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Wendy Colombo

Wendy Colombo, RN, CPN, is a pediatric nurse writer at Biology Insights covering childhood developmental health. A former behavioral therapist and pediatric inpatient nurse, she spent years in a developmental-behavioral clinic in Sarasota, Florida, triaging autism referrals and coordinating testing for families. Colombo continues to work per-diem shifts in outpatient pediatric care.

How Do I Know If My Child Has Autism?
Why Do Autistic Kids Bite: Causes and Solutions
What Are the Early Signs of Autism in Children?
How to Parent a Child with Autism: Practical Tips
Is My Son Autistic? Signs by Age and Next Steps
What Causes Mental Retardation? Genetics, Pregnancy & More
What Does Hand Flapping Look Like and When to Worry
How to Be Patient With an Autistic Child
What Are the Signs Your Toddler Is Not Autistic?
Do Toddlers With Autism Make Eye Contact?
Why Do Children Stim When They’re Excited?
Do Toddlers With Autism Sleep Well?
Do Autistic Toddlers Have Separation Anxiety?
How to Stop an Autistic Child From Chewing Clothes
Can a Baby Falling Cause Autism? What the Science Says
Do Autistic Babies Not Cry? Other Early Autism Signs
Are Autistic Toddlers Clingy? Understanding Attachment
Do Autistic Babies Like to Be Held?
Do Autistic Toddlers Run a Lot?
Do Autistic Toddlers Give Kisses?
Why Autistic Children Cry a Lot and How You Can Help
Is Gagging a Sign of Autism or Something Else?
What Is Level 2 Autism in Toddlers?
Why Does My Autistic Child Chew on Everything?
Do Children Grow Out of Autism?
How to Calm Down a Hyper Autistic Child
Do Babies With Autism Smile? Early Signs to Watch
Why Do Autistic Children Hum? Reasons and How to Help
Why Does My Autistic Child Cover His Ears?
Do Babies With Autism Cry a Lot? Early Signs & Patterns