I am a little worried about Ds, and I was hoping that Mumsnet might be able to give me some advice. Ds is almost 3. He has some problems with speech development, but it putting together 4-5 word sentences, and 2-3 related sentences. He points at things that interest him, and shouts look! His gross motor skills are fine, he runs, jumps, kicks a ball and climbs very well. He is not interested in colouring, but can hold a pen and scribble. He taks part in imaginative play, but likes to play alone. He is very, very affectionate, and loves to hug, cuddle and be kissed, and he makes excellent eye contact. So far so good. However, he has mild obsessions about trains, cars and planes (these seem to be getting better), eats his food in order, has a massive tantrum in the shoe shop or having his hair cut, sometimes finds it difficult to take part in activities at nursery, doesn't like change (but will go along with it), and likes a routine.
His nursery has flagged up the language problems as a possible reason for his frustration and tantrums, and we are working on them, with some success. However, I am worried that there might be something else that is a problemie the milder side of aspergers. I am on my own at the moment, and all my worries get blown up, out of proportion. I'd be greatful for any feedback
Thanks