Hi im a single mum of two gorgeous boys. My eldest was born with down syndrome then later diagnosed with cerebral palsy (hemiplegia) and since he was 3 i,m convinced he is on the autism spectrum. No doctor is prepared to take the leap and as they say labelling him yet another disability But have said he does not respond in the typical way to social circumstances. He cuddles me on his terms he has started signing eat, drink, and just recently ate the age of 6 years old developed pointing. But in day yo day communication he is lacking. Basically as long as his needs are met he takes himself way from social surroundings and sits in his room with tv on or tv off. Christmas was hrad we are all enjoying our day bit jack refuses to take part in any of it unless hungry then takes himself away agian. It breaks my heart. Ge is not hard work in a tantrum kind of way i suppose due to him not walking yet its physically draining, but really its the guilt of him not getting involved. How do i manage this guilt ive carried it round for 6 years and counting. Sorry to sound off. But would appreciate any replies
