The summer has gone by with the blink of an eye and I can hardly believe the beginning of school is already here. We didn't go many places this summer, but managed to get a trip in to visit my husband's family and a friend of mine that both live in the same city. Our friend has just recently moved into a new home and it was great to spend time with her and her two children that are similar in age to Mr C and Little A.
There was only one incident that left me feeling a bit mortified over the weekend. My friend and I took Mr C and her children to a local science museum, while my in-laws took care of Little A for the day. Upon returning, Mr C immediately ran into the backyard to play on the jungle gym set up in her neighbor's yard that it seems her neighbor has no problem sharing. I ran over to my in-laws to pick up Little A leaving Mr C in the care of my friend.
As she went inside to get the others situated she peeked out the back window to check on Mr C, but couldn't seem to locate his whereabouts at the time. Frantically, she ran outside calling his name. Shortly after she found him squatting on their neighbors patio behind a bush ready to take care of business. "What are you doing?" she exclaimed. "I have to go potty." he said. "You need to use the toilet inside, not the neighbor's patio." she said. "Oh, okay." he said.
As she told me the story when I returned, I couldn't help, but laugh. That was until I realized that her neighbors were likely home at the time with a car in the driveway and a light shining from the kitchen. Did they see?!? Not sure what I would do if I saw some stranger child crouching on my patio. I suppose I might go out and interrupt, but then again it could be an awkward situation. Luckily, a light hearted conversation with the neighbor mom later in the evening revealed they were unaware of what had taken place. Whew!!!
I guess we need to work on toilet training a little bit harder in unfamiliar territories. "Yes, honey. We use a toilet no matter where we are! If you don't know where it is, then ask!"
Tuesday, August 23, 2011
Tuesday, July 5, 2011
The Song Singers
It looks like Mr C finally has a friend! Of course he has made friends in school and daycare, but this friend is one he can finally really hangout with outside of school and daycare. This friend was on the T-Ball team with him this year, which recently ended and will be in his preschool class in the fall.
His parents had all of us over the other day for dinner and it was very nice to spend time with adults and for Mr C to have someone to play with during that time. Watching them interact is so fun! At one point his friend came running into the living room saying "Announcing the 'Song Singers'!"
Mr C proceeded to follow him into the living room and the two began singing a song that his friend had learned at Bible camp the week before. "Jump, Shout, Give a high five, Jesus is alive!" They continued singing this while dancing, jumping and giving eachother a high five. It was about the most adorable thing ever!
I only hope Mr C learns, remembers and shares similar songs when he goes to Vacation Bible School at the end of July!
His parents had all of us over the other day for dinner and it was very nice to spend time with adults and for Mr C to have someone to play with during that time. Watching them interact is so fun! At one point his friend came running into the living room saying "Announcing the 'Song Singers'!"
Mr C proceeded to follow him into the living room and the two began singing a song that his friend had learned at Bible camp the week before. "Jump, Shout, Give a high five, Jesus is alive!" They continued singing this while dancing, jumping and giving eachother a high five. It was about the most adorable thing ever!
I only hope Mr C learns, remembers and shares similar songs when he goes to Vacation Bible School at the end of July!
Fourth of July!
Well, this year was probably one of the best fourth of July's we have had. I think because Mr C is getting big enough to really appreciate the fun. We spent the day at our local country club swimming in the pool, eating great food and jumping on the fun children's blowup toys.
This year Mr C had a friend to hang out with, which was great for us. We didn't feel as pressured with Little A to play with him every minute we were there. Although he enjoyed our front row seats for the fireworks, his sensory issues related to hearing seemed to really bother him. We had to get ear plugs for him to wear and he still covered his ears with his hands.
Recently, I have been doing a photo contest for kids on my website and I really had to smile when the most recent submission was a picture of a boy with his hands covering his ears at the fireworks. Just like Mr C.
Little A was another story. He fussed a bit at first and I attempted to cover his ears with my hands, but by the middle of the show he was sprawled out in my lap with his hands behind his head watching the fireworks in a very relaxed manner. Surprisingly too, since he had woken up from his nap around 3:15 and hadn't fallen back asleep yet at 10 p.m that night. Too much action going on! I did try, but how do you compete with all the fun things to look at.
Anyways, Hope everyone had a great fourth!!
This year Mr C had a friend to hang out with, which was great for us. We didn't feel as pressured with Little A to play with him every minute we were there. Although he enjoyed our front row seats for the fireworks, his sensory issues related to hearing seemed to really bother him. We had to get ear plugs for him to wear and he still covered his ears with his hands.
Recently, I have been doing a photo contest for kids on my website and I really had to smile when the most recent submission was a picture of a boy with his hands covering his ears at the fireworks. Just like Mr C.
Little A was another story. He fussed a bit at first and I attempted to cover his ears with my hands, but by the middle of the show he was sprawled out in my lap with his hands behind his head watching the fireworks in a very relaxed manner. Surprisingly too, since he had woken up from his nap around 3:15 and hadn't fallen back asleep yet at 10 p.m that night. Too much action going on! I did try, but how do you compete with all the fun things to look at.
Anyways, Hope everyone had a great fourth!!
Spring Highlights
Has it really been March since my last post? Where has the time gone? Life sure is busier with two. I can't believe Little A is about to be 6 months old already. CRAZY!?!? Well, we have been living in the fast lane over the past few months. Returning to work was a transition for me, but we have found a great sitter to watch Little A, so I feel better about the 1-2 days a week I have to spend away from him.
I love that part of my job involves working on my website the Child Behavior Guide because I can easily do so in my spare time while at home with the kiddos. Mr C has certainly been keeping us entertained lately. Some of my favorites...
"Mom, what is poop made of?"
Me - "What are you doing?" (He is staring into space while sitting at the dinner table in front of his food)
Mr C. - "I'm just pretending to watch a movie."
Me - "What movie?"
Mr C - "Um, it's just a movie about me."
Me - "You need to clean your room please."
Mr C - " But mom, I can't cause I'm a penguin and penguin's don't have hands." (as he waddles across the floor)
Little A is getting so big and I can hardly believe it. He just popped his first two bottom teeth and his been a bit fussy, but still pretty darn good despite his pain. Both still seem to be getting along well, but Little A isn't quite getting into his stuff yet, so we will see!
I love that part of my job involves working on my website the Child Behavior Guide because I can easily do so in my spare time while at home with the kiddos. Mr C has certainly been keeping us entertained lately. Some of my favorites...
"Mom, what is poop made of?"
Me - "What are you doing?" (He is staring into space while sitting at the dinner table in front of his food)
Mr C. - "I'm just pretending to watch a movie."
Me - "What movie?"
Mr C - "Um, it's just a movie about me."
Me - "You need to clean your room please."
Mr C - " But mom, I can't cause I'm a penguin and penguin's don't have hands." (as he waddles across the floor)
Little A is getting so big and I can hardly believe it. He just popped his first two bottom teeth and his been a bit fussy, but still pretty darn good despite his pain. Both still seem to be getting along well, but Little A isn't quite getting into his stuff yet, so we will see!
Wednesday, March 9, 2011
Taekwondo
We decided to sign Mr C up for a Taekwondo class and I have to say I am pretty pleased so far. It really helps teach him how to pay attention and focus on his body and how to move his body purposefully the way he wants. He also absolutely just loves all of the physical movement.
Our biggest distraction is the mirror at the front of the class, which he is constantly looking at himself and making funny faces. However, I think it is really good for him to learn how to tune out distractions and focus on the task at hand.
The first week they sat down and went over the rules of the class and then worked with the kids on learning their full names, parent names, address and phone number. I was almost mortified when Mr C was asked where he lives and he responded with, "In a barn." "We don't even live on a farm or near a barn!" I said. I had to laugh anyways. He has the best sense of humor, which I'm pretty sure he has learned from his father.
This week they were learning the meaning of 'Che Dee Yut' which means 'Attention' We had to practice with them saying it and then asking them what it means. We kept telling him it means 'Attention Mam,' but he when asked he just kept smiling and saying 'Attention boy!' the little stinkerpants. We'll have to keep working on that one at home!
Our biggest distraction is the mirror at the front of the class, which he is constantly looking at himself and making funny faces. However, I think it is really good for him to learn how to tune out distractions and focus on the task at hand.
The first week they sat down and went over the rules of the class and then worked with the kids on learning their full names, parent names, address and phone number. I was almost mortified when Mr C was asked where he lives and he responded with, "In a barn." "We don't even live on a farm or near a barn!" I said. I had to laugh anyways. He has the best sense of humor, which I'm pretty sure he has learned from his father.
This week they were learning the meaning of 'Che Dee Yut' which means 'Attention' We had to practice with them saying it and then asking them what it means. We kept telling him it means 'Attention Mam,' but he when asked he just kept smiling and saying 'Attention boy!' the little stinkerpants. We'll have to keep working on that one at home!
Sunday, February 20, 2011
Following Directions
Lately, Mr C's favorite phrases are, "Can you do me a favor?" and "Hold your horses Mom." I love it. Even though, he is usually saying hold your horses when I ask him to do something. I try to hide my amusement and make him follow through on the request. Then he usually says, "Can you do me a favor? Can you ...?" (whatever I just asked). I don't think so. So, I persist and finally he says, "Fine, Mom!" and does it.
We have been learning that the first 5 years of life should be entirely focused on getting children to follow directions. I think once a child can master this skill, the other desirable behaviors will fall into place. If you wait until they are older to focus on it, then you have a very difficult time getting them to follow through because they start to become bigger than you!
With the use of positive reinforcement and some logical consequences for not following directions, he has been getting better everyday. So, there is hope!
We have been learning that the first 5 years of life should be entirely focused on getting children to follow directions. I think once a child can master this skill, the other desirable behaviors will fall into place. If you wait until they are older to focus on it, then you have a very difficult time getting them to follow through because they start to become bigger than you!
With the use of positive reinforcement and some logical consequences for not following directions, he has been getting better everyday. So, there is hope!
Saturday, February 19, 2011
Pertussis??
Little A has gotten his first illness, which has been miserable for the both of us. Not only has he been fussy, but I've had to change my shirt at least three times from him throwing up on me after coughing. We took him to the doctor and ended up getting him tested for Pertussis, which I am a little freaked out about.
For some reason it seems like most babies at risk always seem to be right around 2 months of age, which he currently is right now. Although I was hesitant to put him on antibiotics because I know frequent use can cause resistance and other problems, I finally decided the benefits outweigh the risks.
Sure enough it must have been something bacterial because he started feeling better later that day after the first dose. The day after we went to the doctor the nurse that helped us called to tell me the test results wouldn't be ready until 3-4 days and to start the antibiotic anyways.
I happened to be in the back bedroom and didn't hear my phone ring. Mr C answered and asked her if she wanted to come over to play. Then when she asked to talk to me he told her no and hung up. When she called back a minute later he said, "Why do you keep ringing me?!? Stop Calling!" and then hung up on her.
I was practically in hysterics when she called back an hour later and told me this. The funny part was that right after she had called my husband called and he brought the phone to me this time. Except he didn't know who it was and before handing me the phone he kept saying, "What your name?" He must not have heard him say it was daddy cause he kept asking it over and over getting louder and louder sounding really irritated.
Here I am saying, "Give me the phone please." when finally he said, "Oh, it's daddy." and handed it over. Looks like we'll have to keep our phones out of reach from now on...
For some reason it seems like most babies at risk always seem to be right around 2 months of age, which he currently is right now. Although I was hesitant to put him on antibiotics because I know frequent use can cause resistance and other problems, I finally decided the benefits outweigh the risks.
Sure enough it must have been something bacterial because he started feeling better later that day after the first dose. The day after we went to the doctor the nurse that helped us called to tell me the test results wouldn't be ready until 3-4 days and to start the antibiotic anyways.
I happened to be in the back bedroom and didn't hear my phone ring. Mr C answered and asked her if she wanted to come over to play. Then when she asked to talk to me he told her no and hung up. When she called back a minute later he said, "Why do you keep ringing me?!? Stop Calling!" and then hung up on her.
I was practically in hysterics when she called back an hour later and told me this. The funny part was that right after she had called my husband called and he brought the phone to me this time. Except he didn't know who it was and before handing me the phone he kept saying, "What your name?" He must not have heard him say it was daddy cause he kept asking it over and over getting louder and louder sounding really irritated.
Here I am saying, "Give me the phone please." when finally he said, "Oh, it's daddy." and handed it over. Looks like we'll have to keep our phones out of reach from now on...
Saturday, February 12, 2011
Better Sleep
For weeks now, Mr C has just had terrible sleep. We couldn't quite figure out why it had gone down hill so rapidly until speaking to our holistic nurse practitioner.
She said since we had stopped giving him the fish oil (he was refusing the applesauce we had to put it in), the lack of essential fatty acids can cause sleep disturbances.
So, we went to a local herb store and picked up a different type of fish oil that most kids love. It's flavored with mango peach and has a thick creamy texture - all natural of course.
After taking it yesterday for the first time and doing a little acupressure trick the woman at the store recommended, he actually slept through the night for the first time in weeks and slept in!!
Boy, was my husband happy. He has been the one getting up with him since I have been getting up to feed Little A, who by the way sleeps better than Mr C if you can believe it. Little A slept from 11:30 til 5:45 a.m the other night. The straight 6 hours made me feel like a new woman.
So, if your child has sleep problems and isn't taking any omega 3 fish oil supplements. I highly recommend trying it, but we will have to see if this continues...
She said since we had stopped giving him the fish oil (he was refusing the applesauce we had to put it in), the lack of essential fatty acids can cause sleep disturbances.
So, we went to a local herb store and picked up a different type of fish oil that most kids love. It's flavored with mango peach and has a thick creamy texture - all natural of course.
After taking it yesterday for the first time and doing a little acupressure trick the woman at the store recommended, he actually slept through the night for the first time in weeks and slept in!!
Boy, was my husband happy. He has been the one getting up with him since I have been getting up to feed Little A, who by the way sleeps better than Mr C if you can believe it. Little A slept from 11:30 til 5:45 a.m the other night. The straight 6 hours made me feel like a new woman.
So, if your child has sleep problems and isn't taking any omega 3 fish oil supplements. I highly recommend trying it, but we will have to see if this continues...
Friday, January 28, 2011
Nightmares!
As if having a problem sleeping wasn't bad enough, now Mr C is having nightmares as well. They seem to involve some type of killer penguins?? I'm not sure if that is because they made little penguins at school recently or what.
Unfortunately, I made the mistake of trying to explain to him about dreams since he seemed to think they were real and was afraid they would come back. After trying to tell him that when we sleep we have dreams, he decided he didn't want to go to bed at all. Great! That's just what we need. Going to bed is usually not a problem it's more waking up too early that we have had to deal with.
After some coaxing, which involved saying a prayer while waving my hands over his head to remove all bad dreams, he decided it was okay to go to sleep. It must have worked because he asked me to do it again tonight, once again saying he didn't want those penguins coming back. Poor Guy!
Unfortunately, I made the mistake of trying to explain to him about dreams since he seemed to think they were real and was afraid they would come back. After trying to tell him that when we sleep we have dreams, he decided he didn't want to go to bed at all. Great! That's just what we need. Going to bed is usually not a problem it's more waking up too early that we have had to deal with.
After some coaxing, which involved saying a prayer while waving my hands over his head to remove all bad dreams, he decided it was okay to go to sleep. It must have worked because he asked me to do it again tonight, once again saying he didn't want those penguins coming back. Poor Guy!
Thursday, January 27, 2011
Little A
It's official. Mr C is now a big brother and doing very well with the transition. Of course he has his moments, but for the most part he is so sweet to his little brother, whom we have nicknamed Little A. When he came to see us at the hospital he said, "He looks like baby Jesus, can we take him home with us?"
He just loves hugging and kissing him, and he always asks to hold him. This morning he said he wanted to tell him a secret. When he whispered in his ear I heard him say, "I love you." It about just made me melt!
The difficult part has been learning how to follow through with discipline when I am trying to also care for Little A.
Overall, it has been great having two sons. I am excited for when Little A is big enough to play with Mr C as he is constantly desperate for a play mate. My husband and I get exhausted trying to entertain him all the time, but hopefully not for long!
He just loves hugging and kissing him, and he always asks to hold him. This morning he said he wanted to tell him a secret. When he whispered in his ear I heard him say, "I love you." It about just made me melt!
The difficult part has been learning how to follow through with discipline when I am trying to also care for Little A.
Overall, it has been great having two sons. I am excited for when Little A is big enough to play with Mr C as he is constantly desperate for a play mate. My husband and I get exhausted trying to entertain him all the time, but hopefully not for long!
Friday, December 10, 2010
Embarrassing Questions
Despite being a child in discovery of the world, I have to say that it's still embarrassing when Mr C asks a question about someone you would never normally say out loud. Loud enough so the person can hear, if not directly to their face, makes it even worse.
We have just finally gotten past the point where Mr C wasn't asking most females in sight, "You gotta baby in your belly?" and have transitioned to the new question for bearded males, "Are you Santa Claus?" At first the whole baby question was difficult if the person wasn't aware that I was pregnant, but the most good natured response I heard came from my mom.
She said, "When your mama was a baby, I had her in my belly and when Aunt Kaytie and Aunt Beth were babies I had them in my belly too. Now... I'm just fat." His response was, "Oh.." with a puzzled look on his face, which was actually pretty funny since I'm sure he didn't really know what she was talking about.
Then he asked at a funeral in front of the widow, might I add whether the man in the casket was Santa Claus (AHH!) and today once again as a man from down the street rode by on his hoverround with a dog dressed up in what appeared to be a reindeer outfit, he asked loudly, "What is he riding on? Is he Santa Claus?"
It did sort of look like he was riding on a sleigh with 'Rudolph' pulling him along, but I would say perhaps we need to work on some discretion here. At least my husband got a pretty good laugh out of it!
We have just finally gotten past the point where Mr C wasn't asking most females in sight, "You gotta baby in your belly?" and have transitioned to the new question for bearded males, "Are you Santa Claus?" At first the whole baby question was difficult if the person wasn't aware that I was pregnant, but the most good natured response I heard came from my mom.
She said, "When your mama was a baby, I had her in my belly and when Aunt Kaytie and Aunt Beth were babies I had them in my belly too. Now... I'm just fat." His response was, "Oh.." with a puzzled look on his face, which was actually pretty funny since I'm sure he didn't really know what she was talking about.
Then he asked at a funeral in front of the widow, might I add whether the man in the casket was Santa Claus (AHH!) and today once again as a man from down the street rode by on his hoverround with a dog dressed up in what appeared to be a reindeer outfit, he asked loudly, "What is he riding on? Is he Santa Claus?"
It did sort of look like he was riding on a sleigh with 'Rudolph' pulling him along, but I would say perhaps we need to work on some discretion here. At least my husband got a pretty good laugh out of it!
Friday, November 19, 2010
Bedtime Prayer
I just love the way kids can say something without even necessarily knowing the significance a particular comment can have. After going through our beditme routine, Mr C and I always do a small prayer (Now I lay me down to sleep...) and then I ask him what he would like to thank God for today and who he would like to pray for.
Sometimes, it can take some urging on my part, but usually I say things like, "Do you want to thank God for your friends at school or for your toys?" You know the regular stuff we generally thank him for. Usually, he'll give a one word answer and a couple times he really surprised me by saying he wanted to thank God for Jesus and the baby in mommy's belly, which he came up with completely on his own.
However, this time was different. He told me he wanted to thank God for Jesus, his walls, the windows, the lights and lightbulbs, the moon and stars, his clock, his bed, his blankets, and toys - especially lightning McQueen. At first I thought it was cute that he must have just been looking around his room and naming things he could see. Then I thought about how much we take these things for granted every day and especially in this economy many are without these very seemingly simple things.
What a great reminder of how important it is to acknowledge and be thankful for even the simple things in life, especially when the bigger things seem to be lacking at the time. Kids are so smart!
Sometimes, it can take some urging on my part, but usually I say things like, "Do you want to thank God for your friends at school or for your toys?" You know the regular stuff we generally thank him for. Usually, he'll give a one word answer and a couple times he really surprised me by saying he wanted to thank God for Jesus and the baby in mommy's belly, which he came up with completely on his own.
However, this time was different. He told me he wanted to thank God for Jesus, his walls, the windows, the lights and lightbulbs, the moon and stars, his clock, his bed, his blankets, and toys - especially lightning McQueen. At first I thought it was cute that he must have just been looking around his room and naming things he could see. Then I thought about how much we take these things for granted every day and especially in this economy many are without these very seemingly simple things.
What a great reminder of how important it is to acknowledge and be thankful for even the simple things in life, especially when the bigger things seem to be lacking at the time. Kids are so smart!
Wednesday, November 17, 2010
MSG and Asthma
We are eagerly awaiting our newest addition to the family with about 6 weeks left to go! Mr C has continued doing well in school, but his asthma has suddenly taken a turn for the worst. I tried to eliminate the last medication, which is a corticosteroid and it turned into daily use of albuterol and all previously used medications to help with symptoms.
He also caught a terrible cold with an ear infection, so we are slowly trying to regain his health. I guess as you are trying to heal the body there can be ups and downs as the body adjusts. However, I am determined to figure out the solution to this as I find it difficult to believe that he should have to be on multiple medications, including steroids and albuterol (what I also refer to as liquid speed) for an extended period of time.
My latest research has been regarding MSG or monosodium glutamate. This is actually known to provoke and cause asthma symptoms among many other health problems including symptoms of ADHD, sensory challenges, and Alzheimer’s disease. It is an “excitotoxin” or neurotoxin that leading neuroscientists say has degenerative and deadly effects on the brain and nervous system.
The worst part is that it has almost 30 different names and after reading the labels of what we generally eat, it’s in everything! Even meat that we were buying has ingredients that are considered to be MSG and products that say no MSG are not necessarily MSG free.
Research shows that in the 1950’s the average person in America consumed about 12 g of MSG each year. Now, it is estimated to be around 400-500g per person/per year. How could this not be affecting our health? Could this be the missing link to the latest health epidemics? For more information check out the following brochure on MSG.
He also caught a terrible cold with an ear infection, so we are slowly trying to regain his health. I guess as you are trying to heal the body there can be ups and downs as the body adjusts. However, I am determined to figure out the solution to this as I find it difficult to believe that he should have to be on multiple medications, including steroids and albuterol (what I also refer to as liquid speed) for an extended period of time.
My latest research has been regarding MSG or monosodium glutamate. This is actually known to provoke and cause asthma symptoms among many other health problems including symptoms of ADHD, sensory challenges, and Alzheimer’s disease. It is an “excitotoxin” or neurotoxin that leading neuroscientists say has degenerative and deadly effects on the brain and nervous system.
The worst part is that it has almost 30 different names and after reading the labels of what we generally eat, it’s in everything! Even meat that we were buying has ingredients that are considered to be MSG and products that say no MSG are not necessarily MSG free.
Research shows that in the 1950’s the average person in America consumed about 12 g of MSG each year. Now, it is estimated to be around 400-500g per person/per year. How could this not be affecting our health? Could this be the missing link to the latest health epidemics? For more information check out the following brochure on MSG.
Tuesday, October 19, 2010
Healing Update
I can hardly believe the end of October is almost here. Things have been going very well so far with Mr C. His teacher and I agree that his speech is not only on target for his age, but even past that of many of his peers in class.
We recently have finished his mercury detox and have determined that his yeast overgrowth is under control. We are still keeping him off wheat, but have decided to also completely put him on gluten free casein free diet with fish oil supplements to help with his asthma and ability to focus.
We are down to almost no medication for his asthma and his teacher reports that his ability to follow directions the first time and work independently are greatly improved. We are still experiencing some sleep problems, but even these seem to be fading somewhat.
We are down to almost no medication for his asthma and his teacher reports that his ability to follow directions the first time and work independently are greatly improved. We are still experiencing some sleep problems, but even these seem to be fading somewhat.
Friday, August 27, 2010
Let the healing begin!
After reading the book about healing autism, ADHD, asthma and allergies, I was able to find a holistic nurse practitioner that came highly recommended. She used muscle testing on Mr C as well as an interview assessment and we were able to get the results this week. She stated that he tested positive for mercury poisoning, yeast overgrowth, bacteria, and wheat sensitivity.
As a result we have recently started him on a wheat free, anti-yeast diet to help his body heal. We have also been giving him supplements that rid the body of toxic metals, yeast, and bacteria. This is his second day on the program, so it’s hard to say whether there is any improvement at this time. We should see some differences in as little as two weeks and she said the whole process usually takes about 3 months.
Although I am just appalled that he has been carrying around mercury in his tissues, I am so happy to have found something to help him rid his body of this overload. The book showed how mercury can cause yeast overgrowth and sensory processing challenges. The yeast overgrowth causes inflammation that also leads to sensory processing challenges, allergies, and asthma.
It feels like such a relief to have likely found the actual cause to all of his difficulties in order to eliminate those as opposed to just constantly treating his symptoms. Time will tell if this actually works, but I highly recommend this route for all parents of children suffering from similar challenges.
As a result we have recently started him on a wheat free, anti-yeast diet to help his body heal. We have also been giving him supplements that rid the body of toxic metals, yeast, and bacteria. This is his second day on the program, so it’s hard to say whether there is any improvement at this time. We should see some differences in as little as two weeks and she said the whole process usually takes about 3 months.
Although I am just appalled that he has been carrying around mercury in his tissues, I am so happy to have found something to help him rid his body of this overload. The book showed how mercury can cause yeast overgrowth and sensory processing challenges. The yeast overgrowth causes inflammation that also leads to sensory processing challenges, allergies, and asthma.
It feels like such a relief to have likely found the actual cause to all of his difficulties in order to eliminate those as opposed to just constantly treating his symptoms. Time will tell if this actually works, but I highly recommend this route for all parents of children suffering from similar challenges.
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