForChange

[Dr Sylvia Mochabo Akinsiku @MoraaSylvia]

A surreal moment—seeing Mochabo & Neuro Pals: Tree Planting on the shelves at Text Book Centre. 📚💙

our lived experience is now helping children understand autism through simple, relatable social stories. Every….

[Dr Sylvia Mochabo Akinsiku @MoraaSylvia]

Focus on what you can control, and let go of what you can’t.

Worry changes nothing; focus changes everything!

Wishing you a sharp and focused week ahead.

Good morning.

[ANDY SPEAKS 4 Special Needs Persons Africa @andyspeaks4]

Awarenss and action …
Did you know we have a toll free number to support caregivers & persons with #autism & related #developmental #disabilities?

0800 722 545

[ANDY SPEAKS 4 Special Needs Persons Africa @andyspeaks4]

Every child deserves a space where they can feel safe, regulated, supported, and included.

We design and set up sensory rooms, calm-down corners, and inclusive spaces for homes, schools, churches, and therapy centres.

#Neurodiversity #InclusiveSpaces #AutismSupport @MoraaSylvia

[ANDY SPEAKS 4 Special Needs Persons Africa @andyspeaks4]

🧠 Executive function is the brain’s management system. It helps us plan, focus, organize, regulate emotions, remember, & achieve goals.

For many neurodivergent individuals, these skills may need additional support—not judgment.

Understanding creates inclusion.
#Neurodiversity

[Dr Sylvia Mochabo Akinsiku @MoraaSylvia]

@NationAfrica

[Dr Sylvia Mochabo Akinsiku @MoraaSylvia]

Dietary interventions is usually advised when you have hyperactivity, Gastric issues ..
Some researchers indicate yeast levels affecting behavior . .

[walter matayo @mataxkings]

@NationAfrica 1. Are there contraindications in terms of foods given to autistic children?
2. Why is it difficult for parents being involved in therapy sessions? They lock kids in a room teach them what they know better and the parents are left on their own.

[Dr Sylvia Mochabo Akinsiku @MoraaSylvia]

It is very very important and key …
From research and observation at our clinic we have seen more faster improvements when there is consistent engagement and frequent support which u tapper off as the child improves but maintaining sessions.

[A @njeri_njeri3]

@NationAfrica I would like to know the importance of having consistency in things like speech therapy /general occupational therapy and what is the likely hood of regression in a child who is autistic if therapy is stopped or is inconsistent at the very least .

[Dr Sylvia Mochabo Akinsiku @MoraaSylvia]

@CHRISPHINE99640 @NationAfrica Many don’t consult and just do regular class set up

[Dr Sylvia Mochabo Akinsiku @MoraaSylvia]

@mancollo36 @NationAfrica Yes

[Dr Sylvia Mochabo Akinsiku @MoraaSylvia]

We offer this support as @andyspeaks4 and inclusive spaces home and school

[CHRISPHINE Oyongo @CHRISPHINE99640]

@NationAfrica A question for Teacher Nyakio in terms of classroom setup do you consult any specialist for classroom and environmental modification??

[Dr Sylvia Mochabo Akinsiku @MoraaSylvia]

@AketchLaur93994 @NationAfrica Autistic kids are very compartmental .. you are “Mum”
It may take a while to adjust esp if u want to have a proper sit down session

[Dr Sylvia Mochabo Akinsiku @MoraaSylvia]

Very long way to go!

[Nyambura Mwaura @Nya_Mwaura]

@NationAfrica Govt schools have a long way to go in inclusivity without special needs educators in place. Most still put these babies aside.

International schools truly not affordable to most and so far they are doing better when it comes to inclusion, in school therapies and IEPs

[Dr Sylvia Mochabo Akinsiku @MoraaSylvia]

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[True North @mambo_1234]

@NationAfrica Following as a professional in healthcare. Its important to highlight the importance of oral health care within the multidiscplinary team which involves paediatric dentists tasked with care for children with special health needs. Parents should recieve guidance on home care.

[Dr Sylvia Mochabo Akinsiku @MoraaSylvia]

Social media effects..
Caregivers are desperate and looking for a get well quick solution .. forgetting #Autism is not a one size fits all.

[Nyambura Mwaura @Nya_Mwaura]

@NationAfrica As a medical dr and an autism mom, I still feel we have a long way to go in awareness.
There has been a increase in use of treatments such as leukovorin without child specific full assessment. With many forums even including professionals encouraging use.

[Dr Sylvia Mochabo Akinsiku @MoraaSylvia]

Stem cell has a threshold of age and is not guaranteed “quoting the owner Dr Sharma”
It also doesn’t work on its own you have intense therapy that follows to support it

[laura aketch @AketchLaur93994]

@NationAfrica Ask the panelists to comment on stem cell treatment and can a parent offer speech therapy to their own children at home for example if I have done an online course. Therapy is very expensive.

[Dr Sylvia Mochabo Akinsiku @MoraaSylvia]

Yes there are …

[walter matayo @mataxkings]

@NationAfrica 3. Do we have a support platform for parents with autistic children? If not can we have one even if it is a whatsapp group?

[Dr Sylvia Mochabo Akinsiku @MoraaSylvia]

@mataxkings @NationAfrica The children most of the time need to focus and other people in the room can be a distraction .. kids behave differently depending on who they are with