Sunday, August 29, 2010
b-12 update
We ended up stopping the b-12 shots for now. He was having a little skin irritation and diarrhea. I wasn't noticing any improvement. We consulted with his doctor and we may try again later but we decided to get the gut back on track and then see.
Ups and Downs
One thing that I wish I would remember, is that as I work with my 4 year old Asperger's son, is that every one has ups and downs. We have had a couple of long months. We have been off gluten for almost a year now, but every now and then he will get away from me and help himself to something. Most of the time it is when I am baking for others and I just walk away for a minute. I need to learn. But I tend to forget and then end up being mad at myself for a couple of days. I notice the effects of gluten in his system for 4-5 days. It can be miserable.
We have been working with an Allergy Elimination Doctor (NAET) to see if we can help our son. I have been a little skeptical but I think I am noticing a difference. The other day my son asked me " Mom, what does danger mean?" and " What is fire?" This is such a big deal. I just had to smile. It is so fun to hear him talk as we drive and point out the things he sees. It is usually silent with these kids. I love all the progress we are making and the new and exciting things that await us.
I get really scared for school to start. We had a little party at our house with friends. The kids were all playing outside and they let my 4 year old out front and then shut the gate. Who knows how long he had been out there by himself. I am so glad nothing happened. A little while later all the kids were inside except for my son. So, I went out to find him. He was in the window well and the cover had been replaced. He was yelling, "help me out of here!" I was sick. I am not sure what I am to do. I know that these kids love my son and were just playing. He is even a willing participant most of the time. He just doesn't know better. I just wish I knew what I could do to ensure he is safe when he is out in the world. I guess that is every parents wish for every child. I know I can't protect him forever, I will just have to keep trying to teach him all I can. I am glad they grow a little at a time, even though it seems really fast.
We have been working with an Allergy Elimination Doctor (NAET) to see if we can help our son. I have been a little skeptical but I think I am noticing a difference. The other day my son asked me " Mom, what does danger mean?" and " What is fire?" This is such a big deal. I just had to smile. It is so fun to hear him talk as we drive and point out the things he sees. It is usually silent with these kids. I love all the progress we are making and the new and exciting things that await us.
I get really scared for school to start. We had a little party at our house with friends. The kids were all playing outside and they let my 4 year old out front and then shut the gate. Who knows how long he had been out there by himself. I am so glad nothing happened. A little while later all the kids were inside except for my son. So, I went out to find him. He was in the window well and the cover had been replaced. He was yelling, "help me out of here!" I was sick. I am not sure what I am to do. I know that these kids love my son and were just playing. He is even a willing participant most of the time. He just doesn't know better. I just wish I knew what I could do to ensure he is safe when he is out in the world. I guess that is every parents wish for every child. I know I can't protect him forever, I will just have to keep trying to teach him all I can. I am glad they grow a little at a time, even though it seems really fast.
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