One of the greatest gifts someone could have given me when my sons were infants were some of the key signs to look for that might have indicated that my boys were not typically developing. Rather than holding this as a resentment against the health community; I now use every opportunity to share this key information with young parents, grandparents, or anyone who may inquire "How did you know?"
Five years ago this information was not readily available or easy to locate even when doing any kind of advanced search. Fortunately or Unfortunately based on increased need it can be located fairly easily.
These are two key sites I regularily refer people to visit:
http://www.autismspeaks.org/whatisit/learnsigns.php#redflags
http://firstsigns.org/products_svcs/index.htm
About Me
- Twintech
- Springfiel Gardens, NY, United States
- Educator with an extensive background in Instructional Technology, Science & quickly learning the Special Education realm. I am a mom of 5 year old twin boys who are thriving despite being diagnoised with Autism. Learning how to balance these very distinct worlds.
2 comments:
Thank you for sharing. I know many parents who are not sure if their child is developing "normally" and question different stages of development. The medical community is quick to say wait for the next stage. I think when parents,grandparents or caregivers have an intuition something is "not right" they should investigate.
Your kids are beautiful. It's great to hear your success story -- a mother's love is powerful.
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