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Hi- My name is Andi Putt and I am a pediatric speech language pathologist, autism evaluation specialist, & disabilities advocate.
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04/10/2026

🧠 Want an engaging way to talk to kids about Autism?

Join us as we journey through 3 brain stations:
👂 Sound & Sensory
😵‍💫 The Downstairs Brain & Dysregulation
💕 Connection: Emotions & Friendship

We hope you love it as much as we do!

Apple link but on all major podcasts❤️ ⤵️
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/culture-kids/id1649055929

04/10/2026

👋🏼 Hi, it’s me Andi, spending hours creating this nuanced post that nobody will read (well nobody that says “all kids do that at least 😂)

Autism is a *Pattern of Differences* in social communication, interests, routines, play, and sensory processing. And almost all of these traits are typical - to a point. The problem is, it’s not a line in the sand or a clear cut definition between when something is typical and when it becomes atypical.

For example, I can’t say: flapping one’s arms is typical until 6 months of age, if one only flaps less than 2 times per week, at a speed of less than 15mph, that lasts less than 2 seconds, for the emotions only of extreme excitement, and so on. Because that’s not how humans work! Everything is nuanced. Autism traits can be subtle. And then can be typical for some kids at certain ages but be atypical for other kids of the same age due to quality.

But- with that said, let’s break down some common autism traits and talk about when they might be typical or expected, and when we should look into autism. Also want to highlight that autistic kids can do typical things and typical or non-autistic kids can do autistic things. We are looking for *Patterns*

Have a comment or question? Let’s chat ⤵️

04/09/2026

Comment your current favorite interest/thing below and download this FREE handout https://www.mrsspeechiep.com/product-page/neurodiversity-in-the-classroom-poster

04/08/2026

If I had to pick just a few things I think everyone should know

04/06/2026

Autism is a pattern of differences in 3 key areas: language use, socialization, and interests & routines. What people tend to not realize is the wide range of traits that can fall into each area, leaving many Autistic kids undiagnosed and unsupported.

Let’s break these down:
1. Language use:
•Sing-song voice

2. Socialization:
•Practices play/interactions in advance
• Overshares personal info

3. Interest & Routines:
• Setting up/organizing play
• Hand/body posturing
• Strong memory for small details
• Visual inspection
• Teaches self academic concepts
•Sensitive to tags/clothing
•Body rocking
•Perfectionism

04/02/2026

Comment your favorite snack/treat below (just for fun 😂🍫) and I’ll send you the link!

I’ve been so overwhelmed the past few months, I didn’t make a new freebie, so be sure to check back as I’ll put putting previous handouts out every week or so!

04/02/2026

Autism can look MANY different ways- sometimes it’s obvious to a casual observer, but a lot of times it’s not. Especially when people only know stereotypical traits.

04/01/2026

We should 💯% be talking to kids about Autism- and I’ve got 5 simple steps to help you have this convo in a positive way!

If you’re looking for more in depth info on this topic, I’ve got two great products, Understanding Autism Together (for autistic kids) and Talking to Kids about Autism (for non-autistic kids) on my website: www.mrsspeechiep.com/shop-all

04/01/2026

Comment Autism for this FREE download!

April is Autism awareness month, and while most people are aware of the word Autism, and are even familiar with the more extreme stereotypes, Autism is still greatly misunderstood.

Autism is NOT 1-2 traits, but rather a pattern of differences in 3 key areas: Language (pink), social (yellow), and interests, routines, and sensory processing (blue). To meet criteria, a person would have differences in all three colors (this is a non-exhaustive list, just common examples in these areas)- but because differences are often subtle, I recommend evaluations for people who have differences in 2+ areas.

In my experience, parents (& often professionals) tend to notice language + sensory differences- and “miss” the social differences- usually because people think autism means socially avoidant (it doesn’t! You can be Autistic + social!).

If you are new here, stick around for Autism info that may surprise you!

03/30/2026

🌈♾️April is almost here- but did you know Autism Awareness Month can be super overwhelming to many Autistic people?

It’s true- and usually because their voices are often bulldozed over extra EXTRA this month. For me specifically, it’s super frustrating to see misinformation being spread faster and with farther reach than actual factual info.

Here are some tips to celebrating this month in a manner inclusive of the community:

✅ SHARE information about Autism and acceptance from an affirming and respectful standpoint
✅ Promote content and products created by Autistic people ✅ Consider intersectionality and don’t forget to include POC, and people with high support needs
✅ Be intentional in what you wear or what you share
✅ And while personal preference is key, keep in mind that many Autistic people do NOT support:
❌Abelism, cures (treatment of medical conditions and symptoms is GOOD), negative representations of Autism
❌ Autism Speaks, light it up blue, the puzzle piece
❌ Compliance based interventions

As always, individual identity and preference matters. Any autistic person can choose to celebrate (or not) in whatever way feels natural to them.

If there’s something I forgot, add it in the comments ⤵️

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Mrs Speechie P is a blog designed to share information about speech and language development to parents of children with delays and/or disabilities, Speech Language Pathologists, and Educators. I have a passion for early intervention and parent education/involvement in intervention.

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