DS not answering to name - 14 months old (Update post 68)

[smitty0705]

UPDATE

So this morning I called DS's pediatrician to get the number for EI and after going thru 3 different numbers (apparently EI has changed how to get a hold of them and no one had the right number) I finally got connected to EI and left our info on their answering machine. They called DH back a few minutes later got some more info and said they will be calling us in a couple days with our appointment.

That's great news. Good for you for calling!

 

[DopeyDame]

UPDATE

So this morning I called DS's pediatrician to get the number for EI and after going thru 3 different numbers (apparently EI has changed how to get a hold of them and no one had the right number) I finally got connected to EI and left our info on their answering machine. They called DH back a few minutes later got some more info and said they will be calling us in a couple days with our appointment.

Oops! Sorry - missed that before I posted. Anyway, great news! I hope everything works out wonderfully and proceeds smoothly.

 

[StuckInKS]

I don't understand why you are not getting services - it's a federal law.

http://nichcy.org/babies

We get services, but only until age 3. Once they hit 3, they switch them to school. The pp who I quoted in my reply said that they have to send them to school at age 4, which means they would get EI services through age 3, not just to age 3.

 

[StuckInKS]

UPDATE

So this morning I called DS's pediatrician to get the number for EI and after going thru 3 different numbers (apparently EI has changed how to get a hold of them and no one had the right number) I finally got connected to EI and left our info on their answering machine. They called DH back a few minutes later got some more info and said they will be calling us in a couple days with our appointment.

That's great. I hope everything works out for you.

 

[lucigo]

Kudos to you mom for making that very hard first step. Please keep us posted.

 

[juliebean]

UPDATE

So this morning I called DS's pediatrician to get the number for EI and after going thru 3 different numbers (apparently EI has changed how to get a hold of them and no one had the right number) I finally got connected to EI and left our info on their answering machine. They called DH back a few minutes later got some more info and said they will be calling us in a couple days with our appointment.

So glad you got connected, regardless of what they suggest, whether it's nothing or therapy, being proactive is always a good choice. Kudos!

 

[sbtrfly74]

I only read the first 2 pages of the thread and seems a lot are jumping to autism. I thought the same thing with my daughter though she had some other autistic qualities other than just not responding to her name. She didn't point to objects when asked and didn't have good eye contact. She started babbling words at 12 months and then stopped abruptly. I took her to a specialist and took 5 minutes to say def. not autism. Come to find out she had a lot of fluid on her ears that made it hard to hear, like she was hearing under water. You might want to look into an ENT (ear nose and throat) doctor and get a quick test for fluid on the ears an may need tubes.

 

[ArielRae]

UPDATE

DS had his in home assesment yesturday and they found he is deficent in his social abilitys (not answering to name, not making eye contact, etc..) and his fine motor skills which they said can go along with his social problem. So he qualifys for the program and they will be by in the next week or so to schedule him for his classes.

They recommend he get his hearing testing just as a procaution even tho they found no problems with his hearing. They also recommened he get tested by a child development doctor so they can do an even more indept test like ones for autism and others disorders. They told me this is a longer test and can be a two day thing. I'll ask for these when DS goes to his Pediatrican this month.

So just wanted to update eveyone that was following. I feel better that what I thought was correct and DS will get some instuction to help him.

 

[juliebean]

It's never a bad idea to check if you have a concern and so great that you were able to get this whole process started so quickly! As a parent and former teacher, I'm a big believer in early intervention and being your child's best advocate. You never expect these challenges when they put that new baby in your arms, but sometimes you do have them. I know plenty of children who have had early intervention and you'd never know it when you meet them as older kids. Hopefully you will see results quickly and find more answers for your concerns too.

Kudos to you for being proactive!

 

[MickeyHereWeCome!]

I'm so glad to hear you got things rolling!! Early intervention can make such a huge difference!! I'm sure you will see progress once the classes begin. I've been through this with two of my sons (both are on the spectrum, so much more severe), but it is amazing to look at them now. Those early years of home visits etc. made such a difference!

 

[MLC2002]

Thanks for the update.

I'm glad you're getting some answers... and some help. It will make a world of difference.

My oldest son has been diagnosed with PDD-NOS and my youngest with autism. Both have benefitted greatly from early intervention and early childhood programs. Stay positive. Both of my boys have come a long way and we have lots of hope!

 

[Nanu57v]

Its great you picked up on things so soon! The earlier intervention is started, the better the child reacts to the intervention! Keep us updated!

 

[thebeesknees]

So glad they were able to evaluate him so quickly and he is on his way to getting some intervention. I have several friends with children who have gotten HUGE benefits from the home intervention therapy, and from what I have heard, the earlier you can get started, the better. Good luck!

 

["Cinder" Ella's Mom]

I just felt compelled to respond to your post. I am So GLAD that you made that tough decision to call EI. My DS10 was almost 2 when our daycare noticed that he preferred to play alone, spun objects, etc. We were so scared about EI because we didn't know enough about it. One he was in we took full advantage. Whatever he qualified for, we took him to (Occupational Thereapy, Psychologist, speech therapy, behavioral therapy, vision therapy for odd visual stimming etc.) EI allowed us one free "Medical Evaluation" at a lcoal hospital who pronounced that he was not on the autism spectrum. We still continued his services, even privately until he was 6 or so. Today he is just like any other kid, except in gifted programs. I believe with 100% certainty that the early intervention saved my son and without it he would not be enjoying the full life he is now. I hope things go well for your son. You are doing exactly what he needs!