Sometimes families don't get it! I dealt with the same sort of thing but it's a hell of alot different NOW!! Let's just say "they have it NOW!!"
Open Minds Lead Too Open Doors!!
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| I too have seen this.My 11 month old daughter had to have an ng tube for feeding for 6 weeks and the day she came home with it my mom wouldn't even talk to me she was so mad.When I asked my dad if he was mad too he said"why,what'd you do:about that stupid tube on her face,yeah I am"I am like well,if she can't eat orally she needs the tube,so get over it.It is out now and she is doing well.She is severely disabled by the way. ↑ |
Hi - I am a mum of 5 and also run a Kidsphysio practice and 4 developmental centres....my advice to you is to keep up the support and therapies. How families deal when there is an issue is something that can be difficult and traumatic - feelings of guilt and failure can get in the way of what your child needs - support for her development ! Believe in your instincts and don't be afraid to seek help.
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| Unfortunately, you will meet ignorant people both within and outside of your family. Most mean well but simply do not understand because when we we young, these issues were not discussed. Although draining, for your daughter's sake, try to educate your family. Have your therapists give discrete tasks that the grandparents can do with your daughter such as a certain type of play or a particular book, so that they can feel involved. Also, you need to find other people have been through similar issues with their children and network with them for support. Finally, regardless of your extended family, you and your spouse need to be supportive of eachother and candid about what you feeling, even if it is negative about your extended family. ↑ |
