12 Signs of Autism Under 2 years

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[Aheadfamily]

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[jennyh]

Parents are going to see this and think "oh my goodness my child has autism!" Tip toes, self stimming, being shy, putting things in mouth are all totally typical signs of development. Plus, every child develops at a different pace and many of these things are phases. I'm all for early intervention but I think parents can be....trigger happy when it comes to wanting to diagnosis something right away. Or comparing your two children as a means to labeling and finding that reason as to "why" they're different. They're different because they're different people🤷🏼‍♀️. I really do comment with the most respect as I have experience and passion for individuals with ASD and parents🩵 but this video was somewhat alarming, and I really don't want parents to overreact if their child isn't like the older child, or their child self stims, etc. We all self stim lol (heck we're all on the spectrum). I had to bring this point to the conversation though. I do mean well🩵.

[miayacollins]

I really appreciate your videos! I watched a video of yours for the 1st time about a year and a half ago when I thought that my daughter might be on the spectrum. She was not even 12 months yet at the time. She was later diagnosed at 18 months. Thank you for sharing your journey with us and being an advocate for what neurodiversity looks like! You’re awesome!

[katecollins]

One thing to note for parents with girls is that they present differently to boys. My son was developing normally until 18 months. Talked early but then started gesturing instead of talking and started lined things up. He also constantly chews things, he is a prolific drawer and could read and write early.

My older daughter was flagged for ADHD when my son was diagnosed but when we went through the testing they instantly asked how long she had an accent. Apparently this was a symptom no one picked up on, all the sensory issues though we missed like not liking nails cut, hair brushed or not liking any tooth paste flavour all signs we missed. We also missed that she was using her intelligence to mask problems she couldn't work out. She read and wrote early but the masking was the main thing with her. She would hold it all together all day but lose it at home because masking and overthinking all day was exhausting. She also mimics people when she doesn't know what to do in a situation.

My youngest is also showing signs but like her sister and her brother is reading and talking early. She is showing signs of both of my older kids. She lines up things like my son and collects random things and sleeps with them a bit like how you had pictures of your son. She plays with toys by grouping them but then walks away rather than playing with them. I also find random things in random places like socks etc.

[nort]

Love love love this video.
Thank you so much for sharing!! My daughter is almost 5 and has been diagnosed with moderate autism. I’m learning EVERYDAY to understand her. All the best

[leopendergast]

it's so nice to see this as an autistic adult and be able to remember times in my own childhood when i obsessed over the feeling of hair or paintbrushes on my face, and how i slept between my mattress and the wall so frequently as a child.

[davidwest]

I think the video of your family and insights into possible signs of autism is great. Thank you for sharing your firsthand experiences, heartfelt thoughts, and concerns. VERY HELPFUL! GOD bless your family. Please stay loving and healthy.❤

[janegao]

My son had some of the autistic traits but not all of them (for example, he was very obsessed with items or activities to a point that it's painful to watch). There wasn't as much of awareness of autism when he was a toddler. He did have a lot of problems communicating and socializing with people growing up. He got in trouble at school when he didn't listen to instructions when he was little. His psychiatrist when he was in late teen didn't think he was autistic. Just extremely introverted and had other issues. He was diagnosed with ADHD later when he was in his mid 20s. It was difficult and required a lot of patience dealing with him. It is God's grace that he is a healthy, intelligent and responsible young man now in his late 20s. I can't imagine how difficult it is to deal with multiple autistic kids (and kid with ADHD).

[Jani]

Great detailed video. You have a beautiful family 💕 💞

[AutoEngineerVideos]

Thanks for your videos. I have a 9YO autistic daughter, and I'm watching your videos to see if there are any signs of autism in her two younger brothers (I'll have to put in a concerted effort to test and observe them). However, what I find striking is how many of the signs I remember doing as a small child (I have some very early memories, including stimming with my mother's hair on my face, rubbing my face on her rabbit fur coat, and rubbing my face on the wool of my sheepskin - even now I tend to stim by "beard stroking" whether I'm bearded or shaven). I haven't been diagnosed, but out of curiosity, in the last few days I've done some online tests, and every one of them points to needing to be tested by a professional. If only 40+ years ago there was the awareness of ASD as there is now! Anyway, apparently, one of the things my mother would do to occupy my mind as a very young child was to stick a piece of adhesive tape to one of my fingers, and it would keep me occupied for quite a while, taking it off one finger, only to find it stuck to another. Apparently, I was a very easy child to raise, which resonates with what you've said in at least one video. The info you're giving has turned out to be just as useful for a man in his late 40s as it is for children. What an unexpected surprise!

[tamaraanderson]

Ezra has a great cord collection!! Thanks for all the information!

[PEARLPediatricTherapyPLLC]

Amazing video and so helpful to see varying levels within your fam - and those differences…

[lindabidwell]

Walking on tippy toes, wearing his clothes inside out, only liking certain fabric feels, and the list goes on. It's been a wonderful adventure, and I've learned a whole new "language". He is almost 13 now.

[steamedbrainz]

My son would run or gallop as we called it back and forth through the house all the time when he was little. He didn't sleep well so he'd do it late at night. We lived in a mobile home park at the time and our neighbors thought their house was haunted😂 He's 18 now and still does it sometimes but only a few laps at a time.

[deseraehale]

May God make things easy and happy for you and your family.... and God bless you ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[sosodangleben]

I think this is an excellent video especially for those who cringe at the thought that their child may be autistic. As a teacher we shldnt talk much we simply hv to send videos to those in denial. I'm proud of you. You took everything in stride and can teach us..❤❤❤

[lovingneighbor]

God bless your beautiful family. Thank you for sharing

[LauraMull]

my son never was a container baby-he hated the usual bouncy toys and walkers and his car seat, right from the hospital, but he sleeps between my husband and i and he sleeps all night. He is a sensory seeker for sure and I would say that 7/10 times hes not looking at the camera, either because of his autism or because of moms excellent camera skills!

[jasonwilliam]

I work with downs kids frequently and they truly are the most beautiful souls on this planet.

[bayareacali]

my grandson hates taking pictures and comes out trying to run away or looking down on all of them. He is seven and I'm sure he has autism. I hope my son and daughter in law get him the help he needs. Thank you for the video. it was very helpful.