Hello lovelies sorry for the long post
hope you are all doing well . I am a FT mum to a wonderful DD of 16 months . The reason why I am seeking advice is that I am slightly worried about her milestones . I will try and make it as clear as possible. She started walking properly at 12 months and she currently has 25 understandable words under her belt . She is very good at imitating and following my point when I say “ look at something “ . She brings toys to me all the time and does pretend play ( feed Dollies , pretend cleaning , phone to her ear , stir the spoon in the cup etc ) . She always responds to her name . She is a very good sleeper and very affectionate. From a social point of view she is a bit shy but runs after other kids when she seems them , she smiles at strangers etc . She is a very good sleeper and napper . Now to the point of this post . She is 16 months but not a good pointer . She points at her body parts , points at dogs , things in books , but DOESN’T point to request . She reaches with both hands when she wants something or comes towards me . I am aware it might mean ASD but I don’t know what to do about it or how to help her . Both GP and health visitor are not concerned and advised me to wait until 20 months . Any advice on when your kids have started pointing or any similar experiences ?
things that worries me .
- she responds to her name when not engulfed in other things like running , or watching tv . Is that normal ?
- 2 ) not a great pointer
- 3 ) bit of toe walking
- she likes picking up small bits from the floor ( not constantly though)
- sometimes she stares at me and then look away .
- many many thanks to all who takes the time to reply