Signs & Screening
The things you've been quietly keeping track of.
Every child develops differently. These signs don't confirm autism. They're often the reason parents start looking for answers.
1
Under 18 months
Limited or no babbling, not responding to their name by 12 months, little to no pointing or reaching to share interest
2
18 months to 3 years
Delayed or regressing speech, limited eye contact, repetitive movements, strong preference for routine
3
3 years and older
Difficulty with back and forth conversation, trouble reading facial expressions, intense narrow interests, sensory sensitivity
Recognising any of these? A screening call or the FRAT test are both low-commitment ways to find out what's actually going on.