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Getting Your Child's Autism Diagnosis Part 1

 

So you know something's wrong and your child isn't meeting their developmental milestones. As a parent the whole process from discovery to diagnosis can be very overwhelming.


The main question that you will continue to ask yourself throughout this journey is "what is the next step?"


Being an Ausome mom, I don't claim to have all the solutions, but I can offer some guidance on how to find the answers you're looking for. It's important to note that I'm not a professional, and the steps involved may vary depending on the state.


The initial step for any Ausome Parent is to establish a relationship with a pediatrician who is knowledgeable, supportive, and trustworthy. While it may not be mandatory in certain states to have a referral from a pediatrician to enroll your child in E.I., having one can be beneficial for seeking support and advocacy for your child throughout the process. Involving your pediatrician can also expedite the initial evaluation process.


An experienced pediatrician can recognize the signs of a child with developmental delays and understands the importance of early intervention. A reliable pediatrician will always take the time to listen to a parent's concerns. Even if the pediatrician believes the child is doing well, they should still assist with the early intervention process if the parent is concerned.


It is essential to highlight that the pediatrician will handle all the initial paperwork for E.I. Parents do not need to do anything during the initial process. Additionally, the pediatrician will have a record of all your concerns in their notes from past visits, providing the E.I. coordinator with valuable insight into your child's issues.


After all the necessary paperwork has been submitted, a representative from E.I. (usually the coordinator) will get in touch with you to arrange a meeting to address your concerns. Following this meeting, you will schedule a home assessment with a team of Speech, Occupational, Developmental, and Physical therapists. They will assess and determine the services that your child is eligible for.



Come back to ausomeparentconnection.com for part 2!



 
 
 

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