Infant+and+Toddler+Resources

**Infant & Toddler Resources** On this page you will find a number of resources for parents, families, professionals and teachers regarding autism in infants and toddlers. The resources include a video, books and articles addressing the development of infants and toddlers who may have autism. The resources also have information about early detection, signs to look for and advice to parents on what steps to take next.

//Learn the signs. Act Early.// [|www.cdc.gov/ncbddd/actearly/index.html] - This is a __government__ website that has information about what to do as a parent if you are concerned about your child's development. It also talks about what milestones children should reach by certain ages.
 * CDC - Center for disease control and prevention**

[|www.firstsigns.org] - This website has information about screening, diagnosis and treatment, and what you should do if you have concerns about your child. It also gives information about where to go to get further help and advice. This website also lists many other resources that parents could use as welll, such as books to read.
 * First Signs**

//A parents guide to the first signs and next steps// [] [|www.firstsigns.org/resources/reviews.htm] - This book is for parents who are worried about their child's development. It provides vital information for parents so they can recognize the "red flags" of developmental delays. Most importantly, the author emphasizes the need to look for early warning signs.
 * Could it be Autism?**

[|www.autismweb.com] - This is a website that is run by parents. It mentions warning signs, and the different types of autism on the spectrum, such as PDD and Asbergers, as well as many others. The parents have a section of different teaching methods that include: Sensory Integration Therapy and Relationship Development Intervention. An awesome feature on this website allows you, as a parent, to join a forum were you can talk to other parents who have "been there".
 * Autism Web - A parents guide to Autism Spectrum Disorders**

//The different Shades of Autism// [|www.aheadwithautism.com] - This is an award winning video that talks about how Autism is just a world and how you sometimes can not tell that a child has autism just by looking at them. It is a brief introduction directed towards parents and professionals. The video "describes impairments that typically affect children with Autism". It also offers valuable techniques for how to help children who may have Autism. The video was produced by a charitable foundation.
 * Ahead with Autism**

[|www.autism-society.org] - This is a site that has a lot of information about symptoms (in young children), diagnosis, causes and much more. It is a small resources but has very valuable information. On the site, it allows you to view information from different perspectives, such as, as a family member, as a person with the disability, as a professional or as an advocate.
 * Autism Society of America**