ASD concerns about 18 month old - next steps?

[LittleRedRobin10]

Hello everyone,

For several months now we've had concerns about our 18 month old DS. He's a lovely lively little boy but his eye contact isn't great, especially close up, and there's a few other niggles which are making us suspect there might be something. I've done the M-Chat and it's come back as low risk. However we've decided to go and see the HV and so I wondered if anyone has any advice on what to say to her at the appointment and how to get the best out of it. I'm in such a fret about it all and feeling so down with worrying :(

Thanks so much.

[MerdeAlor]

Keep a diary of all the things you notice and give it to her.

Try not to fret

[JsOtherHalf]

Can you go through the fact files on this link?

www.sompar.nhs.uk/our_services/childrenandyoungpeople/integrated_therapy_service/fact_files_its

[LittleRedRobin10]

Thank you everyone and thanks for your kind words. These files look great, so helpful, and a good idea about the diary too. I'll jot some things down before our visit so I don't get all flustered when I'm there.

I love him to bits and just want to make sure that we can give him the support that he needs. Will have to try not to fret too much!

Thanks

[glorycon]

how is ur baby now?