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My son just called me mummy

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Merryoldgoat · 10/08/2023 20:33

He’s 5. He’s non verbal with Autism and has not shown any real inclination to talk.

This last 2/3 weeks he’s started ‘demanding’ food which is brilliant, but tiday he saw me and shouted ‘mummy!’.

I can’t believe it. I could cry ❤️

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Noicant · 10/08/2023 21:49

So many ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️ for you both.

mommybear1 · 10/08/2023 21:50

Oh how wonderful ❤️

mommatoone · 10/08/2023 21:50

This is just so lovely 😍 xxx

lifehappens12 · 10/08/2023 21:52

Wonderful!!!! It's such a great moment. My eldest has speech delay and he didn't get mummy till 3. Such a gift to hear it.

Just wait now - you will hear mummy all the time....

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Merryoldgoat · 10/08/2023 21:54

LetMeEnfoldYou · 10/08/2023 21:30

Can I make a suggestion? Write all of these little lovely moments down and date them, then on the 31st December sit with a glass of wine and read them all back. It's a brilliant way of remembering the best moments and a nice New Year tradition too.

I’m definitely going to do this ❤️

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Epidote · 10/08/2023 21:54

❤

BudgieBardot · 10/08/2023 21:57

I love this ❤️

GrandParentsOrDoctor · 10/08/2023 21:57

This made me smile! Lovely x

MILLYmo0se · 10/08/2023 21:59

Ah this is the best post! And a big yes to celebrating 'mummy day' every year!

Newestname002 · 10/08/2023 22:00

Merryoldgoat · 10/08/2023 20:33

He’s 5. He’s non verbal with Autism and has not shown any real inclination to talk.

This last 2/3 weeks he’s started ‘demanding’ food which is brilliant, but tiday he saw me and shouted ‘mummy!’.

I can’t believe it. I could cry ❤️

That's just WONDERFUL! 🌈

MrJollyLivesNextDoor · 10/08/2023 22:01

Love this! ❤️

WhereshallIwander · 10/08/2023 22:01

I nearly cried for you!

😍

Cnidarian · 10/08/2023 22:02

Oh @Merryoldgoat that's just wonderful

Oysterbabe · 10/08/2023 22:03

That's lovely OP ☺️

Today my 5 year old called me bro😑

Starlightstarbright2 · 10/08/2023 22:04

The best post on the site today . I am welling up reading it . What a memorable day 🥰

Bored1000 · 10/08/2023 22:04

Nearly cried when I read this, thrilled for the little fella and for you, this is huge progress and must be such a relief for you, hope his progress continues.x

Quantumphysicality · 10/08/2023 22:05

From another asd mum- I’m so very happy for you. A little tearful actually. it’s one of those things that is such a huge leap forward, with no increments. Yesterday he didn’t know how to call for you as Mummy. Today he does. What a wonderful day for you both.

M103 · 10/08/2023 22:05

Amazing ❤

Bejewel · 10/08/2023 22:05

Aw OP this is so lovely!

My autistic son was a late talker too. He was non verbal until 4 then called me "money" from the ages of 4-5 and has only now (age 5.5) started calling me "mummy"

Once upon a time we thought he'd never speak. Nowadays we pray for 5 minutes peace 😁

It started with single words, then demands for certain things, then echolalia / scripting and now I'd say he's 80% verbal (scripting still makes up about 20% of his speech but its always in context)

Well done to your little boy ❤️

Itsallthelittlethings · 10/08/2023 22:07

I am so delighted for you. What a lovely thing to happen.

SquigglePigs · 10/08/2023 22:07

That is so wonderful! So pleased for you and your son that you have found such a good school for his needs. Enjoy hearing "mummy"!

laalaaleelee · 10/08/2023 22:07

So heartwarming to read ❤️

ssd · 10/08/2023 22:07

Fantastic

immergeradeaus · 10/08/2023 22:10

What a wonderful thread. Congratulations to your little superstar ⭐️

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Merryoldgoat · 10/08/2023 22:13

Oysterbabe · 10/08/2023 22:03

That's lovely OP ☺️

Today my 5 year old called me bro😑

That’s brilliant 🤣

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