Need serious advice and suggestions.
Hello mommies,
I am going through a really tough time right now as my 2.5-year-old toddler is facing a potential autism spectrum diagnosis.
He doesn’t use communicative language yet, although he does say a lot of single words ( animals, birds, colors, animal sounds, etc. )He also sings rhymes with us in broken words and often finishes the last words/sentences of the rhyme.
Where we are struggling the most is that he doesn’t consistently respond to his name. Lately, I’ve also noticed that he seems to stay in his own little world and hand flapping and doesn’t really want to interact with kids his age.
I am having a very hard time accepting this possible reality. His primary doctor said he wouldn’t diagnose him with autism yet, but the specialist we were referred to hinted that if he were formally assessed, it would likely fall on the spectrum.
Honestly, my emotions are all over the place. I know I need to stay strong for my baby, but right now I feel scared, overwhelmed, and worried for his future. I feel like somewhere I have failed as a mother and maybe I didn't so enough with him.
I guess I’m looking for similar experiences from parents who may have seen improvement with age , especially with language, communication, and social interaction. Or honestly, just some reassurance, advice, or kind words from people who understand.
Thank you ❤️