The First Signs of Autism I Noticed

What signs did you notice first and when?

Day 1- she hated to be swaddled. 

As time went on, was there a progression of symptoms that became more obvious?

She did not like to be touched.

How did your pediatrician and health team come to a diagnosis?

We didn't. Against all rules, her kindergarten teacher told us she guessed as much, but it being her first time teaching, her first class, and she could have lost her job for suggesting it, she did it anyhow. THANK GOD FOR HER! 

What advice would you give parents trying to recognize the signs?

Follow your gut. If your instincts tell you something is amiss, follow it.