tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7215479305770760888.post9101246797299504228..comments2023-10-12T08:53:44.870-04:00Comments on Madame Queen: I Just KnowMadame Queenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05879021662076403965noreply@blogger.comBlogger6125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7215479305770760888.post-57993026083013253992010-05-06T11:38:13.351-04:002010-05-06T11:38:13.351-04:00It sounds like you made an informed decision based...It sounds like you made an informed decision based on changes that you've seen and feedback you've gotten from her teachers, and that's the best that you can do. I really think that there is something to be said about a mother's gut instinct, too. And, in the future, if you want to revisit this issue, there's no reason that you can't. Punkin is a fabulous little lady and I can't wait to see what happens with her next!Unknownhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16212526267722423764noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7215479305770760888.post-57456452321791160582010-05-06T10:29:39.709-04:002010-05-06T10:29:39.709-04:00Only you know what's right for your baby. Only...Only you know what's right for your baby. Only you are qualified to make these heavy decisions.<br /><br />It's hard for others because we tend to think in terms of what we would do, not in terms of what each person would do in their own very unique situation. Personally, I would have had the evaluation, but I tend to lean towards overdoing things like this because I worry that if I don't then maybe I was jading myself into thinking there was nothing going on, so I want someone else to assure me that everything is fine and on the other hand, if something, anything needs to be done, then I have a professional ready to show me the way.Aunt Crazyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14797824011406383879noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7215479305770760888.post-6843991550481998582010-05-05T15:47:55.480-04:002010-05-05T15:47:55.480-04:00Ditto Cass and Katie. :-)
We went through somethi...Ditto Cass and Katie. :-)<br /><br />We went through something altogether different (but kinda the same) with Alexis. One doctor heard a heart murmur when she was 3 weeks old, but then another doctor didn't hear it. We were all pretty sure it was probably nothing and just the result of the high fever she was rocking. But, we still took her for a full evaluation just in case. It was nice to hear from someone who was 100% focused on that particular issue that it really was nothing to worry about. If it had been something to worry about, finding out the hard way years later would have been absolutely awful for me and for Alexis. It may have been a waste of money and resources, but that peace of mind is priceless.<br /><br />BUT, you have to do what makes you comfortable. That's what it comes down to.Burgh Babyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09123901504643963583noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7215479305770760888.post-44562917595300233282010-05-05T12:23:44.666-04:002010-05-05T12:23:44.666-04:00I've been crazy busy for a few days and came b...I've been crazy busy for a few days and came back to find a missed a weighty post - sorry!<br /><br />I think I would have taken the appointment just because I would have been curious. There's a good chance the doctor would have said, "Nah, you have nothing to worry about" when all was said and done - and then you wouldn't have to wonder if anything else ever did come up. And if they did find something - it's just information, it doesn't mean you have to do anything with it.<br /><br />BUT, that is what *I* would have done. *YOU* are Punkin's mama and I think that you absolutely did the right thing for your family because you are the one who is there and you know her and the situation better than anyone.<br /><br />So I think you did the right thing and I LOVE the point you made at the end - some other mama out there is thank goodness-ing that an appointment opened up!Unknownhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10524423173736394766noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7215479305770760888.post-83335998417813869472010-05-05T10:26:32.355-04:002010-05-05T10:26:32.355-04:00This is a sensitive topic. I want to share with y...This is a sensitive topic. I want to share with you the perspective of a friend of mine. He had trouble learning, he was always introverted, lashed out with behavioral problems. His family wouldn't have him evaluated - they didn't want to deal with the stigma on them. And they didn't want to label him because THEY had issues with that based on a family member that was labelled and then put away. <br /><br />When he was 13 he finally sought help. It was determined that he had a learning disorder - his misunderstanding as a child led him to think that he was stupid, that led to problem behavior, it was why he didn't reach out to others because he was afraid they'd figure out that he wasn't smart. <br /><br />In short. It hurt him. It took him a really long time to move past all of this. <br /><br />So, while I can understand you're assessment that a doctor that hasn't spent any TRUE time with Punkin - couldn't be able to identify a diagnosis (if there is one) but I would ask why not take advantage of a health professional that would be willing to take the time...because maybe you'll get confirmation that you're right. Or maybe you'll get an opportunity to steer the course a bit and be more equipped to help her. <br /><br />As a friend I support you in your decisions as a parent and respect that YOU will always know and do best for your child. So please don't take this as a judgement in any way because its not - but it is another perspective.Cass. Just Curioushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10742141934876292994noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7215479305770760888.post-31844734891140875542010-05-04T16:01:06.771-04:002010-05-04T16:01:06.771-04:00I think Punkin's pre-k teacher & curriculu...I think Punkin's pre-k teacher & curriculum program have helped tremendously too. She's an adorable little girl, except sometimes for pictures. :-)xxxxxxxxxxxxxxhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06632212791878686984noreply@blogger.com