Our Amazing Autistic 4 Year Old is Starting To Talk!!! Speech Progress and A New Diagnosis?!

I'm so excited to share Dexter's latest bit of progress and explain why it sheds some light on his atypical communication development to date.
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[@marcmcintosh7783]

I would personally love to speak to this lady. I've only just come across this lady channel and has completely taken me from a sad mum to a mum with hope! I have a two year old little girl who is so beautiful in every way but showing strong sighs of Autism. I've cried nights on end with endless questions that no professional can answer with confidence but some how this lady has!! You are doing such a wonderful thing from the video where you said about Dexter's red flags and how emotional you was honestly without sounding like a mad woman i never felt so close to complete stranger!! Please carry on with what your doing because honestly you give hope and warmth to Mums and Dads who are about to start this wonderful but very scary journey. Thankyou x

[@hwd2733]

This mother is an angel. She is so patient and loving with him.

[@joannamushrow8982]

My son is 24yrs old now he was diagnosed with autism when he was 3 1/2yrs old. This is exactly how his speech developed, he now gives talks to the autistic community and those who work in that field. My son was only interested in electronic toys like like speak and spell... anything electronically interactive! Its lovely to see this.. it brought back many memories. xx

[@millennihell]

This story is almost exactly what we're going through with our autistic 4 year old. She's still non/pre-verbal, but she's so outgoing and expressive and she babbles and vocalises all the time, so we remain hopeful. This video was very helpful because (as you know) parents of neurodivergent children can feel very lonely and hopeless sometimes. You feel like everyone else is having 'normal' experiences with their children and you can't help but feel jealous. People say "Aw well, at least she has lovely parents, etc, etc"... But that feels like people don't know what to say, even if they're attempting to be comforting. It's a weird ride and we love our little girl very much who is always winning little victories every week. Even simple things like her sitting on the play mat at nursery waiting to have her name called for pick up is amazing.

[@ToldNotSold290]

My son Mathias was diagnosed with autism October of 2020 at the age of 3. Our son began coming out of his shell(verbally) when he heard the baby shark song. He wasn't saying the words but he verbalized the beat. This was the first time we ever heard him repeating or mimicking anything. He is now 3 and a half to be exact. He is now making new sounds every day. He recently started calling me mama and his father dada as well as no and stop. I joyfully cry during these victories. I've been following your channel for a year and celebrate Dexter's victories as well. Thanks for being brave enough to share your life with us. Sending love from Chicago Illinois

[@MissPixel22]

He's so sweet

[@deedee9312]

Bravo beauty! I’m an Slp and it’s huge! He’s so capable and you 🫵🏻🫵🏽are doing it!

[@diodoruscronus]

I have 2 family members with autism...i almost rekon its all these immunisations..they regressed after the jab

[@katarguello5572]

As a mother of an autistic kid with speech delays I also get that excited when a new word comes to play! I share your happiness.

[@jennarenee8038]

Hey there. Just wanted to comment and say thank you for these videos. My daughter turns 4 in September and is autistic. I don’t have a support system who understands and this channel really helps me. Your son is perfect! And doing so well. My daughter recently started to say words and sing. Thank you for the updates!

[@shaunalea823]

This is awesome, my son is 8 and was diagnosed at 3 1/2. When he was diagnosed he had about 10-15 words he now speaks in sentences, dont get me wrong we are still working on things but now its clear he will be completely verbal. It’s been a slow steady progress, you lil one will get there w a momma like you. Your boy is trying so hard its amazing. james is very smart but the verbal output is harder for him but he totally gets way more than i ever thought.

[@nicolethompson4627]

Your a wonderful patient mother! God bless you! Thank goodness for humans like you!

[@OurLANDingCrew8]

You look amazing!! Your dress, your hair. You’re just adorable ❤️ I’m so happy for Dexter and you!!!

[@onioncake384]

You are an awesome mom. My son had a brain tumor removed when he was 2 yrs 10 mo. Then we found out he has ASD, ADSD and intellectual disability 2 months ago. He is now almost 6 yrs old. He stressed me out all the time.

[@scoombs8282]

What a champion. He's doing so well

[@joynguta385]

I felt so happy when watching this. I have a child who has apraxia of speech and this is giving me a lot of hope. Omg I cried.

[@rosalvamartinez582]

New to your channel. You've given me hope and tips to help my grandson of 6. He has Autism. Thank you so much. God bless

[@smalliebiggs3836]

Great job Mama Bear my grandson is autistic and my daughter is working hard with him along with the professionals therapy really helps.

[@tonyaburkey2270]

That’s amazing! Your family is adorable. You have been such a wonderful inspiration for our family. So proud of Dexter. Great job.

[@shakrameriam5396]

I'm so overwhelmed watching this.. this gives so much hope.. thank you for sharing ❤️