5 Signs of Autism in Babies

Our fourth Child showed early signs of Autism, even when he was a few months old. We share 5 signs in this video of how he showed us his Autism, even as a baby. Warning: Lots of adorable home videos!
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[Aheadfamily]

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[momofmanyjewels]

As a mom to seven children, 3 of the boys on the autism spectrum - I wish you had made this video 23 yrs ago when our second son was born and diagnosed at 2 yrs old. "They" said my son should go to a special school for "disturbed kids." Nope. "They said he would never graduate... He did with honors. They said he would never live on his own or hit any milestones. He is an Eagle Scout, RM proselyting, and currently a student in college. He worked very very hard to pave the way for his siblings....and teach his mama. You are doing a good job and thank you for putting this out there.

[michaeljohn]

Thank you so very much for posting these videos regarding Autism. They help us understand how to interact with Autistic children and adults. The early signs are so very important to recognize. Cheers from Michael. Australia.

[gemmamerlo]

My son is autistic and it broke my heart. But your videos help me so much. God bless you. X

[alanjthomas]

As a person with mild ASD (formerly Asperger's), I can tell you that your last point of advice is "spot on"! It is absolutely essential that you enter his world to try to make those connections. Future video idea perhaps, document such attempts on occasion and see if you notice a difference over time.

[patrickdionsmith]

That video made me realize I have more Autism signs than I expected, I definitely don't look at people when i speak to them, I also tend to be fixated on things like I can watch this video on my computer screen, while playing a game on my smartphone and I don't loose any of it, same while watching TV shows, I'm hyper focused on what I do, as a PC tech support, I had to fix a PC in a daycare a few times, and people were surprised that the chaos kids made around me wouldn't bother me at all, my parents said to me multiple times that if there's an explosion, I would look around, see if everyone is safe and continue to work if I feel I'm safe. I had my diagnosis only at 17 yrs old by Dr Laurent Mottron (he's one of the highly knowledge kind, he's known internationally) He's the one that told me my life wasn't over and that I could still have a good life and inspired me to try (lets just say I had very bad days and months after the diagnostic was official) Now at 43, I must admit my life isn't the dream I wanted it to be, but its not that bad at all.

[HismerciesareneweveryAM]

I'm an early childhood teacher and this is usually the stage when children start get diagnosed and assessed. It is very helpful to learn more about autism so I can assist parents a little more in their quest to help their child. And WONDERFUL videos, the editing is amazing! I subscribed after watching only one of your videos 😊 God bless your family!

[flapper]

Thank you for your videos. They are sure to help so many parents with an autistic child.

[lannia]

‘enter their world ’ crying at this mum n son relationship. Thank you for sharing

[sazzlepop]

Ezra is sooo cute ❤ my son is 2.5 and suspected autistic and non verbal. Thank you for sharing your story xx

[redmustangredmustang]

I saw video of me when I was 18 months to 3 years old. I would ignore my parents when they tried calling to me. I would barely talk maybe a word or two. The sad thing was I had constant ear infections and tonsillitis so that's a big reason why. There's video of me the day before the surgery at 3 just babbling and being very hyper. I got my tonsils taken out and tubes in my ears. That took care of that. 6 months later there's me with my parents singing preschool songs and my ABC's. I was never diagnosed with autism, but I could easily have been if this were the modern age today. My parents got me into speech therapy at 3 year old and thankfully I've been independent as an adult. It's all about getting therapy intervention as soon as possible.

[lvmnoneofyourbusiness]

Just subbed and wanted to say thank you!!
My grandson is 10.5 months old.
I haven't mentioned anything to my husband, my son nor his wife - just observing for now.
(I'm also a retired mental health social worker starting out with child/adolescent and have worked with autistic kids.)
Today, my grandson spent close to 8 hours just randomly screaming. They weren't screams of pain, just screaming.
He does a lot of hand waving - opening and closing his hand.
A couple of times a day, he'll arch his back and look at the ceiling totally zoned out. I can call his name repeatedly, rub his legs, try to tickle him but he's zoned out.
He's already walking a few steps. He doesn't look at me, but through me.
I'm concerned, but I don't want to jump the gun - so to speak.
Your videos have helped me a lot in understanding the signs of Autism in babies/children.

[mattersfingers]

Thank you for these videos. I have a 2 5 year old major sensory seeker non verbal boy and now an 8 month old. My boy always made eye contact and doesnt hand flap but these are what his signs were.

Vocal stimming - he still does this now. He was constantly and is constantly screeching and making noises.
No babbling - he said hi once at 11 months and waved and I.was lucky to catch it on camera but nothing else and never any babbling. He does babble now at 2.
No pointing and no waving
He wanted to get moving almost missed crawling and walked at 11 months
He was always the childs off in the corner pulling things off shelves and looking very social as he was sitting with someone else.

My daughter i believe is also autistic. She is almost walking at 9 months and she never quit working for it.
She isnt babbling but is shouting. She isnt as vocal as her brother. She gets manic bursts sometimes.
Just like her brother she makes eye contact and looks at us properly.

The sad thing is if she is we have 2 months to enjoy her as she is now before things start changing. My son eventually lost eye contact the week she was born so at 19 months.

[BigPrincessSam]

I wasn’t diagnosed until my late 30’s - I function “well” aka I use to mask well, but at the expense of my mental and physical health - so I don’t mask anymore. But watching these signs to be able to go back and say “oh yes, now if all makes sense” is very helpful and validating - I didn’t have that at all as a child so I’m glad you provide that ❤

[robinhammer]

Thank you for sharing this with me/everyone. I have a grandson that was just diagnosed with autism. Your story is helping me understand it even better. I want to know how to subscribe to your channel so that I can watch all of your videos. Thank you again.

[missbontia]

Thank you so much for making this video, i have learned so much, the take away is priceless ❤❤❤

[OutcastDimensionTCG]

Thank you for making this video! I worry so much about my child. He started hitting the milestones but lost them recently and just looks around my head or away now. But I worry about his happiness in life and am glad to see your son is happy even if it isn't social or like others.

[imabadasse]

Thank you for your courage in sharing.

[mlimrx]

You have a beautiful son:) Thank you for sharing your very personal family story.

[sarahwatts]

Thank you for sharing. This is a very informative video. May God bless you and your family.