Sadie's new diagnosis

[tuck]

I'm feeling defeated today.

Her new diagnosis (old one was basically "hell if I know") is Moderate Phonological Disorder and Expressive Language Disorder.

She scored in the 7th percentile on the articulation test. 

Her grammar is all over the place, so that's where the expressive language disorder comes in.

They also noticed the saliva issue she's always had, which may indicate a larger motor problem.

I don't know how I feel. I know we're doing the best we can, but I think of my Grandpa who had a speech impediment, and how it affected his self esteem and I just want Sadie to be happy.

[Deleted]

I'm sorry you're having a rough day tuck
I'm glad you have an actual diagnosis now so you can do whatever is needed to help her as much as possible, but I understand why you feel bad and are worried for her. Big hugs!

[chirpchirp]

Hugs tuck,
Hopefully having a clear diagnosis will help create some clear strategies for helping your beautiful girl to thrive

[onehitwonder]

I'm sorry you are struggling. I hope that you can now get S whatever help she needs to thrive and be happy.

[imimahoney]

I'm so sorry. I hope her diagnosis opens up new resources and services to help assist her in working to overcome her speech difficulties.

Hugs! You are a wonderful mother.

[dojo]

Hugs - you're a good advocate for her

[bean47]

I'm sorry. I hope that with intensive therapy she overcomes all these challenges.

[blane12]

Oh honey - I am sorry. Diagnosis days are so tough -especially if they aren't clear cut. I completely understand your fear about her self esteem. One of my biggest fears for B is that he will be made fun of for his speech and will not have the confidence he has now. We just want them to be able to lead a successful life.

Did they have any recomendations on how much speech To give her? Increasing Blake's amount of sessions per week has made a world of a difference. It's a fine line though as some kids get more frustrated, and then there's the financial aspect as well. United Children's healthcare Foundation was a godsend when we received their grant.

Huge hugs. If you ever need to talk or vent, feel free to pm me

[ktstorm]

I'm so sorry. I hope having a more clear diagnosis opens the doors for therapy to address her needs better. You are doing a wonderful job advocating for her. ((Hugs))

[teamhayes]

I'm so sorry but Sadie is in great hands and I know you will find her the additional help she needs to really shine

She is such a beautiful girl and you are such a fantastic mother

[TrudyCampbell]

Hugs. I hope now that you know exactly what's going on her therapy can be tailored to just what she needs.

[raynes]

Lots of hugs, that can't be easy. I hope now you'll have some resources to get her any help she may need.

[fryjack2]

Hugs tuck.

I know a diagnosis brings sadness, but does it also bring you a little bit of relief that you now know what you are dealing with? I hope it does even a tiny bit.

You are a great mom who will always be in her corner.

More hugs.

[sunshineluv]

((( tuck)))

[laurack]

I'm sorry tuck I hope things become clearer for you guys soon. She is very lucky to have you for her mom & advocate

[sandj82110]

I'm sorry, I hope the diagnosis opens more doors for her and you can tailor therapies to really help her now.

[claralou]

Hugs, tuck. I hope this helps you get the resources you need.

[laurensmomma]

Hugs, lady.

[shevacc]

Hugs, S! You are doing a wonderful job advocating for her to get all the help she needs. I agree that this extra support will give her so many advantages over grandpa.

[carawestt]

I'm sorry she's having trouble. You're a great mom and she's so lucky to have you.

[browneyedhunni85]

Hugs Tuck. You are such a great mom!

[jsillyfun]

I'm sorry. She's very lucky to have you advocate for her.

[honeybee503]

I'm sorry, Tuck. Big hugs to you.

[jenbelle]

I'm sorry you are struggling so much. You're an awesome mom, and she's lucky to have you!

[spaghetticat]

Hugs to you xoxo

[tuck]

May 12, 2016 5:41:46 GMT -5 blane12 said:

Oh honey - I am sorry. Diagnosis days are so tough -especially if they aren't clear cut. I completely understand your fear about her self esteem. One of my biggest fears for B is that he will be made fun of for his speech and will not have the confidence he has now. We just want them to be able to lead a successful life.

Did they have any recomendations on how much speech To give her? Increasing Blake's amount of sessions per week has made a world of a difference. It's a fine line though as some kids get more frustrated, and then there's the financial aspect as well. United Children's healthcare Foundation was a godsend when we received their grant.

Huge hugs. If you ever need to talk or vent, feel free to pm me

The new therapy place wants to do 1/week, but we'll continue with the school therapy, too. Right now that's another one session a week, but next school year will be two. So a total of 1.5 hours a week.

[artgal84]

Hugs, Tuck. You are such a great mom and advocate for your girls.

[thedahliharpa]

Big hugs tuck. I hope the diagnosis helps the therapists really focus on those areas where she is struggling.