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Info on Prenatal Care Appreciated!
Part of the blood test was to check for cystic fibrosis as well. ... I had an amniocentesis and a cystic fibrosis test (done through a blood test) with each ...
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- The best thing you can do is stop worrying! The more calm and assured you are, the better for you and your baby. If you chose to be tested for anything, remember tha...
- Hi S.! Congratulations for starts! How exciting for you!!! Are you at high risk? why do you need all the tests? Both my sister's had babyies at ages 38 thru 4...
- I think lowering your stress level should be first on your list of priorities. Only 38--you are still young! Make an appointment with a doctor or prenatal nurse so y...
High Calorie Diet and Carnation Instant Breakfast
I can't answer your question directly, but you might want to check how cystic fibrosis kids add extra calories to their diets. My cousin has it, ...
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- I have a foster son that, when he came to me at 12 months, was underweight. The doctor suggested mixing soy milk (he is lactose intolerate too) with Pediasure (it has...
- A., I had a similar problem with my daughter after I stopped nursing. I found that she was extremely gassey with cows milk and did not want to eat anything after d...
- Do you think she may be reacting to dairy in general and that's why she had the rash/fussiness and is having trouble gaining weight? If so, then maybe adding dried mil...
Donating "Too Much" to Charity...
Sep 29, 2009 ... For the past few years we have been participating and donating to the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation and one of the Cancer Foundations because ...
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- My thought is that if I'm going to give, I would rather give directly to the cause instead of through a fundraiser that may keep some of the money. I would explain to...
- The greatest lesson for children concerning money is responsibility. Teaching your son the appropriate way to give is just as important as the giving. I grew to resent...
- A few thoughts... If you son is compelled to give and he understands he won't get the money back, then let him. What a great lesson that our money isn't just meant t...
Help with Pneumonia
Just curious....has your son been tested for cystic fibrosis or any other chronic illness? It isn't normal for a child to get pneumonia this often. ...
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- S., Im sure that a shot is not the answer youre looking for, but have you talked to your pediatrician about the pneumonia vaccine? It works wonders!
- Hi S. - I'm so sorry you son has had to go through this. I know it's hard to get a 4 year old (or any age for that matter) to eat enough fruits, veggies and whole gra...
- Well, I agree w/the last post. Food allergies is a distinct possibility. You can have your pediatrician do a simple blood test to determine if he has allergies and how...
How to Teach a Child to Swallow a Pill or Capsule?
My son was diagnosed with Cystic Fibrosis at age 4 and he has to swallow pills every time he eats. We were told to have him practice with tic tacs. once ...
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- He is thinking too much about how to get the pill down. I'm sure hes swallowed meat or gum or candy larger than the pill. Getting him to relax will be hard. Before he ...
- Tell him it is no different than swalowing food - much smaller in fact. Then dip the pill/capsule in applesausce (so it doen't stick to his tongue), tel him to put it...
- I put the pill in the back of their throat and gave them a TABLESPOON of applesauce to swallow in one big gulp. When they got that all down to a science, I started wi...
Anyone Have a Toddler with Frequent Impacted Sinuses?
Have your son tested for cystic fibrosis. I am so sorry to hear he's had so many problems and is continuing to suffer. I have a 7 yr old niece with CF and ...
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- Push fluids. Water and clear fluids (juices) are best. Hydration is a key releaver sinus trouble. Also, be sure he knows how to BLOW his nose instead of SNIFF it up...
- HI A., Have your son tested for cystic fibrosis. I am so sorry to hear he's had so many problems and is continuing to suffer. I have a 7 yr old niece with CF and ...
- I would get him tested for allergies-food and other things. We have a great allergy Dr. that we would highly recommend. His name is Dr. Tanna and there is also Dr. ...
Small 2 Year Old That Won't Eat
Tell the mom to have her tested for Cystic Fibrosis. I know, sounds totally off the wall but after my 2 yo was diagnosed w/ it six months ago, ...
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- Yep, have them check his/her throat. My brother in law used to chew chew chew and turned out he had webbing in his esophagus that caused it to be difficult to swallow....
- Good Morning K., if they are still chewing they are getting what they need. Are they still drinking ok?. You might try some yogurts or jello, pudding in the low sugar....
- Have you tried soft foods like mashed potatoes, jello, pudding, soups, applesause, and/or PediSure???? Try freezing the PediSure and giving it to her like ice cream. ...
Any Moms Use Miralax?
My daughter has Cystic Fibrosis that affects her digestive system more than her lungs and it helps tremendously. If taken properly it doesn't give them the ...
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- Hi L., I am SO in your boat! My pediatrician recommended it for the same reason, so we have been using it for about a month. It works- thank god! It dissolves righ...
- My son who will be 3 in August is on this also for chronic constipation. It works very well and is much better for long term use than laxatives like milk of magnesia ...
- Hi L.: I had the same problem w/my 3 yr old girl. & we tried the Miralax. I didn't really like it. It gave Grace terrible stomach cramps. I ended up using a child...
My Child Is Underweight
He's been tested for cystic fibrosis, and the test was negative. ...... We went through all the same testing as your son, cystic fibrosis testing, ...
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- Always, follow your doctor's lead. But, just know, that there are a lot of kiddos out there just like your son. My daughter weighed 16 pounds at a year. She now wei...
- I would consider allergy testing. My son was underweight before he was born as well. They believe it was due to my BP medication. He was born early at just over 4 pou...
- Hi A. ~ I recommend that you see a colleague of mine... Dr. Jaime Francescangelli. She is a chiropractor that specializes in pediatrics. We are both chiropractors an...
Seeking Advice Regarding Daughter's (Potential??) Overeating
... thing from age 04yrs but also pooped about 10x per day and it was very greasysmelly He was finally tested and diagnosed with cystic fibrosis and now has ...
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- Hi C., Good for you with offering your daughter such healthy foods and that is so awesome that she likes them! I know you only mentioned a few food items, so I'm s...
- Hi C., You didn't mention what she is served for her regular meals. If you serve her something a bit heavier than yogurt; like maybe pancakes, french toast, eggs (...
- There are times when my almost 3 year old will eat for hours on end and others where she won't eat hardly anything. I try to keep a wide variety of "snacks" in the ho...
