Friday, June 25, 2010
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It took eleven long months for Jacob to be diagnosed with Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD). His mom, Meg contacted me recently to tell her story. Sometimes the journey to GERD diagnosis is lightening fast. If your baby ha...
Jan,
So sorry to hear that little Jacob and his mother had to go through such painful experience because of unforseen delays and communication breakdown.
Your tips are very helpful. Sometimes it helps if parents sort of "politely quiz" the pediatrician by saying, "so what do you think about the recommendations by our feeding therapist?"; at other times asking the therapist to directly call the doctor is very helpful, and sometimes personal e-mails from therapists/specialists/lactation consultants help too.
Unfortunately, reflux is one area where parents have to be very proactive.
Thanks for another great article with relevant tips.
Sonja
Sonja-I agree with you 100%
Jan