Guest guest Posted March 30, 2002 Report Share Posted March 30, 2002 Barbara, I know how frustrating it can be. I met a Mom a year ago whose 2 ds was not speaking but she was resistive to therapy (it later came out that dh was against it). Through the year I would non-confrontationally) mention available services and point out my ds improovement. She has gradually gotten him evaluated and just before he was enrolled in pre-school I overheard teacher explaining what was available if he qualified. I don't know if he is getting ST yet but I assume he will eventually. I kind of jumped in two feet but every parent has to do it their own way. All you can do is provide the information and make sure people are aware of offered services. Every parent has to do what they feel is right. The fact is just because my ds did really well doesn't mean another non-verbal 2 year old will (even if they mimick our every step). Each child is differerent and no one knows a child better than parents. Although I follow fairly conventional methods with apraxic ds I rely completely on instinct with older 10 ds (ADHD/NVLD). Dawn I'd like to see some of the more conventional doctors promote it also to parents who just don't " get it " (one of whom is an acquaintance). It kills me to see her child so obviously struggling with gross motor skills. Have a lovely holiday, Barbara _______________________________________________________________ Get your own FREE email account at iVillage.com! http://webmail.ivillage.com Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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