I have twins who are nearly 3.5 - both are autistic, non verbal, don’t understand words. DT2 has other disabilities as well. He is severely delayed across the board, doesn’t play with toys, constantly sensory seeking. He’s barely made any progress since he had a big skills regression nearly two years ago.
This weekend he’s been able to focus on play for a bit longer than usual. I was trying to get him to sign “more” yesterday while playing but he wasn’t really having it (DT1 has been signing more for about 8 months now, it’s the only sign he knows and uses it for everything).
He’s just finished his breadstick and run up to me with a big grin and signed more, clear as day! I can’t believe it. Now sobbing to myself and feeling hopeful about things.
Sorry - had to get that off my chest!