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I did it!

post #1 of 4
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I finally made an appointment for my son. He is 5 and I have long suspected that something is "different" with him but I didn't really know what. He started K about 3 weeks ago and it has not been fun. He hates going and I hate making him, but I do. I finally called the children's therapy place to get an eval for spd. Even as I was just talking to the lady about him and his quirks I felt that it was such the right thing to do. And she was so nice. She placed me on the waiting list which can take up to 6 months but also gave me the number for another place. Unfortunately, it won't be covered by insurance so the eval is $250 and each appt after that is $100 but still. I don't care about the money, I just need help with my sweet boy. I want to repair our relationship and understand him better. I don't want to be the yelling, unhappy mom, wondering why her kid does weird things. I just want to love and accept him and who he is and the first step is understanding him.

I've read the book Out of Sync and I am checking the Has Fun one out from the library. I also put on hold, Sensational kids. I thought about this awhile ago, but I just thought he was a bit different. I am ready for some help, to make our lives easier.

Anyhoo, just wanted to share. Also, any tips for getting the most out of the expensive eval?
post #2 of 4
mama. I remember making that call, too. It was really hard, but a relief at the same time.

As for practical tips....One thing I wish I did, was to call ahead and ask for any paperwork to fill out beforehand. It was really hard and I felt totally rushed trying to fill out the sensory profile there in the office on the day of the eval. Plus, I wanted to be able to see what DD and the OT were doing, not filling out papers. If they won't give them to you ahead of time, ask if you can take them home and return them later.
post #3 of 4
We're at the same place right now so no advice, just I hope you find the answers you're looking for!
post #4 of 4
Good for you! That call is one of the very hardest parts of this.

I also really like Quirky Kids by Klass.

My DD turns 14 next week and she still does weird things, but I'm often happy and I seldom yell.
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