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Assessment for Learning Disabilities
In the past 9 years I have had to go through many student files looking for an IEP that was old enough to have a specific classification on it. ...
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- We took our first grader to Alexander Center in february and he was diagnosed with dyslexia. They are very good there, but booked out depending on what you need. Had...
- I just want to say GOOD JOB in doing this for your child! I have a learning disability and am thankful when my parents were active in trying to get help for me.
- Hi L., it's great you're checking around. In many states, there is an official form that you would need to fill out in order to begin the evaluation process. This sh...
Son Diagnosed with Early Onset Bipolar Disorder
He could qualify for special ed through either the classification of Emotionally Disturbed or Other Health Impairment. I am a special ed teacher. ...
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- You mentioned "rights" a couple of times . . . so - first of all your son has the right to his mom's love and attention and the best care that YOU can provide for him....
- J., First of all let me state that I am very sorry that you are having to struggle with his school. A medical diagnosis of BiPolar can be a frightening experience f...
- I can only imagine how frustrated you must be! My sister was diagnosed with bipolar when she was very young and we were all so lost. My mom now works for a group cal...
Having a Baby After 35?
I think the high-risk classification after age 35 is a bit overcautious. I do know that first-time pregnancies in the late 30's/early 40's tend to result in ...
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- I am a nurse and see healthy happy moms (35+) and babies all the time. I have heard it is a little harder on the body as you get older, but not enough to not have bab...
- I will be 40 in a month and had my first in jan of 04 and my second in november 04. every person is different with their physical fitness and pain threshhold etc. ev...
- Hi J.- I had my third child last year when I was 36. We too were nervous about having a baby after 35. I found it comforting that the doctor's took that into consid...
Needing Pros & Cons on "Adderall"
He was severe ADD; we have since had to hire a lawyer and fight the school district to get him special education classification because 504 did not ...
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- I do not have a child that has been on medication for ADHD, but have nieces and a nephew that take medications. I can honestly say that there is both good and bad rel...
- My brother was on Adderall when he was about that age. He hated it. He lost his appetite, felt different from the other kids (he had to take it at school everyday at...
- My son was diagnosed with ADHD about 4 years ago. He's now 10 and he's doing very well. The first prescription we put him on was Adderal. Although it did work, at 3...
Lead Paint
Asked by H.G. from New York
on November 9, 2008
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We are moving to a new house, and it's very old. Almost a guarantee of lead paint somewhere. We are getting an evaluation, but need some advice on this. Anyone here...
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- We lived in a house that tested for lead after my son's levels were sky high. We moved and he had to undergo treatment for 6 months. Nanc
- We went through this in our 100 year old house. I'd advise you to do whatever you can before moving in. Hire a certified lead inspector. They use a special "gun" to...
- Feed your child with more beef. I was told by a mom whose child ate lead paint and showed high level of mercury in the blood. The prescription drink tased awful that...
Have Any of You Taken BENADRYL While Being Pregnant???
Asked by G.M. from Phoenix
on March 9, 2009
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Hi Everyone! My OB/GYN doc said it was ok to take Benadryl in my second trimester because of my miserable sinuses. I trust that my doctor won't put me or my baby in ha...
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- G., I took Benadryl many times during pregnancy. I can't take decongestants due to a reaction and my only option when sick with a cold or allergies is an antihistimi...
- I didn't take Benadryl while pregnant, but I wanted to offer another suggestion based on my experience. During my second pregnancy, my OB suggested I try a "neti pot" ...
- I have bad allergies too. I have heard nasalcrom is safer than other meds...something about its FDA classification..but check it out for yourself if you are interested.
Struggle with Work & Family Balance
Asked by V.G. from Dallas
on October 12, 2009
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Okay ladies I need some help or advice my husband is laid off at this time and I am the primary bread winner right now. Since my hubby is unemployed he is currently st...
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- what does your husband do (vocationally)?
- To give perspective, I work part time & would love to work fulltime! I've worked full, part, and just at home. Even if we didn't need the money I'd still work. The gra...
- I feel for you. I have no answers - but do empathize with you. 3 days after our son was born, my husband was laid off. I went back to work last Monday and he is sta...
CPS Took My 8 Month Old That I Breast Feed
Asked by R.D. from San Francisco
on September 13, 2008
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I've been taking my daughter to different doctors about bruises on my daughter's face, ear and upper chest that don't look like normal bruises. They come and go and va...
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- I am so sorry about your situation. I have no formal advice. I'm sure this time is very stressful and painful for you - being accused and going through the county's re...
- i've heard of this syndrome...not so much the bruising but the tiny fractures throughout the body... i can't give you any more info, but i definitely have heard of a ...
- Make sure she gets medically tested. It could be this rare disease: Osteogenesis imperfecta (OI) is a genetic disorder characterized by bones that break easily, of...
Looking for Breeder
Asked by M.C. from Chicago
on March 8, 2008
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Hi,
I was just wondering, I'm looking for a goldendoodle breeder in the Illinois area.
It has to be a breeder that I can go to and see if they really do what they sa...
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- I would highly recommend Naperdoodles in Naperville, IL. Tasha is a wonderful inhome breeder of miniature labradoodles and goldendoodles. I have been to her home and ...
- M.: I would think twice or more about getting a "goldendoodle" whether from a "breeder" or not. I'm not sure what you think they "do"??? But, there are so many u...
- I know it's tempting to try to find the "perfect" dog, but have you looked at local shelters for a puppy? It's a shame to breed new dogs when so many are put to sleep...
Depression While Pregnant?
Asked by K.R. from Chicago
on April 2, 2008
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I am pregnant with my second child and I have been very depressed lately (i think). My son is 8 months old and my second child is due in September. When I was pregnant...
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- Hi K., Congrats on your new pregnancy. Your depression may stem from another source. Maybe your current situation, having a 8 mos. yr. old has overwhelmed you. B...
- I am going to go out on a limb here, but have you asked "God" to take away this depression from you, this is the only person who can really help with this type of prob...
- depression gets worse if left untreated... lots of insurance companies have mental health hotlines. getting sleep is primordial. get the help you need to get your sl...
