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MMR Vaccine + Autism
Now, he was showing signs of autism before that visit, but I do feel the MMR vaccine may have been the tipping point. Fast forward to now - my 4 year old ...
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- First of all you are the best advocate for your child and good for you for researching and asking questions. I will tell you that my oldest who is now 7 had the MMR v...
- I too have delayed my sons vaccines...when I had my daughter, I completely vaccinated her on the recomended schedrule. SHe is a healthy happy 4 year old. However, that...
- If it is a public daycare they ahve to let you sign a waver stating you chose not to have your son vaccinated. Don't tell them he has the other vaccinations, because ...
Gifts for Autistic Children
My best friends little girl is turning 4 and she is on the Autism Spectrum. ... What Are the Signs of Autism, or Sensory Perception Disorder? ...
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- My son is turning 10 next month; and has too many issues to list besides Autism. For children with texture issues, try a big bottle of Johnson's baby lotion (the big p...
- My youngest is also in the Spectrum and high function and LOVES play dooh, Books. I know how hard it can be. You are a Great friend. M.
- A., My son is five going on six and has autism. He loves puzzles, (the simple ones that three year olds do), fat crayons w/big coloring books, play doh, books and b...
Autism or Hyperacusis?
And yes, I too would be concerned with the signs exhibited by your baby. However , before trying to quickly 'label' or diagnose a child with autism in any ...
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- Autism has many facets, and hyperacusis can be one of them. The primary things we experienced with my son was literally a physical pain for him to be exposed to loud ...
- Hi, I have not read your previous post...so I do not know what area of Texas you live in or how old your child is...however, I have read the other responses listed to ...
- Hi M.. I am a parent of a child with disabilities. Have you consulted a specialist? You might want to look into some testing. This can be a symptom of a disability...
Vaccines--What Is the Risk of Autism for My Child?
It may be coincidence because that's when the first signs show. If the vaccine predisposed children to autism, I would think the autism rates would be much ...
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- Do your research & decide which side of the argument agrees with your gut. The MDs & establishment swear there is no link between silicone breast implants leaking in t...
- I believe the risk is greater by not having the vaccine. Some of these diseases that we had eradicated in the US are slowly starting to make a comeback due to parents ...
- There is no proven link between autism and vaccines. Like the other lady said it is genetic. The reason people have made the (wrong) assumption that the MMR shot is ...
Austim Signs and Symptoms?
Because autism is so prevalent and the spectrum carries a range of symptoms and everyone is very .... signs of autism in infants · speech and toddler ...
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- My daughter is 2 1/2 and I got her evaluated in October. She has had a history of ear-infections and currently does have tubes. She did not walk until after we got t...
- Hi S.!!! From what you have written, it doesn't seem that you have really big cause for concern, BUT! I would definitely keep your eyes open and be very observant. ...
- Hello, My son is seven now and he was diagnosed at age six. He was very playful. He also looks at me and others but not for long. My son has been in speech theropy...
3 Year Old Not Talking
Have you thought about the possibility of Autism? I'd check into that. Some Autistic children NEVER talk. There are other signs and there are different ...
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- dear J., my ten year old son doesn't talk and the docotors told me that he will never talk but he does cry babble and makes noise and he also points and make noise t...
- Have you had her hearing tested? Could be that she has hearing problems and cannot pick up the syllables and constanant sounds. Worth checking out. 2nd. I have a 2 ...
- Have you thought about the possibility of Autism? I'd check into that. Some Autistic children NEVER talk. There are other signs and there are different kinds of Autism...
Rocking & Hitting Head on wall...how Do We Stop This?
I don't know a ton about autism, but enough. Rocking, swaying, hitting heads, etc. are signs of autism. It is a calming or coping mechanism. ...
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- I agree with Tiffany and Linda, ask the pediatrician to test for sensory defensiveness. My nephew did the head banging for years (he was not treated for sensory probl...
- Hi T., I copied this from a "autism fact sheet" "Many children with autism engage in repetitive movements such as rocking and twirling, or in self-abusive behavior s...
- I think he could be scared. Little ones have trouble telling their feelings to us. It may scare him to be shut in his room. My daughter freaks out when she is put i...
Diagnosing autism...my Friend Thinks She can...help
my friend saw a show on pbs and swears my daughter is showing signs of autism... i don't think so, but now i am questioning everything and everyone. i ...
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- Well if your doc is not worried then I would not overly woory either. I still would keep an eye on her some kids are slow to talk like my son was but he did say 20 wor...
- If YOU feel ok about your daughter, and trust your ped, then LET IT GO! period. I know from experience that it's easier said than done, but you can worry yourself i...
- Hi, I have a two year also and she has very limited speech and she is seeing a speech therapist. She was premature and has had eating difficulties and speech proble...
Concerned About Autism
I am the mother of a 4 year old with Autism. Unfortunately, since Autism is a spectrum disorder the early signs vary widely. ...
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- If you have any concerns with it, try asking you pediatrician. They do start Autism screening at 18 months and and a bill was also just passed that insurance must pay...
- Hi L.. I don't mean to scare you, but I recommend you to get evaluate your son. If professionals say there is nothing wrong with your son, you don't have to worry...
- L., I'm a mom and speech therapist with the Birth to Three system in CT and I think it would be worth looking into an Early Intervention evaluation for your son. Som...
Immunizations/Autism Risk
I was reading on line stories of parents whose children started to show signs of autism after then received their MMR shot. All of this terrifies me of ...
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- I have a 5 month old and have/had the same worries you do. I also read THE VACCINE BOOK and found it extremely helpful. Dr Sears provides you with all the info you so ...
- Hi there, My 6 month old daughter had her appiontment last Tuesday. I had the same concerns and basically freaked myself out and started crying in the Dr's office. We ...
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