Understanding Autism

Could your baby or child have autism?

This week on The Expert Guide to Parenthood we are talking about Autism – what it is, how it is diagnosed and treated and what it means to be on the spectrum.

We welcome back our Paediatrician Dr Lexi Frydenberg to talk about this topic and to help you understand some of the signs to look out for if you suspect your child may have autism.
We discuss:

- What autism is in simple terms 

- What the autism spectrum means

- Autism signs and symptoms to look out for in your baby or child

- How milestones may deviate if your child has autism

- What the process is if a parent suspects that their baby, toddler or child may have autism

- What the process of being diagnosed autistic entails

- Once your child has been diagnosed as autistic what treatment and support options are available

- How can autism affect a baby/toddler or child’s life?

- Autism can feel overwhelming for many parents. Dr Lexi shares her advice for parents as to how to navigate the emotional and practical aspects of raising a child with autism.

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