12/01/2025
Yes yes yes
It never hurts to get a little help earlier!
This is why we offer free development screenings and free phone consultations.
Another day, another family telling me their doctor told them to wait and see 😭😭😭 AND this one was a 17 month old boy with signs of autism AND an Autistic sibling. And the doctor said wait until *3 years old* to get evaluated for speech 😡🤬
Whyyyyyyyy make this child wait for support for a year and a half?!? Nope nope nope.
If someone tells you to wait and see- please 1) see a specialist, and 2) if a specialist tells you this and you aren’t comfortable with it, get another opinion!
Note: I recognize many people are on long waiting lists and seeing messages like this are confusing and overwhelming. I see you. This post is aimed towards providers, and also families who could have access to support, or need access to waitlists. It’s also true that when parents are told to “wait” they may not take a delay seriously and not seek support via social media or parent education during this waiting period either. Therpay isn’t the only option and there is LOTS parents can learn free online! ❤️❤️❤️
