Question re autism/teeth grinding

[christy]

My DD1 who is on the spectrum didn't start flapping until she was 4 1/2! She did do finger flicking though but that only started around 13-14 months.

I think if you are aware of the "signposts" for ASD, you may pick some up and get concerned, if by 2 she hasn't reached some milestones, or has issues with speech it maybe a good idea to get her checked out by a behavioural paediatrician or a speech therapist jic. Up until then, just keep an eye on her and trust your instincts!

[~Gee_Whizzy~]

Thanks Christy - my best friend's son is on the spectrum so i guess i am a bit more inclined to read up on things which what got me worried about the hand flapping/grinding teeth thing. I will def be keeping an eye on her and her development in the coming the years

many thanks for your help