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‘Jersey Shore’ Star JWoww Shares Touching Update On Son Greyson’s Autism Journey

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Dec 24, 2018 12:46 pm·

By Melissa Copelton

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This is so touching. On Dec. 24, Jersey Shore star Jenni “JWoww” Farley released a new YouTube video updating fans on her son, Greyson Mathews. For those of you who are unaware, the two-year-old was recently diagnosed with Autism. Scroll through our gallery below to learn more about his journey.

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JWoww’s Annoucement…

On Nov. 28, after nearly three months of emotional updates regarding Greyson’s speech delay, Jenni formally revealed her son’s diagnosis to fans. The mother-of-two explained that Greyson is “non-verbal.”

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Nothing Can Stop This Little Guy!

At the time, Jenni made it clear that Greyson has been making “positive, positive,” developments.

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Jenni Is Making Sure Greyson Receives The Best Therapy Available…

“He has co-therapies [every] week, but we’re going to step it up a notch soon and get him ABA treatments, speech therapy,” the 32-year-old previously told Hollywood Life.

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Greyson Is Beginning To Understand…

“He’s understanding words better which was his issue. Not that he couldn’t speak, but he would never know what his shoe is or if you said, ‘Greyson,’ he actually didn’t even know his name at one point until he was a little over two,” she continued. “So now that he’s understanding simple words, he’s come so far.”

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The Therapy Has Already Worked Wonders!

“He’s made leaps and bounds when it comes to speech,” Jenni added.

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It Hasn’t Been Easy…

JWoww then opened up about how Greyson’s development made her feel as a parent. “It was really heartbreaking and frustrating as a mom when you see other two-year-olds that are speaking and living their best life,” she admitted.

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But Greyson Is Thriving, Nonetheless!

“Greyson is living his best life. He just doesn’t know what you are saying!” the reality star exclaimed.

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Fans Are So Appreciative Of Jenni’s Openness!

Because of Jenni’s transparency about Greyson, many of her fans have flocked to her Instagram page to show their love, support, and even share similar stories.

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Life Doesn’t Stop After An Autism Diagnosis!

“I too am a mom of Autistic and Down syndrome babies. My life didn’t end there, as a matter of fact, I embrace it more than ever. If you need someone to talk to, I’m here,” one follower wrote.

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Greyson’s Future Is Still So Bright…

“My son also has Autism. He turned two in August. It’s hard, but we are strong women and we will help our babies make it through anything! Greyson will do great things… just wait and see,” added another.

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Great Things, Indeed!

Based on the video Jenni just shared, Greyson has slowly, but surely, began to communicate with his mama.

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He’s Responding More Than Ever!

In the first few clips that the MTV alum shared, Greyson wouldn’t turn around no matter how many times Jenni called after him. Now? He’s interacting! How amazing is that?

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Greyson Is Quite The Chatty Cathy…

It’s clear that Greyson’s therapy has continued to be effective. In fact, Jenni shared multiple examples of Greyson talking and laughing with his mommy.

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We’re Rooting For You, Greyson!

As Jenni stated, learning of her son’s diagnosis hasn’t been easy. However, it’s clear that he’s a strong brave little boy who has all the potential in the world. We absolutely cannot wait to see how far he’ll go.

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