Ugh, 18 month appt.

leahandbuck

H had her 18 month appointment last Monday and it was full of bad news.

 Her ear infection was still festering away after 10 days of antibiotics.  This is her 3rd ear infection in the last 4 months so we have an consultation with an ENT doctor to get evaluated for tubes.  Her iron levels were still low so we had to get a full on blood draw last week at the hospital.  And, she still isn't saying any words so the doctor wants her to be evaluated for speech therapy this week. 

I seriously felt like the worst mother in the world and have now convinced myself that it is my fault that she has to go through all of these tests/evaluations now.  Irrational, yes, but I can't help it.

missyishere

You are not a bad mother.  You are taking her to testing in order to aide in her health; that is the least from being a bad parent.  I'm sorry you and your LO are going through so much, but stay positive and keep your head up.  Creepy inter

CMonkey515

I'm sorry you are going through this. Please don't blame yourself though. None of this is your fault and the fact that you care so deeply proves what an awesome mom you are. 

Lots of kids have to get tubes, it's not your fault her iron is lo

amyc216

Aw!  Don't feel bad!  Like others have said, none of this is your fault!  My LO is not saying a lot of words yet either and I know it's worrisome, but he'll be alright!  Hugs!

Jazzym12

Your not a bad mom! If it makes you feel better E isn't really talking either. Our pedi said she will be evaluated at her 2 yr to see if she needs therapy.

leahandbuck

Thanks everyone!  I am really glad her doctor is being proactive about these issues but it was quite a bit to take in at one time.

mrsgabus

You are not a bad parent.
1 Ear infections happen and some children are prone them.

2 as a mother of a speech delayed child, the fact that you are concerned shows how great of a parent you are

3 you rock...!
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ellewoodsSC

I am sorry.  It must seem quite overwhelming to have so much concerning news all at once.  None of this is your fault  and you are a wonderful mom.   I hope that the ear infection and the anemia get resolved soon.  I'm sure everyt

HappyAardvark

I'm sorry, that is a lot to take in at once.

FWIW, how is her receptive language? A speech therapist friend of mine once told me that is a much more important indicator. Does she know to go get her shoes if you ask her? A book? Can she point

mrs.lizzieb

Sorry you're feeling down and out.  We had my DS evaluated as well when he was little, because he wasn't talking much either.  We did a little bit of speech therapy but then ended up moving and decided to put it off a couple months

KrisM86

That's a lot to take in at one time! I'm so sorry!

You are a wonderful parent and none of these issues are your fault. You're being proactive and addressing issues early. That's the best thing you can do for your daughter right now! I hope

leahandbuck

HappyAardvark:

I'm sorry, that is a lot to take in at once.

FWIW, how is her receptive language? A speech therapist f

Fianschneid

You are a great mother and you're doing everything you can. Please don't be so hard on yourself.

morsey2011

PPs have pretty much said everything I wanted to say, so I'm just going to send you creepy Internet hugs. 

karinothing

leahandbuck:

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Scramblersmom

I am so sorry that things are not going well. None of this is your fault and you are a terrific mother for taking her into the Dr and making sure she gets good care. I will be keeping my fingers crossed that everything will turn out just perfectly fine. L