Question
My baby just turned one, and he doesn’t speak yet, only calls out “Dad” and “Mom” without intention, and has just started to walk, being very active and not willing to stop. I’m worried about the possibility of delayed intellectual development or an autism tendency.
Answer
At one year old, a baby should start to call out “Dad” and “Mom” with intention and be able to express needs. If your baby has not yet reached these developmental milestones and lacks eye contact, it is recommended that you take your child to a pediatrician for an assessment to confirm if there are any issues with delayed intellectual development or other developmental concerns.