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Advice Needed

Written by KeleFabulous from the blog Cherry Baby on 09 Mar 2009
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My 2 and a half year old child has been "diagnosed" with ADD. He's been sick recently and his paediatrician said once he's off his medication I must come and get some "drops" which will, I presume, assist with his behaviour and such. From what I understand the medication is a trial and error process and is supposed to tame him. I did a bit of research on ADD about a year ago as I strongly suspected he showed too many "symptoms" but my mom said I should let him grow out of it. 

I'm confused now as the nurse at the doctor's office said I should rather look at other options such as different diets etc and monitor and see what it is he eats/drinks that make him hyper. She says I won't "like" what the medication will do to him and I'll regret it as they end up looking and sounding a little "slow. Another lady mentioned her best friend's child was put on the medication and he's doing "perfectly" and that apparently there are schools meant especially for such children. That there are probably creches as well as they understand them better and have patience for them. 

His intake of sweet things like sweets and juices has always been limited so I can rule that out. Somebody said something about him having to drink tartazine free juice. I've seen something like this on the labeling (somewhere) but now that I'm looking for such I can't seem to find tartazine free juice!!!

I still need to do research and find out what option will be best for him but I need to know from you if you've had personal experience, whether direct or indirect, and what can you tell me about this condition? I hear some children do actually outgrow it but also that some of them still have it even into adulthood...??? Please advice!

22 Comments

KeleFabulous
09 Mar 2009 13:47

pls note this was written in a rush as i still have to research but would also like to know of other experiences and such

ms.tebby
09 Mar 2009 13:56

ok, lemme read now, i was just fascinated by the picture of Dwayne Johnson on the right...wow handsome boy!

TheLady
09 Mar 2009 14:00

ADD->Attention-deficit disorder...symptoms: hyperactive-ness / and impulsiveness (for amabloggers).

I know a kid like that can be a handful, I'm sorry Kele. I heard that medication for kids younger than 10 is NOT recommended. Apparently most people outgrow the condition. I'd say get another dr's opinion before getting your kid medication. All the best.

Strolicious
09 Mar 2009 14:01

2 & 1/2 it cant be dat bad....Kf he still young,i think u shld take the nurses advice...

awelani
09 Mar 2009 14:02

I really wish I cud help, so sorry bout ur baby, I just hope he/she will be fine..maybe I must also do some research, my son (3yrs)  is sometimes too hyper like he's on something..and I always balme it on the sweets and juice....

ms.tebby
09 Mar 2009 14:10

im embarrassed coz I know next to nothing on this topic...lemme sit back & learn since i'm gonna be a mother soon...sorry kele about your baby

felfel
09 Mar 2009 14:14

Kele i think your best bet would be to find a support group for mum's dealing with ADD in their kids. Try ADHASA www.adhdsupport.co.za .
Such conditions/disorders are best dealt with with like-minded people or people who know better and have done thorough research. Otherwise if there's anyone who knows anything about it here they should also be able to point you in the right direction. 
ADD is sometimes misdiagnosed so i would caution against the drops solution and rather check what else works best , perhaps something with natural ingredients. And maybe even introducing routine at home will also help, and also improving his social skills in alternative ways.

Ms. Jay
09 Mar 2009 14:17

sorry to hear about this kelefab. My nephew was also an ADD sufferer but once he got to school he slowed down and is very bright. His mom didn get him treated - as a mother the decision to have him take medication is solely yours. Do more research on it and then take it from there. I dont think we can help you much here in terms of telling what to do and what not to. I am afraid all we can do is listen and give you *cyber hugs*

billyb
09 Mar 2009 14:17

i am sorry to hear that, in my experience a homeopath is always a good option. i respect doctors. LORD knows i do but sometimes they prescribe medicine all too quickly (my child). i suggest as TheLady said..another dr's opinion.

Ms. Jay
09 Mar 2009 14:20

Thats some good advice Felfel,

felfel
09 Mar 2009 14:24

The other thing is that you want to make sure if ur child has ADD from some post birth chemical exposure or was born with it, then you can proceed with the proper/relevant treatment, so research,second opinion & 'first-hand' support will help alot. 

Lex
09 Mar 2009 14:41

My niece was also diagnosed with ADD and the only things I remember her mom was told not to give her were fizzy drinks and sweets.She got really hyper whenever she had them.She is 13 now and still a bit hyper.I would also suggest you go for a second opinion and just wait a while before giving ur little one medication.Good luck,believe you me I know what it feels like living in the same house with a kid who has ADD.

TerryN
09 Mar 2009 14:53

Sorry Kele...
now lemme read, I got destructed by these fine @ss brothers u have here...
be right back...

nice
09 Mar 2009 15:02

oh Kele ((((((CYBER HUG)))))))

I dont know anything about it, but research all you can and arm yourself with knowledge miss fabulous, and like felfel said try to join groups of mothers who have dealt with it before. Remember to also pray that God give you guidance on what to to and to help you deal with ADD. Ask him to be with your child, even more and give you the strength. I think that kids are a lot of work, but having a hyperactive child is more than that. I hope you find the strenght and energy to deal with it.

goldii
09 Mar 2009 15:22

@ Kele

Please get a second opinion from another doctor. 2 1/2 is too young , shame poor baby. Do reseach and join support groups believe me they will be of much help.

I hope you and your baby all the best.

FK
09 Mar 2009 15:23

Kele, did the paedetrician refer you to a therapist?  There are a lot of things that must be considered first before a child can be  diagnosed 100% with ADD.  In your case, you mentioned hyperactivity, then he was supposed to have been diagnosed ADHD.
For a 2 and half year boy, it is too soon to come to a concrete conc lusion.  Try to run away from boxing your child.  He could be suffering fron Attention Deficit Disorder, Hyperactivity, Dyslexia, Dyspraxia, Central Auditory Processing Problems.  He is like any other child except that, he has tendencies of getting too much.  YOu need to learn to deal with it.  At this stage, don't worry too much about it.  If it is ADD / ADHD, he will only start to show serious signs when he starts school.  In the meantime, let your child be a child.  Cut down on sweets and juices, etc. Start the rounds of the Occupational Therapists, Psychological testing, Neurologists, they will be able to assist.  I have been through this and guess what, still after 13 yrs, No doctor, therapist has diagnosed my daughter with ADD / ADHD, but she had all the symptoms.  Good Luck

Strolicious
09 Mar 2009 15:39

Lol ...Tazzy u rata banna waitse..I got destructed by these fine @ss brothers u have here...
be right back...

Onna
09 Mar 2009 15:56

I would go for the second opinion too, I have heard a lot of not so good stories about the medication.
I know children with this condition are a handful, but maybe if u can wait at least until he is four then have him assesed again.
The sweet stuff really has nothing to do with it so do not think its what you feed him in any way, good luck to you and the lil nunu.

myname
09 Mar 2009 16:02

Hey Sweet Hon,

You know i've got a kid but im so useless. I think i'll need some lessons 4 the 2nd baby. Even now i dont even know whats this ADD/ADSL. 

So askis sis but i will just read ur replies guys

belz
09 Mar 2009 16:07

Oh Kels, Punku bathong, i got no advice love for you but i hope all turns out fine with him. cyber hug))))))

myname
09 Mar 2009 16:12

Thanks my bloggers, i didnt know what ADD is....

KeleFabulous
10 Mar 2009 12:08

thanks for the titbits guys it really helps.

Felfel and FK you seem to know awhole lot on this thing. I've calmed down a bit after being told all of this and really i don't think i'm going to do anything yet. i figure if i've been able to manage him up till now i don't see any major problems in the future.

LOL i forgot about these pictures on my right

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