Shy and not talking
Hi my son is 21 months old. He is very smart, responds to name, points, conveys his message very well. However, he is not talking. Rarely says any words. He has had ear infections in the past but responds when I say “get your shoes”, “point to the...”. So I know he hears me. He is very slow to warm up to strangers but runs to grandparents etc. I often take him to play dates and he does well with children. He knows a handful of signs and uses them appropriately. I have had two pediatricians tell me he isn’t autistic, and early intervention as well. They start services soon with him. I’m very concerned. I haven't slept or ate a decent meal in months.. full of fear. Any thoughts?
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My daughter is 21 months and only says dada, doesn't sign because she won't copy anything and doesn't point either. I know exactly how you're feeling though, I've not slept right or eaten right for months because I'm worried.
Maybe your son is just lacking in confidence, you could also get his ears checked just to be sure he doesn't have glue ear or something.
I do think it sounds unlikely to be ASD though, I heard boys sometime talk later although I'm not sure if that's just a myth.
Not all toddlers are talking by 21 months and some are just shy. My own boy was 2 before he started saying more than "no"! He's nearly 3 now, and doesn't stop talking. But I obviously can't say if your son may or may not be autustic, or if there is something else going on.
It sounds like you are very concerned. Is there something else making you worry?
It might help you if you spoke to the pediatricians who said there was nothing to worry about, and ask them why they said this. It might put your mind at ease.
If you are still concerned, I don't know who is the best person to speak to. Hopefully someone on here can tell you. If you are worried, you are right to get advice. X
Your boy sounds very bright, from what you've written. I have a 2 month old and I'm trying to sign with him. I meant to do it with my other boy, but never remembered! Must come in handy if they can tell you they want milk, etc. Can you recommend anyany g websites for baby signs?