Codie was born April 27,2006! As he grew we noticed he wasn't developing like other children his age! The first signs that we seen was when he was 6 months no eye contact! So as he got older we watched and when he was 3 years old I said something's wrong! He was nonverbal, walked on his tip toes and avoided eye contacted! So I made him an appointment to see his doctor! That's when she said " I believe he has autism!"! So we made an appointment to see a specialist! Our concers were confirmed he has autism! With us being uneducated we researched! Scared to death! As time went on we started therapies! He now is 7 years old! He still has trouble with eye contact, social issues and flaps! Walks on tip toes But he can talk! It's so nice to hear your child talk when you never thought it was possible! So with proper education and therapy he is learning and teaching us everyday! He still has texture and sensory issues! We are working on many new ideas we have found that works! As we grow we are learning nothing is normal! I wouldn't change anything in him! We made a lot of sacrifices but he's worth it! He has a sister who truly loves him! It can be frustrating at times but she understands! I still have to educate my family because they don't understand Autism! I will continue our journey along the way!

Stella Nutt
Oliver, PA