my name is Rana Please upload more videos. I relate to this channel a lot. I have type 1 autism, like the autism family. I love watching Ezra Because I find myself in him. I wish my family knew me like you know Ezra and Simon. I almost cried when I saw you taking care of the comfort of your children, Ezra and Simon, and not preventing them from making movements. They are autistic like Repetitive movements My family was beating me severely, imprisoning me, and punishing me because I was making autistic gestures. Because of them, I kept hiding that I was autistic in order to escape bullying, but this made my psychological state worse because when I stopped hiding my autism, they told me that I was pretending to have autism in order to gain their sympathy Truly, I am attached to that channel like Ezra is attached to his ropes 😊
I’m also glad you explained the eye-contact. I thought my daughter was looking at me and that she grew out of the no eye-contact phase, but she is either looking at my nose or forehead. My husband said that she looks at his glasses.
Just wanted your opinion. My son is 19 months from the time he was born he hummed. He hums when he eats, when he rides in the car, when he’s falling asleep. I thought maybe it was a stim? Then I noticed he lines his toys up or he hands me all his toys and then grabs them one by one and puts them in a line on the floor and then picks them up one by one and puts them all in my hands again and the process just goes on and on. He does respond to his name but only if he’s not busy doing something. If he’s busy he won’t respond at all. In fact once we were at the park and his grandma kept calling his name and he didn’t turn around or respond at all and she asked if his hearing was okay. He doesn’t say two word sentences at this point but he does know the alphabet and he can count to 10. He also knows his basic colors. He just doesn’t really use words to communicate his needs. He hand leads instead to communicate his needs. He also has never pointed to anything ever. I didn’t think anything of any of this until my sister brought her son over who is 4 months younger, he doesn’t hum and he responds to his name even when busy playing and he also points to stuff. I also noticed that her son loves affection especially when he’s been hurt. My son isn’t very affectionate he doesn’t really liked being held or touched much. Especially if he’s been hurt he just becomes more aggravated if you try to comfort him physically. My son seems to have great eye contact though and he loves playing with kids his age. And I’m not sure if he’s had any delays. the communication stuff seems like a delay to me but I’m unsure. I’m very confused. Idk if all babies are different and I’m just taking different personalities and thinking something is wrong or if he really is different than other kids his age indicating something else. I’d love some insight, thank you.
Thank you for sharing. You have some specific details in your comment that lead me to believe that getting an assessment for Autism for your son would be a really good idea. Every child is different, even autistic ones. Simon, our son, is very social and loves playing with kids his age. He also loves hugs. (and yet he is Autistic) Also, be aware that some places have very long waiting lists for Autism assessments, so you can always just get him on the list and decide later if you feel it is needed. But it is nice to know for sure, especially when the child is high functioning, which your child probably is, if he is autistic. He sounds very smart, like our son, Simon. Early intervention and support at a young age can be very helpful. It has made a big difference for Simon. He has made big leaps and strides this past year. Please don't be afraid of getting a diagnosis. It is truly a step in the direction of getting more help and support. If you choose to get an assessment, go to a clinical psychologist and make sure they do the ADOS-2 test as one of the tests. good luck. keep us updated.
Great questions! Humming is a form of vocal stimming. While it may be more prevalent in autistic children, it's not a diagnostic marker in itself. Many typically developing children also enjoy arranging their toys in specific ways, especially during the preschool and early elementary years. For instance, some children with ASD may appear disinterested when engaged in play or in response to affection from loved ones while others may have an overly affectionate child with autism. Individuals with autism can also have an aversion to touch.
my girl is 16 month old she respond to her name, and does eye contact , no toe walking, she play with her toys and she says some words like dada mama more one two tree i love you ect.. but sometimes she shakes her head (no) with no reason, and she put her finger on her ears (sometimes not all the time) and she sometimes stares at her hands (when we change clothes..) are there any concerns?
It sounds like your little one is hitting some great milestones like responding to her name, making eye contact, and saying words like "dada" and "mama." That's wonderful to hear! 😊 As for the behaviors you're noticing, some of them can be pretty common in toddlers, even without autism. Shaking her head, putting her finger to her ears, or staring at her hands could be signs of self-regulation or just exploring sensory input, which many kids do. Her ears could be sore... If she's doing these things occasionally, it doesn't necessarily indicate a concern, especially if they aren't interfering with her overall development. It's always a good idea to mention any changes in behavior to your pediatrician, just to get a professional's perspective and peace of mind. You're clearly very attentive to her needs, and that's so important! If you're ever unsure, don't hesitate to talk to a specialist who can help you understand what's going on. You’re doing great! 💙
One reason that doctors tend to miss the “not wanting to say hi” symptom is that parents will often explain it away as their son or daughter “just being a little shy” because they want their kid to seem as normal as possible to outsiders. For example, even though I was first diagnosed as being on the spectrum at age two shortly after my two-year checkup my parents would tell strangers (even including some of my doctors) that I was “just a little shy”. This might be one reason why I didn’t get any early interventions in the first five years even with the diagnosis (I was level two then (by today’s standards) I’m level one now). When my sister was diagnosed at the much later age of thirteen or fourteen on the rare occasion that she wouldn’t say “hi” it would be explained away as her being “just a little shy right now”. That might explain why she didn’t have much autism-related support until Freshman or Sophomore year in high school at least. When support begins that late the effects are more limited. As a result my parents tell me based on the limited results that that they saw with her (even though she’s level one) that even if I had early interventions it “probably wouldn’t matter anyway” because they don’t believe that any real evidence exists for their effectiveness.
My daughter is 3. Up until she was 6mo old she had to be held. We never put her down for naps or night sleeps because she would cry nonstop. I tried sleep training but her crying was strong and persistent. She was late on all benchmarks. As she grew she would tantrum constantly. She has continued to tantrum. Her language was always 3-6 mo behind. Obsessed with cars, trains and planes. Toe walking, humming, singing, doesn’t like loud noises…. The list goes on. It’s tough. We are working on getting her what she needs because the tantrums are the hardest. Sometimes I just feel really overwhelmed because I just want to get her what she needs but we are waiting right now on referrals.
@@7Aheadfamily Thank you, I really appreciate you and your husband sharing this information. I guess I don’t know where to start. I’ll look at your links and see what I can learn.
One thing I have always had issues with was the fact I always pick up stuff and never put it down. As a child I lost one of my favorite toys because I went to the bathroom holding it and didn't put it down to flush and it fell in the toilet. It's not necessarily wanting to hold objects (although it does feel comfortable) but more that I get stuck. On a physical level I am unable to put things down. I think it might have to do with coordination and fine motor skills, because putting down an object and replacing it with another takes some effort. To this day I have issues with it, although not as bad, and often will drop things or misplace things because I just walk around holding 2, 3 sometimes even up to 5 things at the same time, because it's almost overwhelming having to coordinate putting them down.
Pickles and sour cream is actually not as unusual a combination as it seems. I actually just ordered a chicken taco with pickle slices and a sriracha sour cream at a restaurant close to my place. It’s one of the specials on their menu right now. I have had it before. It’s pretty good. Spicy, but good.
I do respond to my name but sometimes it takes me a while to respond to things for example if someone said tons of information to me at once it would take me quite a while to respond or say something as I have to process the information. Or for example in a shopper center there's lots of information, bright lights, sounds, lots of people, signs ect and can lead me into a sensory overload or meltdown because it's alot of information I have to process. Do Simon and Ezra get overwhelmed if too much is said to them at once?
Yeah. Simon will have a hard time understanding what you are saying if you don’t speak in pretty simple sentences. Ezra I feel is probably the same way, he will only listen to very simple commands and questions.
@@7Aheadfamily I normally prefer like things being said 1 at a time or very slowly and people giving me time to process the information that has been said. I also prefer texting as it gives me more time to process. :) but then if people say it too fast or say like "why are you not replying" or say my name while I'm trying to process the information then it leads me into a meltdown or sensory overload when people give me more information when I'm trying to process
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Why is me looking at my hands autistic of me? I always look at things. I do have autism but I’m a 90s kid that never got help because I was “too smart” so was written off as an asshole. By the time doctors finally listened to my mom I was 18 and there were no services. I just turned 31 on the 14th. Now there is truly no services for me. I’m learning about it though. So why is me looking at my hands and autism thing and not an artsy thing? 5:47 that’s the onesie that I wore in the orphanage . I haven’t really seen that pattern since then. It’s weird to see it.
Thank you for sharing your story. It’s a testament to how many people were overlooked or misunderstood because of stereotypes about autism. Looking at your hands or other objects can be a way of self-soothing, exploring textures, or focusing sensory input, which is common in autistic individuals. However, it's also very human and can be "artsy" or introspective-it’s all about context and intention.
My autism assessment will be sometime in June so I'm still on the waiting list . I'm hoping for the results was looking for after all these years . My last day of 11th grade was yesterday and It was by far the roughest year mentally due to me having several sensory overloads due to the toxic social environment at my high school not getting receiving support which I've explained in detail before . One thing I hate even more is when I have a conversation with someone for example and it always ends in a argument due to us having a disagreement about a certain topic i mainly bring up which has really upset me many times not feeling understood . 7 ahead - do you think that's possible autism if I'm mainly struggling with social interactions , strong interest & very few traits in communication
Thank you so much for sharing. ❤️ I’m glad that you are getting an evaluation, that’s always the best thing if you have concerns. It sounds like you’ve done your homework and feel that autism is a possibility. I would say you’re doing the right thing. Keep us posted ❤️
3:36 I was early talking, late walking, and from what my parents have told me, even later crawling. My joint stability has never been great, nor have my motor skills, and it was especially bad before I did OT in elementary school.
That fact that she is looking when you say “look and see” is great. 👍🏻 Both my boys when they were that age wouldn’t have understood that command. That is great understanding of language. If you have concerns be sure to mention them to your doctor and getting on a waiting list is never a bad idea. Since sometimes waiting lists for autism assessments can be a year long, you can always take her off the waiting list if you change your mind. Good luck. And thanks for commenting!
Hi, I know my baby is still young, 1 year old, birthday today, but I've been thinking and watching all your videos. Some signs at this age are still neurotipical? 1) repetetive words, such as birthday even that he doesn't say mama with intention, echolalia or at this age is ok to repeat without knowing what they are saying?2) He didn't look while I feed him with bottle, but he has eye contact for different situations 3) he also stare at his hands not for hours but he likes to move it against the light 4) he points the light and say ...ght but still doesn't point his mama 5) put everything in his mouth, 6) he also look at me and move my face, looking at parts of my face, such as mouth, eyelashes, nose, 7) he goes for the wheels too, but not obsessed, flapping hands, not all the time and on the other hand he is very sociable, try to connect with other babies all the time. 8) He still wakes up for each 3 hours just to feed, even that he ate very well during all the day, like doesn't regulate this yet. 9) He loves open and close doors and cry when we close doors. Please, let me know your comments, I'm so confused
1)Many children on the autism spectrum use echolalia, which means they repeat others' words or sentences. They might repeat the words of familiar people (parents, teachers), or they might repeat sentences from their favorite video. 2)A lack of eye contact can be a trait of autism, but it doesn't always mean that someone is autistic. It could mean he has social anxiety or shyness 3)Children with autism may stare at their hands because of sensory stimulation or as a way to self-soothe in overwhelming situations. It can be a comforting behavior to regulate their sensory experiences. 4)Hand leading and lack of pointing with the index finger are core deficits often associated with early autism. 5)Children with sensory processing difficulties can put things in their mouth or chew when they are overloaded too. Chewing is also may occur in autism and when there are sensory issues. Sensory overload occurs when the child or adult has experienced too much sensory input from their environment. 6) Look at your different parts of your face could mean your son is curious, that this is all new to him 7)Flapping hands is a form of stimming which stimming does mean your son has autism but children with autism do stim. Children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) can have difficulty with social interactions, but they can also be social 8)Too much sleep may be making them more restless at night. Or it may be that your little one isn't getting enough daytime sleep. Strange as it may seem, being overtired can make it harder for your toddler to sleep through the night. Many children find it hard to settle themselves back to sleep if they wake up at night. 9)“They develop their memory as they repeat tasks and opening/closing doors is on the top of the list,” says Gavalas. And not only are they making their memories work, but their muscles are working, too. “Opening and closing doors demonstrates fine motor skill development, small muscle strength and dexterity,” she says.
My 1 year old will not answer to his name, he doesnt make eye contact always turns his head and hes a year and a half and he doesnt talk hell go "techo" or " dede" but not constant babble the other night for about 30 min he was just opening all the cabe ta and shuting them and repeat. He likes toy sttory so he will only hold and walk around sith wiodys hat his blanket and a sully toy when he was a baby and he still lkkes it if he finds it is a santa penz those things he will hild and not let go he doesnt like things up but he likes to stack things and he likes to sit with me and lets me hug him and kiss him but anyone else its impossible hes screams amd gets mad
Thank you for sharing your experience! It’s always helpful to hear from other parents navigating similar situations. Remember, you’re not alone in this journey!
My son is two he won't particularly answer to his name but say something like leave me,! In our local language, he prefers only my mom to carry him, he can imitate sounds and behavior but he is not speaking well, he understands when you send him and errand and will get you the exact thing, is he autistic
Based on what you've described, there are some signs that could be associated with autism. However, it's important to note that each child develops differently, and some of these behaviors could be due to other factors like temperament or developmental stages. To get a clearer understanding, it’s best to consult with a healthcare professional or a developmental specialist who can assess your child more thoroughly. They can provide guidance tailored to your child's specific needs.
The evaluation said my son has level two autism, but he doesn’t do hands flapping or tippy towing and always respond to his name. He follows directions do you think that could be wrong from them?
It’s understandable to question an evaluation, especially when some common signs of autism aren’t present in your son. Autism presents differently in every child-some may not exhibit hand flapping or tiptoeing but still have other challenges in communication, social interaction, or sensory processing. If you're unsure about the diagnosis, seeking a second opinion or discussing it further with the evaluating specialist might provide clarity. Trust your instincts as a parent, and remember that early interventions tailored to his needs can support his development regardless of the diagnosis. Love to chat more about it if it would be of interest to you... 7-ahead.com/coaching or www.7-ahead.com/asdclub ❤️❤️❤️
I am autistic and so is one of my brothers. I love Flo my parents not autistic is because they still the same behaviours of me with my brother Mummy my brother, please can I have the same symptoms of oh that’s how I got darkness recurrence already knew that similar behaviour is my brother divorced, and he already got a face before me and the youngest what’s half of a rest rest of my brother said it is to me
My name is rob im 39 years old i have high funtioning autism I go to the eldorado ward in new mexico the type of autism i have is I have sensory issues to bright lights and i think of things different as well to when something is on my mind my twin brother on the autism spectrum helps me with story writings about what happened in church or in school. I enjoy the videos that you been working on even what helps your son in church as well to. when I look at things different it sometimes takes me a while to understand things. do you also have a video about what helps your boys in school as well to?
I have walked fine for many years but learned it late, but my crawling is very… uniq still to this day, I am 33 😅 I learned to speak around the age of 7
@@7Aheadfamily yeah, I think I know what I should do but I really cant with my legs. If I try the result is jumping forward as a frog 😅 with isnt really that I usually had planned
When i was 1 and starting to wean off breast milk / formula I wouldn't eat anything lumpy or had lumps in. When I was 2 I was only using one word at a time. Before that I just use to repeat ada over and over again
I also have strong feelings about tomatoes but mine are pretty much the exact opposite of Ezra’s. I absolutely cannot stand the texture of tomatoes. One the other hand, I don’t usually have any problem with spaghetti sauce or marinara sauce.
My daughter is not doing the symptoms you say but she hardly follow my commands she is 1.5yr now born premature at 34wks got fits with fever at 8mts taking levipil rarely move her head from side to side especially when songs played under walking delays jus started walking dint speak yet says va va mamma dadada
It's difficult to tell, when she has other physical issues. It's always a good idea to get on a waiting list if you have concerns. those waiting lists can be very long sometimes, and you can always take her off the waiting list if you change your mind about getting her assessed for autism. good luck. keep us updated.
I can feel your worry, and it’s completely valid to feel concerned about your baby girl. Every child develops at their own pace, but at two years old, it’s worth discussing her milestones with her pediatrician if she hasn’t started walking or talking yet. Schedule a visit with her pediatrician to discuss your concerns. They may recommend an evaluation to check her motor and speech development or refer you to specialists like a physical therapist, speech therapist, or developmental pediatrician. Sometimes, delays in talking or walking can be related to hearing or vision challenges. A specialist can help rule these out. If you feel something needs closer attention, don’t hesitate to advocate for your baby. The earlier you seek guidance, the more proactive you can be. You’re doing a great job as a parent by noticing and addressing these concerns. ❤️
My grandson Levi, doesn’t respond to his name, loves to put things between his feet and play with the wheels, and will only eat cheerios, yogurt melts, and fruit pouches.
Today I went with him alone both of us in the car but he doesn't like when the car stopped!I thought he doesn't have tantrum but he started when we had to wait at the line and was queue.What i didn't like was the look of some people as he was retarded or handicapped or not normal creature.It hurts so much😢to see people looking weird or down on my son because is different.And to me they look like garbage!!!i started to hate the people who look to my son bad or disgusted or like he is not normal and i am expecting soon some people will hurt him by comments or criticizing him😢!my husband doesn't go out with him or he goes with the another son typical and ran away from us and me i am going with my autistic son😢i saw another boy with autism in park and i feel like he is not alone there is someone else too like he has someone like him❤. Until 3 years old he didn't have any sign of autism but he started from 3 years old not to speak and now is almost 7 and is non-verbal looks like Ezra very much and reminds me of him.That is why i have special feelings for Ezra❤because is as if i see my son!
We are very sorry that you have to go through such a hard time. There are definitely a lot of challenges that come with autism, but there are a lot of blessings. Ezra is by far our happiest child and isn't that what everybody really wants?❤️
We talk about this a little at the end of this video… 3 Sensory Autism Mistakes at Great Sand Dunes National Park ruclips.net/video/mcokJ5fMotE/видео.html
4:54 Ezra, buddy, you're making me sick... 🤢 Neither me nor my dad are known for liking tomatoes (actually, raw isn't too bad, but cooked tomatoes are revolting in all but a few contexts).
You’re right, many Neurotypical children do display many of the traits of autism at different times, but there really is a difference with autism. As parents who have three Neurotypical children, and two on the spectrum, one level one and one level three, we definitely see the differences, but more importantly recognize the growth and progress that can be made through early intervention. We didn’t really think Simon had autism, but as you can see from his video, it really made sense afterwards, and he has been able to grow and develop so much more because of his diagnosis and getting extra help that he needs. Hope this makes sense😊😊
@@7Aheadfamily yeah actually my toddler is also late talker and he does not point any thing also use my hand as a tool.. But he has good eye contct respond to name copy our all actions, repeat ABC and poems.. His pediatrician said he is just late talker not autistic but we are little bit confuse..
I'm an autistic adult and I've often chewed on my fingers, lips, shirts and basically anything I could get my hands on. I've found that chew toy necklaces really help me since I can wear one under my shirt and pull it out if I notice that I'm chewing on something.
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Not a mom or anything but it’s still good to recognize this signs! Thanks for sharing and send you lots of love❤
my name is Rana Please upload more videos. I relate to this channel a lot. I have type 1 autism, like the autism family. I love watching Ezra Because I find myself in him. I wish my family knew me like you know Ezra and Simon. I almost cried when I saw you taking care of the comfort of your children, Ezra and Simon, and not preventing them from making movements. They are autistic like Repetitive movements My family was beating me severely, imprisoning me, and punishing me because I was making autistic gestures. Because of them, I kept hiding that I was autistic in order to escape bullying, but this made my psychological state worse because when I stopped hiding my autism, they told me that I was pretending to have autism in order to gain their sympathy Truly, I am attached to that channel like Ezra is attached to his ropes 😊
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But you can not be as Ezra, because you have autism type 1 and you are verbal. Ezra is not verbal.
Thank you for sharing ❤️. Sorry to hear about the struggles that you have gone through. Sending you much love and many prayers. ❤️
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I’m also glad you explained the eye-contact. I thought my daughter was looking at me and that she grew out of the no eye-contact phase, but she is either looking at my nose or forehead. My husband said that she looks at his glasses.
Yeah. That’s very common. How old is your child. ❤️
@@7Aheadfamily She is 3.
Very close to Simmons age ❤️
Simon has a really good progress in speech! Keep up with this
Thank you! Yes, 10 hours of schooling and therapy a day does have some advantages 😊.
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Just wanted your opinion. My son is 19 months from the time he was born he hummed. He hums when he eats, when he rides in the car, when he’s falling asleep. I thought maybe it was a stim? Then I noticed he lines his toys up or he hands me all his toys and then grabs them one by one and puts them in a line on the floor and then picks them up one by one and puts them all in my hands again and the process just goes on and on. He does respond to his name but only if he’s not busy doing something. If he’s busy he won’t respond at all. In fact once we were at the park and his grandma kept calling his name and he didn’t turn around or respond at all and she asked if his hearing was okay. He doesn’t say two word sentences at this point but he does know the alphabet and he can count to 10. He also knows his basic colors. He just doesn’t really use words to communicate his needs. He hand leads instead to communicate his needs. He also has never pointed to anything ever. I didn’t think anything of any of this until my sister brought her son over who is 4 months younger, he doesn’t hum and he responds to his name even when busy playing and he also points to stuff. I also noticed that her son loves affection especially when he’s been hurt. My son isn’t very affectionate he doesn’t really liked being held or touched much. Especially if he’s been hurt he just becomes more aggravated if you try to comfort him physically. My son seems to have great eye contact though and he loves playing with kids his age. And I’m not sure if he’s had any delays. the communication stuff seems like a delay to me but I’m unsure. I’m very confused. Idk if all babies are different and I’m just taking different personalities and thinking something is wrong or if he really is different than other kids his age indicating something else. I’d love some insight, thank you.
Thank you for sharing. You have some specific details in your comment that lead me to believe that getting an assessment for Autism for your son would be a really good idea. Every child is different, even autistic ones. Simon, our son, is very social and loves playing with kids his age. He also loves hugs. (and yet he is Autistic) Also, be aware that some places have very long waiting lists for Autism assessments, so you can always just get him on the list and decide later if you feel it is needed. But it is nice to know for sure, especially when the child is high functioning, which your child probably is, if he is autistic. He sounds very smart, like our son, Simon. Early intervention and support at a young age can be very helpful. It has made a big difference for Simon. He has made big leaps and strides this past year. Please don't be afraid of getting a diagnosis. It is truly a step in the direction of getting more help and support. If you choose to get an assessment, go to a clinical psychologist and make sure they do the ADOS-2 test as one of the tests. good luck. keep us updated.
Great questions! Humming is a form of vocal stimming. While it may be more prevalent in autistic children, it's not a diagnostic marker in itself. Many typically developing children also enjoy arranging their toys in specific ways, especially during the preschool and early elementary years. For instance, some children with ASD may appear disinterested when engaged in play or in response to affection from loved ones while others may have an overly affectionate child with autism. Individuals with autism can also have an aversion to touch.
We actually did a video on the difference of Speech delay and Autism..
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my girl is 16 month old she respond to her name, and does eye contact , no toe walking, she play with her toys and she says some words like dada mama more one two tree i love you ect.. but sometimes she shakes her head (no) with no reason, and she put her finger on her ears (sometimes not all the time) and she sometimes stares at her hands (when we change clothes..) are there any concerns?
It sounds like your little one is hitting some great milestones like responding to her name, making eye contact, and saying words like "dada" and "mama." That's wonderful to hear! 😊
As for the behaviors you're noticing, some of them can be pretty common in toddlers, even without autism. Shaking her head, putting her finger to her ears, or staring at her hands could be signs of self-regulation or just exploring sensory input, which many kids do. Her ears could be sore... If she's doing these things occasionally, it doesn't necessarily indicate a concern, especially if they aren't interfering with her overall development.
It's always a good idea to mention any changes in behavior to your pediatrician, just to get a professional's perspective and peace of mind. You're clearly very attentive to her needs, and that's so important!
If you're ever unsure, don't hesitate to talk to a specialist who can help you understand what's going on. You’re doing great! 💙
One reason that doctors tend to miss the “not wanting to say hi” symptom is that parents will often explain it away as their son or daughter “just being a little shy” because they want their kid to seem as normal as possible to outsiders.
For example, even though I was first diagnosed as being on the spectrum at age two shortly after my two-year checkup my parents would tell strangers (even including some of my doctors) that I was “just a little shy”. This might be one reason why I didn’t get any early interventions in the first five years even with the diagnosis (I was level two then (by today’s standards) I’m level one now).
When my sister was diagnosed at the much later age of thirteen or fourteen on the rare occasion that she wouldn’t say “hi” it would be explained away as her being “just a little shy right now”. That might explain why she didn’t have much autism-related support until Freshman or Sophomore year in high school at least. When support begins that late the effects are more limited. As a result my parents tell me based on the limited results that that they saw with her (even though she’s level one) that even if I had early interventions it “probably wouldn’t matter anyway” because they don’t believe that any real evidence exists for their effectiveness.
Thank you for sharing that! Agreed. 😊
My daughter is 3. Up until she was 6mo old she had to be held. We never put her down for naps or night sleeps because she would cry nonstop. I tried sleep training but her crying was strong and persistent. She was late on all benchmarks. As she grew she would tantrum constantly. She has continued to tantrum. Her language was always 3-6 mo behind. Obsessed with cars, trains and planes. Toe walking, humming, singing, doesn’t like loud noises…. The list goes on. It’s tough. We are working on getting her what she needs because the tantrums are the hardest. Sometimes I just feel really overwhelmed because I just want to get her what she needs but we are waiting right now on referrals.
Thank you for sharing ❤️
You’re definitely going through a lot. Please let us know anyway we can help out❤️. You’re definitely not alone on the journey. Keep in touch.
@@7Aheadfamily Thank you, I really appreciate you and your husband sharing this information. I guess I don’t know where to start. I’ll look at your links and see what I can learn.
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One thing I have always had issues with was the fact I always pick up stuff and never put it down. As a child I lost one of my favorite toys because I went to the bathroom holding it and didn't put it down to flush and it fell in the toilet.
It's not necessarily wanting to hold objects (although it does feel comfortable) but more that I get stuck. On a physical level I am unable to put things down. I think it might have to do with coordination and fine motor skills, because putting down an object and replacing it with another takes some effort.
To this day I have issues with it, although not as bad, and often will drop things or misplace things because I just walk around holding 2, 3 sometimes even up to 5 things at the same time, because it's almost overwhelming having to coordinate putting them down.
Thank you so much for sharing. This sounds a lot like what Ezra will do. ❤️
4:13 There is a simple pleasure in getting a spinny thing going and keeping it going as long as possible.
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Pickles and sour cream is actually not as unusual a combination as it seems.
I actually just ordered a chicken taco with pickle slices and a sriracha sour cream at a restaurant close to my place. It’s one of the specials on their menu right now.
I have had it before. It’s pretty good. Spicy, but good.
Oh cool. I’ve never thought of that. I’ll have to try it. ❤️
I do respond to my name but sometimes it takes me a while to respond to things for example if someone said tons of information to me at once it would take me quite a while to respond or say something as I have to process the information. Or for example in a shopper center there's lots of information, bright lights, sounds, lots of people, signs ect and can lead me into a sensory overload or meltdown because it's alot of information I have to process. Do Simon and Ezra get overwhelmed if too much is said to them at once?
Yeah. Simon will have a hard time understanding what you are saying if you don’t speak in pretty simple sentences. Ezra I feel is probably the same way, he will only listen to very simple commands and questions.
Are there some things that you found that have help you to process information better over the years?
@@7Aheadfamily I normally prefer like things being said 1 at a time or very slowly and people giving me time to process the information that has been said. I also prefer texting as it gives me more time to process. :) but then if people say it too fast or say like "why are you not replying" or say my name while I'm trying to process the information then it leads me into a meltdown or sensory overload when people give me more information when I'm trying to process
Thank you so much for sharing that! That is very helpful for us and many others I am sure!
Thank you so much ❤
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Why is me looking at my hands autistic of me? I always look at things. I do have autism but I’m a 90s kid that never got help because I was “too smart” so was written off as an asshole. By the time doctors finally listened to my mom I was 18 and there were no services. I just turned 31 on the 14th. Now there is truly no services for me. I’m learning about it though. So why is me looking at my hands and autism thing and not an artsy thing? 5:47 that’s the onesie that I wore in the orphanage . I haven’t really seen that pattern since then. It’s weird to see it.
Thank you for sharing your story. It’s a testament to how many people were overlooked or misunderstood because of stereotypes about autism. Looking at your hands or other objects can be a way of self-soothing, exploring textures, or focusing sensory input, which is common in autistic individuals. However, it's also very human and can be "artsy" or introspective-it’s all about context and intention.
My autism assessment will be sometime in June so I'm still on the waiting list . I'm hoping for the results was looking for after all these years . My last day of 11th grade was yesterday and It was by far the roughest year mentally due to me having several sensory overloads due to the toxic social environment at my high school not getting receiving support which I've explained in detail before . One thing I hate even more is when I have a conversation with someone for example and it always ends in a argument due to us having a disagreement about a certain topic i mainly bring up which has really upset me many times not feeling understood . 7 ahead - do you think that's possible autism if I'm mainly struggling with social interactions , strong interest & very few traits in communication
Thank you so much for sharing. ❤️ I’m glad that you are getting an evaluation, that’s always the best thing if you have concerns. It sounds like you’ve done your homework and feel that autism is a possibility. I would say you’re doing the right thing. Keep us posted ❤️
And let us know if if there’s anything we can do to help
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Thank you for watching! And commenting. 😊
Have you watched a lot of our videos?
3:36 I was early talking, late walking, and from what my parents have told me, even later crawling. My joint stability has never been great, nor have my motor skills, and it was especially bad before I did OT in elementary school.
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My 14 months old baby don't respond to her name but when I said "look or see" she always respond.Is it sign of autism
That fact that she is looking when you say “look and see” is great. 👍🏻 Both my boys when they were that age wouldn’t have understood that command. That is great understanding of language. If you have concerns be sure to mention them to your doctor and getting on a waiting list is never a bad idea. Since sometimes waiting lists for autism assessments can be a year long, you can always take her off the waiting list if you change your mind. Good luck. And thanks for commenting!
Hi, I know my baby is still young, 1 year old, birthday today, but I've been thinking and watching all your videos. Some signs at this age are still neurotipical? 1) repetetive words, such as birthday even that he doesn't say mama with intention, echolalia or at this age is ok to repeat without knowing what they are saying?2) He didn't look while I feed him with bottle, but he has eye contact for different situations 3) he also stare at his hands not for hours but he likes to move it against the light 4) he points the light and say ...ght but still doesn't point his mama 5) put everything in his mouth, 6) he also look at me and move my face, looking at parts of my face, such as mouth, eyelashes, nose, 7) he goes for the wheels too, but not obsessed, flapping hands, not all the time and on the other hand he is very sociable, try to connect with other babies all the time. 8) He still wakes up for each 3 hours just to feed, even that he ate very well during all the day, like doesn't regulate this yet. 9) He loves open and close doors and cry when we close doors. Please, let me know your comments, I'm so confused
1)Many children on the autism spectrum use echolalia, which means they repeat others' words or sentences. They might repeat the words of familiar people (parents, teachers), or they might repeat sentences from their favorite video.
2)A lack of eye contact can be a trait of autism, but it doesn't always mean that someone is autistic. It could mean he has social anxiety or shyness
3)Children with autism may stare at their hands because of sensory stimulation or as a way to self-soothe in overwhelming situations. It can be a comforting behavior to regulate their sensory experiences.
4)Hand leading and lack of pointing with the index finger are core deficits often associated with early autism.
5)Children with sensory processing difficulties can put things in their mouth or chew when they are overloaded too. Chewing is also may occur in autism and when there are sensory issues. Sensory overload occurs when the child or adult has experienced too much sensory input from their environment.
6) Look at your different parts of your face could mean your son is curious, that this is all new to him
7)Flapping hands is a form of stimming which stimming does mean your son has autism but children with autism do stim. Children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) can have difficulty with social interactions, but they can also be social
8)Too much sleep may be making them more restless at night. Or it may be that your little one isn't getting enough daytime sleep. Strange as it may seem, being overtired can make it harder for your toddler to sleep through the night. Many children find it hard to settle themselves back to sleep if they wake up at night.
9)“They develop their memory as they repeat tasks and opening/closing doors is on the top of the list,” says Gavalas. And not only are they making their memories work, but their muscles are working, too. “Opening and closing doors demonstrates fine motor skill development, small muscle strength and dexterity,” she says.
We also have a few videos that may help you...😊❤️
Simon’s story… Diagnosis of Mild Autism in 2-year-old
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What is Autism? | Home Video | Doctor Explains
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Signs of Mild Autism, Severe Autism, No Autism | Compared
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We have one who always says hi, hi, hi, hi, but doesn't grasp who it's appropriate to say it to.
My 1 year old will not answer to his name, he doesnt make eye contact always turns his head and hes a year and a half and he doesnt talk hell go "techo" or " dede" but not constant babble the other night for about 30 min he was just opening all the cabe ta and shuting them and repeat. He likes toy sttory so he will only hold and walk around sith wiodys hat his blanket and a sully toy when he was a baby and he still lkkes it if he finds it is a santa penz those things he will hild and not let go he doesnt like things up but he likes to stack things and he likes to sit with me and lets me hug him and kiss him but anyone else its impossible hes screams amd gets mad
Thank you for sharing your experience! It’s always helpful to hear from other parents navigating similar situations. Remember, you’re not alone in this journey!
can u make vid of sign in 3 years old?
Yes!
We will put that on our list. 😊
My son is two he won't particularly answer to his name but say something like leave me,! In our local language, he prefers only my mom to carry him, he can imitate sounds and behavior but he is not speaking well, he understands when you send him and errand and will get you the exact thing, is he autistic
Based on what you've described, there are some signs that could be associated with autism. However, it's important to note that each child develops differently, and some of these behaviors could be due to other factors like temperament or developmental stages. To get a clearer understanding, it’s best to consult with a healthcare professional or a developmental specialist who can assess your child more thoroughly. They can provide guidance tailored to your child's specific needs.
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The evaluation said my son has level two autism, but he doesn’t do hands flapping or tippy towing and always respond to his name. He follows directions do you think that could be wrong from them?
It’s understandable to question an evaluation, especially when some common signs of autism aren’t present in your son. Autism presents differently in every child-some may not exhibit hand flapping or tiptoeing but still have other challenges in communication, social interaction, or sensory processing. If you're unsure about the diagnosis, seeking a second opinion or discussing it further with the evaluating specialist might provide clarity. Trust your instincts as a parent, and remember that early interventions tailored to his needs can support his development regardless of the diagnosis. Love to chat more about it if it would be of interest to you... 7-ahead.com/coaching or www.7-ahead.com/asdclub ❤️❤️❤️
I am autistic and so is one of my brothers. I love Flo my parents not autistic is because they still the same behaviours of me with my brother Mummy my brother, please can I have the same symptoms of oh that’s how I got darkness recurrence already knew that similar behaviour is my brother divorced, and he already got a face before me and the youngest what’s half of a rest rest of my brother said it is to me
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My name is rob im 39 years old i have high funtioning autism I go to the eldorado ward in new mexico the type of autism i have is I have sensory issues to bright lights and i think of things different as well to when something is on my mind my twin brother on the autism spectrum helps me with story writings about what happened in church or in school. I enjoy the videos that you been working on even what helps your son in church as well to. when I look at things different it sometimes takes me a while to understand things. do you also have a video about what helps your boys in school as well to?
Thank you so much for watching and commenting. It’s great to meet you! Yes, we have quite a few videos on school. Here are a few…
12 Must-Haves for School Success with Autism | Ezra's New School. ruclips.net/video/HD0Nfu-laA4/видео.html
School Day Morning Routine for Mild and Severe Autism
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Ezra's LIVE School Update! ruclips.net/user/liveF20ROExUSvE
A School Day in the Life of Mild Autism and Severe Autism. studio.ruclips.net/user/videoqlsPYo7AgUI
I have walked fine for many years but learned it late, but my crawling is very… uniq still to this day, I am 33 😅 I learned to speak around the age of 7
Thank you for sharing. That is very interesting.
@@7Aheadfamily yeah, I think I know what I should do but I really cant with my legs. If I try the result is jumping forward as a frog 😅 with isnt really that I usually had planned
Yeah, I think Ezra is similar in some ways. Thank you for sharing!
When i was 1 and starting to wean off breast milk / formula I wouldn't eat anything lumpy or had lumps in.
When I was 2 I was only using one word at a time. Before that I just use to repeat ada over and over again
How old are you
Thank you for sharing!😊
@@angelpriya5284 19 on July 15 and just starting my diagnosis (in France) had suspicions since covid
Good luck!
I also have strong feelings about tomatoes but mine are pretty much the exact opposite of Ezra’s. I absolutely cannot stand the texture of tomatoes. One the other hand, I don’t usually have any problem with spaghetti sauce or marinara sauce.
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I'm having a baby boy in October, and I'm naming him ..
...Simon 💙
Nothing to do with the topic, but I thought it would be good news 😊
That is great news! Thank you so much for sharing. We are honored to be hearing the same name ❤️.
My daughter is not doing the symptoms you say but she hardly follow my commands she is 1.5yr now born premature at 34wks got fits with fever at 8mts taking levipil rarely move her head from side to side especially when songs played under walking delays jus started walking dint speak yet says va va mamma dadada
It's difficult to tell, when she has other physical issues. It's always a good idea to get on a waiting list if you have concerns. those waiting lists can be very long sometimes, and you can always take her off the waiting list if you change your mind about getting her assessed for autism. good luck. keep us updated.
We have a few videos that we have done that may help you😊
Simon’s story… Diagnosis of Mild Autism in 2-year-old
ruclips.net/video/uGl3bLiDHJg/видео.html
What is Autism? | Home Video | Doctor Explains
ruclips.net/video/6Jhs6VVYZ-I/видео.html
Signs of Mild Autism, Severe Autism, No Autism | Compared
ruclips.net/video/YS-ThGQlEX8/видео.html
Will there be any concern please reply
I replied. thank you.
I'm not sure what you mean, I'm sorry❤️
2:39 Me and my dad both, if we get zoned-in on something. Drives my mom absolutely batty.
Thank you for sharing!🩵🩵
2 yrs babygirl she doesn't walk talk am worried 😢😢
I can feel your worry, and it’s completely valid to feel concerned about your baby girl. Every child develops at their own pace, but at two years old, it’s worth discussing her milestones with her pediatrician if she hasn’t started walking or talking yet. Schedule a visit with her pediatrician to discuss your concerns. They may recommend an evaluation to check her motor and speech development or refer you to specialists like a physical therapist, speech therapist, or developmental pediatrician. Sometimes, delays in talking or walking can be related to hearing or vision challenges. A specialist can help rule these out. If you feel something needs closer attention, don’t hesitate to advocate for your baby. The earlier you seek guidance, the more proactive you can be. You’re doing a great job as a parent by noticing and addressing these concerns. ❤️
She will walk my neighbor's daughter walked with?2 and some months.
My grandson Levi, doesn’t respond to his name, loves to put things between his feet and play with the wheels, and will only eat cheerios, yogurt melts, and fruit pouches.
Thank you for sharing!💜💜💜
the audio is bit low on this vid just a side note /pos
my tip is to reach all audios to 6 :D
Thank you! Yeah, it is a little low
We need to have you help us out with our shoot. 😊
Today I went with him alone both of us in the car but he doesn't like when the car stopped!I thought he doesn't have tantrum but he started when we had to wait at the line and was queue.What i didn't like was the look of some people as he was retarded or handicapped or not normal creature.It hurts so much😢to see people looking weird or down on my son because is different.And to me they look like garbage!!!i started to hate the people who look to my son bad or disgusted or like he is not normal and i am expecting soon some people will hurt him by comments or criticizing him😢!my husband doesn't go out with him or he goes with the another son typical and ran away from us and me i am going with my autistic son😢i saw another boy with autism in park and i feel like he is not alone there is someone else too like he has someone like him❤. Until 3 years old he didn't have any sign of autism but he started from 3 years old not to speak and now is almost 7 and is non-verbal looks like Ezra very much and reminds me of him.That is why i have special feelings for Ezra❤because is as if i see my son!
We are very sorry that you have to go through such a hard time. There are definitely a lot of challenges that come with autism, but there are a lot of blessings. Ezra is by far our happiest child and isn't that what everybody really wants?❤️
We talk about this a little at the end of this video…
3 Sensory Autism Mistakes at Great Sand Dunes National Park
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Here’s another video where we address this topic a little bit…
My Child has Autism. Now What?
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Thank you for being so kind! Hope this helps!💜💜💜
And thank you for sharing!😉🩷🩷
I think my son has autism and I need help finding out
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Some people think one year olds are still infants
Thank you for sharing. ❤️
4:54 Ezra, buddy, you're making me sick... 🤢
Neither me nor my dad are known for liking tomatoes (actually, raw isn't too bad, but cooked tomatoes are revolting in all but a few contexts).
He does love his tomatoes😂❤️
I’m a teenager and have autism:)
Thank you for sharing!😊😊😊
Do you think All those symptoms present in normal babies??
Are you agree??
You’re right, many Neurotypical children do display many of the traits of autism at different times, but there really is a difference with autism. As parents who have three Neurotypical children, and two on the spectrum, one level one and one level three, we definitely see the differences, but more importantly recognize the growth and progress that can be made through early intervention. We didn’t really think Simon had autism, but as you can see from his video, it really made sense afterwards, and he has been able to grow and develop so much more because of his diagnosis and getting extra help that he needs. Hope this makes sense😊😊
Here is a video we made of Simon...
Simon’s story… Diagnosis of Mild Autism in 2-year-old
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@@7Aheadfamily yeah actually my toddler is also late talker and he does not point any thing also use my hand as a tool.. But he has good eye contct respond to name copy our all actions, repeat ABC and poems..
His pediatrician said he is just late talker not autistic but we are little bit confuse..
@@7Aheadfamily speech therapy is good or not what do you suggest??
My son is 19 months old now
I'm an autistic adult and I've often chewed on my fingers, lips, shirts and basically anything I could get my hands on. I've found that chew toy necklaces really help me since I can wear one under my shirt and pull it out if I notice that I'm chewing on something.
Thank you for sharing!💜💜
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