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[quote=Anonymous]Dear OP,

I read your post last night and I can't stop thinking about it.

When I first read it, it looked like my son to a T at 15 months, although rereading there were some differences (my son was pointing as of 12 months, full term, wasn't behind on fine motor, would get upset before 1 hour with toys -- ie 2-3 minutes if someone he knows wasn't in the room).

We almost had our son evaluated but didn't because by the time the appointment came around he had started speaking, walking and other things.  That is, he was  late bloomer.  I am not telling you this to get your hopes up, but really to ask about alternatives.

Anyhow, I've read your story and how its progressed. I do see that your son is behind on a variety of milestones, but I admit to being really surprised at the ASD diagnosis, particularly so early.  Particularly his social skills seem reasonable ,especially the part about how he makes eye contact and at 17 months has 14 words, which is great!

What I am saying is that having seen a bit of a quirky kid,
I want to encourage you to get a second opinion and make sure no one person's opinion (other than yours!) makes huge differences in how your son is treated and cared for.  Have you considered a developmental pediatrician?

My son is definitely on the nerdy intense side, not extremely verbal, but he finds his niche.  You should DEFINITELY get all of the services your child needs right now to address a pervasive set of delays, but I would keep an open mind (for better or worse) about how your child will progress.  We really know a lot less about child development than we should.

I wish you the best of luck, and am happy to chat if you ever see a reason to.  Your son is so lucky to have a thoughtful mother who is taking amazing care of him.[/quote]

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