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Brittany Cartwright and Jax Taylor Share Son Cruz's Autism Diagnosis and Path Forward

The former couple revealed their 3-year-old son's diagnosis and their focus on early intervention therapies as they navigate co-parenting and personal growth.

Bravo stars Jax Taylor, Brittany Cartwright have shared son’s struggle for years. Now they have a diagnosis.
Cruz Cauchi, Jax Taylor and Brittany Cartwright attend the debut of Fantasy Lab Las Vegas' Midnight Dreams immersive experience at the Fashion Show mall on June 09, 2023 in Las Vegas, Nevada.

Overview

  • Brittany Cartwright disclosed that her son Cruz, 3, was diagnosed with autism in the fall of 2024 after experiencing speech regression near his second birthday.
  • Cruz is mostly nonverbal but occasionally speaks, with recent moments of progress giving hope to his parents.
  • Cartwright has implemented a robust early intervention program, including speech and occupational therapy, a therapeutic companion at preschool, and a sensory room at home.
  • Jax Taylor expressed his commitment to being a supportive father, emphasizing Cruz's well-being as his primary motivation for personal improvement and advocacy for autism awareness.
  • Cartwright has urged Taylor to become more involved in learning about Cruz's therapies to strengthen their co-parenting efforts and better support their son's development.