Taylor's Offical Diagnosis

[Anonymous]

After months of waiting for the developmental pediatric MD appointment, today was the day. The MD and diagnostic team were great, she really interacted with them. I knew in my heart that the word AUTISM might most likely will come up but I did not realize how it would really effect me emotionally when the offical diagnosis comes up as yes, Taylor falls in the Autism Specturm, she is mild to moderate with Sensory Processing Disorder. It is strange but I knew that was going to be the diagnosis yet to actually hear it from the MD was completely different, and my emotions are just all over the place. She’s still my beautiful little girl, but I have never been down this road before nor do I know of anyone that has, I’m just loss for words right now. Thanks for listening!!

[Anonymous]

I can only imagine how you are feeling right now. You can “prepare” yourself for these things, but you aren’t ever really ready to hear those words! I am so sorry for you guys. I hope that you are able to find a good autism support group in your area to help. And always remember that even though we are “reflux pros” we are ALWAYS here to listen if you need to vent.

[Anonymous]

Oh Sue. I can’t imagine what you must be feeling right now. I agree with Beth…we may think that we are prepared and then the moment finally comes it’s more difficult than we thought. HUGE HUGS to you Sue. I know that Taylor is an adorable and sweet little girl. I hope you’re able to find the wonderful support you need…and again…we are all still here for you!!!

[Anonymous]

I work at a center for autistic children. i DO NOT work with the autistic children.. but.. i do watch and observe a whole lot. I also speak with plenty of the parents and find out how they feel and what they do for their children. The therapy is GREAT.. if you can find a center that works specifically with autistic children. Plus many of the parents have put their children on the Gluten/Casien Free diet.. and have seen much success! As well as finding other vitamins/supplements to add in their diet that they are missing.

I am sure Sherry will help you with this diet if you are interested.. I know her son is diagnosed with sensory disorders as well.

Hope you find more help and support! And remember Autism CAN be helped or better yet reversed.

[Anonymous]

HUGE hugs, Sue!! A good friend of mine told me before Kaden’s dev. pedi appt. “Jill, no matter what diagnosis you get today, kaden will still be the same perfect little boy you’ve always known, he won’t be ANY different after you leave, you will just be able to better help him afterward”. 🙂 Just wanted to pass that on to you.

[Anonymous]

I can’t imagine. It has to be hard knowing the “official” diagnosis, but in a way it’s a good thing too. Now you know what you can do to help better her. Hoping all the best for you and your family!

[Anonymous]

Sue,

I have not logged on in a very long time, I am not sure if you even remember me it’s been so long, but I saw your post today and just wanted you to know that my heart goes out to you. You are a wonderful mother and I know that you will find the support that you need to help Taylor.

[Anonymous]

Hi Sue,

I don’t think that you and I have chatted, but I’ve read many of your posts. We’ll include your family in our prayers and always be here if you need an ear! Taylor clearly has a great mommy, and no matter what you heard today, I am confident that a baby with a great mom is bound to have a great life!

[hellbennt]

oh sue!

knowledge is power.

and, you are the best mama for Taylor, because you will find out

the information you need to know and you will run with it!

please keep us all updated, as what you share with us can surely help others somewhere down the line…

hugs to you and your family,

laura

[Anonymous]

I can only imagine what you’re feeling and that words aren’t a whole lot of comfort right now, but please know that you are supported here. And there are a whole lot of mommas here who are praying and thinking of you and your family.

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