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Seeking Help for My Children with Attention Disorders
Asked by E.S. from Los Angeles
on September 21, 2007
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My two children have ADD and I am looking for alternative ways to help my kids succeed in school and on tests rather than using drugs. We live near Tarzana and Austin ...
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- I don't know how old your children are, but my 11-year-old has ADHD issues. I give him Junior Strength Fish Oil supplements as well as a chewable supplement called At...
- Hi E.: If you live in the Pasadena area, try getiign your child tested through the Pasadena Unified School system for special services. If you belong to a different s...
- I don't know if Alma Family Services is in your area (http://www.almafamilyservices.org/home.asp) or you can also try Pacific Clinics (http://www.pacificclinics.org/)....
How to Slowly Wean Myself from the PPD Drug, Lexapro?
Asked by Z.Z. from Dallas
on December 15, 2008
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Hello Ladies,
I am currently taking 10 mg. of Lexapro (once daily) for my post partum and have had good success with it. I've been on it since April, 08. We are t...
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- I was on Lexapro for over 5 years before I got pregnant for anxiety attacks. As soon as we started trying to get pregnant I decided to go off it and I decreased my do...
- My sister-in-law and mother-in-law were both on Lexapro and weaned themselves off. My sister-in-law did it successfully via her doctor's help. My mother-in-law tried...
- I did not use Lexapro, but Zoloft for PPD. When I was ready to get off it, I started by shaving a little off every week with a nail file or fingernail clippers. If I...
My 8Yr Old I Believe Is ADD and Need Some Help
Asked by J.B. from Dallas
on April 20, 2009
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Hi,
My 8yr old has tourette's, which can cause other disorders such as OCD and ADD/ADHD. My son is showing what I think to be ADD he has a really hard time focusin...
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- I took my kids to LaRue Eppler, who is trained in something called OneBrain. It helps by reconnecting the synapses and connections between the hemispheres. When my 14 ...
- www.blockcenter.com - website has lots of info, the doctor is great and has written a fantastic book that parents can use step by step to figure out the root of their ...
- hi, J.. my son who is now almost 14,has add, and also border line autistic tendencies. i know just how you feel. i do not so much have advice as i do support for you....
Prayers for Son
Asked by K.R. from Dallas
on August 16, 2009
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Mamma's,
There is no category for this. I love this site because people are so encouraging. So, I have a need. My son, who was involved with pot last year, has s...
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- You are doing the right thing. My heart and my prayers go out to you and your son. This is a long link, but I do believe this can help you be at peace, along with y...
- Dear K., Many prayers for you and your strength and for your son's safety. You are doing the right thing and I commend you for being wise enough to do what you're d...
- I would strongly recommend that you recieve counseling to help YOU through this difficult time. Perhaps a professional would also be able to offer you guidance regard...
Gentian Violet Experience?
Asked by A.K. from Los Angeles
on August 15, 2009
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I came down with thrush soon after I started breastfeeding (almost 6 months ago). I tried all kinds of non-medication treatments in conjunction with each other (grapef...
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- Go for it - it is not a big deal ,looks funny for a few hours at most - it does stain clothes though. Also, ask your doc for Vusion cream if your baby has a rash - it...
- My dd and I battled thrush through 2 doses of Diflucan to no avail. My cousin recommended something called Jarro-dophilus and after a week it was gone! We fought it ...
- I can totally relate! After my first baby, I my nipples were cracked and bleeding and I developed a breast ductal yeast infection. I also had shooting pains in my brea...
Seeking Risperdal Information from Experienced Parents
Asked by M.H. from Chicago
on October 5, 2008
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Does anyone have any information on the pros and cons of the drug Risperdal for children? My doctor is suggesting to try this drug for anxiety/aggitation issues if zo...
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- I would suggest taking a serious look at diet and nutrition as ways to help manage things. There are many changes that can be made, as well as safe and natural supplem...
- M. - seems odd to me that the doc is going from an antidepressant to a drug usually used for Autism and/or Bipolar. Has the diagnosis changed? If Bipolar is suspecte...
- Being someone who works in the mental health field, I would strongly suggest you have your pediatrician or other professional you trust recommend a psychiatrist specia...
Help for Stomach Flu
Asked by L.O. from Detroit
on October 27, 2008
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My son was sick last week. He had 2 episodes of vomiting one day and since then has not been eating wel.
My daughter woke up at 130 last night and has been vomiting e...
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- I always keep gingerale in the house during flu season. It soothes the tummy and puts back fluids. If the carbonation bothers them, my doctor would recommend letting...
- Try some plain crackers, like Zwiebach. My mom always gave us a little bit of vernors or coke-a-cola. I remember thinking it was the best medicine ever!
- I let it run it's course. Unfortunately you almost have to. Be sure to have plenty of fluids on hand. Sugar does help to ease the nausea for me personally. But you...
Drug Free Birth Control Recommendations?
Asked by M.O. from Chicago
on July 1, 2008
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Of course I'm going to talk with my doctor, but I'd like some input on what you've used that has been successful - no pregnancies, not ruining "the mood", easy to use,...
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- Check out this option. click the link below to check it out. http://www.mirena-us.com/index.jsp What is Mirena®? Imagine having hassle-free birth control for ...
- Are your periods typically regular? You could try the calendar/rhythm method. It's super easy to understand - determine when you ovulate (typically day 14), then don...
- I know this is a really old post and you have probably moved on but I saw this as I was searching through some responses for other questions. My sister-in-law is tryi...
How to Encourage Sleep in a 9 Month Old (Benedryl Doesn't Work) on a Car Trip
Asked by B.F. from Denver
on July 30, 2009
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We are going on a 16 hour road trip with our 9 month old son. Our doctor told us to give him Benedryl one time when he had an ear infection and had to fly and it didn...
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- Try to schedule your travel time around his sleep schedule. Travel when he usually naps/sleeps. Play soothing music on the radio. Give him a bottle of milk. Feed him...
- Um, I don't think that the baby is supposed to have Benedryl until they are four. I wanted to give my three year old some of that to see if it would clear up his exze...
- melatonin - you can buy it at whole food, vitamin cottage - recommended by my pediatrian - has worked absolute wonders!!!! my 3 yo get one mg vial & my 5 yo boys ge...
Kristalose Reviews
Asked by A.S. from Birmingham
on July 27, 2009
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I was just recently diagnosed with IBS+C. My dr put me on Kristalose (aka Lactulose). I take one packet every night at bedtime with 4 oz water. I am just wondering if ...
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- Hi, A., Sorry to hear what you're going through! Just wanting to make sure, did the doctor go through *complete* dairy elimination with you first to make sure yo...
- I have taken it, it helped alot. Ummm, time in the bathroom was "a little more pleasent" than before, if you know what I mean. At first I didn't notice a difference. ...
- Hi A., My daughter was on lactulose from about 4 months till just over a year. She has an anteriour(sp) anes(SP). Pretty much her tubing is too long causing addit...
