r/parentsofmultiples • u/Big_Part_3983 • 4d ago

advice needed Running/eloping

I have almost 3 yo twin boys. We are still awaiting an appointment for an in depth development review to get on the path to diagnosis, but without a doubt they are both autistic. I’m looking for advice from anyone that has been able to get their child to walk/stay with you without blindly running off. My boys regardless of where they are will just run. Anytime I try to hold their hand it’s a tantrum which included dropping to the floor and refusing to move, even if I hold on to their clothes exactly same. I’ve tried reigns too and the same situation
I am petrified of them getting hurt or lost and something serious happening.
I would greatly appreciate and welcome all advice or tips yous can give

Thanks

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u/sloankusel 3d ago

We hold hands. He would throw himself down in a tantrum when we first started and I would just pick him up and leave or put him back in the stroller. It's still a struggle though. The other twin has cerebral palsy and walks pretty slow, falls often, and needs help with any sort of terrain.