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[quote=Anonymous]I was going to recommend those as well. The two biggest predictors according research are something like not turning to name or pointing by 12 months. Another big red flag is little or no pretend play by 18 months and later on if there is pretend play it isn't well developed.

Autism speaks has some helpful videos of actual kids with autism which I found helpful when my child was young.

Pften Infant Toddler Connnection wants a referral from a pediatrician. Don't let your pediatrician poo poo things and tell you a whole bunch of hooey about how you worry too much and blah blah blah. Just get the referral. There's a waitlist so you want to move things along as quickly as possible. The evaluation is free. They will NOT tell you if your child does or doesn't have autism, but they will tell you if there are significant delays and then they will hook you up with interventionists who take insurance. If your child doesn't qualify you will get MUCH more peace of mind than you will from a pediatrician who thinks he or she is God. If your child does qualify than good for you for finding out early.

Early intervention is the key. The brain is the most plastic when kids are young. I wouldm't worry so much about a label and what it may or may not mean this early. If your child needs help, then get it. If you aren't pleased with the therapists through EI, then request someone new or get private help. Good for you for asking questions! Don't let worry consume you because the earlier you start the better so there is plenty of hope.[/quote]

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