Well, it was actually for Tim and I since Max doesn't go yet, but I wanted to let everyone know how it went. First off, I really liked the doctor. She asked a ton of questions about his behaviors, how he was as a baby, my pregnancy, and family histories. Tim was awesome and gave tons of input. I was pleasantly surprised by his participation.
A few things mentioned led her to question OCD, but I told her although I can see the tendencies, I do not think he has it. He isn't crazy about things, just kinda picky about a few things. She also mentioned bi-polar because he has low lows and high highs, but because of no family history, at least that I know of, it isn't likely. I certainly hope not!! That would be my biggest fear I think. Anyway, he goes next week for an hour two different days. If she needs a third session we have that scheduled for the following week. She wants to do an IQ test because he seems so intelligent as well as the testing necessary to figure out if he has ADHD, something else, or is just a little more than normal. She said it will involve a lot of play and fun things to keep him interested because he is so young. I'm looking forward to seeing what comes of it. After his sessions are done, Tim and I meet with her again to discuss her findings.
Tim was off today so he let me sleep until 4pm. Yes, you read that right. And I'm used to him waking me up at 10pm so when he told me it was 4 I was thinking I missed work. I freaked out, but then realized it was still the afternoon. Boy did I need that. We picked the kids up and the 3 boys got haircuts. Max looks so handsome and Alex actually sat still this time. Tomorrow is the big day for me. I can't wait!! It has been so long since I've had highlights. I'll try to get Max to take a picture for me so I can share with you.
For now I have to catch up on some TV so I can head to work for the last time this week. I'm looking forward to the weekend!
Thursday, February 28, 2008
Wednesday, February 27, 2008
Update on the sickies!
Alex does in fact have a double ear infection. I took him in Monday afternoon and it didn't take the doctor long to find it. Poor baby! No wonder he wasn't sleeping. Tim picked up Max from school that day so I didn't have to take them both. When Alex and I got home, Max says to me "Mommy, my neck hurts" pointing to his throat. GRRR! I should have taken them both. Anyway, I checked his throat and sure enough his tonsils were swollen and he had a spot on one of them. I decided to give it another day and see what happened. Yesterday when I picked him up the spot was still there and he said it still hurt. So, back to the pediatrician's office and this time I had to take them both. What a nightmare! It ended up just being something viral, but she told him he could eat popsicles because it would make his throat feel better. She basically call the "spot" a sore and that if he didn't ever get a fever he would be fine. GRR! Wasted evening of hell with the boys, but at least I know it isn't something that he can pass to Tim, turning Tim into the biggest baby of all time. That man doesn't handle strep well at all ;) Love you honey!!
Today we have the appointment with the psychologist where just Tim and I get to answer questions about Max. Then they'll take it from there to have him evaluated. I hope it goes ok, but I'm sure it will. I'm also signing Max up for gymnastics at the local gymnasium today. Classes start next week and he is going to love it. 45 minute classes and I'm trying to get him in 2 times per week. I think it will be really good for him. If he likes it, we'll keep at it. All of the males in the house need haircuts too so we'll probably do that tonight as well. Tim is off tomorrow and I'd hate to ruin his day "alone" by scheduling something. Friday I go to get mine trimmed and highlighted. I can't wait!!! It's been over a year.
I'm out for now because I have a ton to do around the house this morning, but I'll update when I know how things go this afternoon.
Today we have the appointment with the psychologist where just Tim and I get to answer questions about Max. Then they'll take it from there to have him evaluated. I hope it goes ok, but I'm sure it will. I'm also signing Max up for gymnastics at the local gymnasium today. Classes start next week and he is going to love it. 45 minute classes and I'm trying to get him in 2 times per week. I think it will be really good for him. If he likes it, we'll keep at it. All of the males in the house need haircuts too so we'll probably do that tonight as well. Tim is off tomorrow and I'd hate to ruin his day "alone" by scheduling something. Friday I go to get mine trimmed and highlighted. I can't wait!!! It's been over a year.
I'm out for now because I have a ton to do around the house this morning, but I'll update when I know how things go this afternoon.
Monday, February 25, 2008
Just saying HI!
The boys are still doing really well in their new rooms. Max absolutely loves his and Alex seems to be sleeping a little longer now that he can't hear so many noises.
I do think Alex is sick again. Not sure if it's just teething or an ear infection or something else, but he was up all night last night. Crying and tossing and turning so I'm guessing it has to be something causing him pain. I plan on calling soon to get him in this afternoon if I can.
Tim had to go in to work really early this morning so I took the boys to school. I assumed that since I was home Max would have a hard time being dropped off, but I was quite pleasantly surprised. His teacher asked him when we got there if he was hungry. He didn't answer right away so I reminded him that she asked him a question. He said 'No thank you" and went about his business. His "business" happened to be his little girlfriend Megan. They play together all the time and from what I've been told they like holding hands and stuff like that. It's adorable, as long as that's as far as it goes. I think because he has such a strong personality he really gets along better with all of the girls than he does the boys, but Megan is special for whatever reason. So cute!!
Tim's mom is coming to visit this coming weekend. It's her birthday on Sunday and she wants to spend it with her boys. Tim promised to get off work if he can so I think she'll be happy about that. I forgot though, Rusty also said he wanted to come down that weekend and was just waiting to find out what his schedule looked like. I don't mind if they all show. Makes life easier for me when there are more people around. I guess less bored and thus less stressed. Plus, the extra hands to help with the boys is awesome! Haha!!
I work tonight and it's the beginning of 4 in a row. I hate the thought of working all week long, but I do love the back-to-backs because at least for a few days my body can sorta be normal. I won't get much sleep on Wednesday though because Tim and I have an appointment with the psychologist to begin the process of having Max tested. Thursday he is off from work so I should be able to catch up that day if I need to. Friday I'm getting my hair highlighted and trimmed. I can't wait. It's been over a year since I got highlights and I've had quite a few greys popping through lately.
Other than the busy week ahead, there isn't much else to talk about. I'm sure I'll be around some this week though!
I do think Alex is sick again. Not sure if it's just teething or an ear infection or something else, but he was up all night last night. Crying and tossing and turning so I'm guessing it has to be something causing him pain. I plan on calling soon to get him in this afternoon if I can.
Tim had to go in to work really early this morning so I took the boys to school. I assumed that since I was home Max would have a hard time being dropped off, but I was quite pleasantly surprised. His teacher asked him when we got there if he was hungry. He didn't answer right away so I reminded him that she asked him a question. He said 'No thank you" and went about his business. His "business" happened to be his little girlfriend Megan. They play together all the time and from what I've been told they like holding hands and stuff like that. It's adorable, as long as that's as far as it goes. I think because he has such a strong personality he really gets along better with all of the girls than he does the boys, but Megan is special for whatever reason. So cute!!
Tim's mom is coming to visit this coming weekend. It's her birthday on Sunday and she wants to spend it with her boys. Tim promised to get off work if he can so I think she'll be happy about that. I forgot though, Rusty also said he wanted to come down that weekend and was just waiting to find out what his schedule looked like. I don't mind if they all show. Makes life easier for me when there are more people around. I guess less bored and thus less stressed. Plus, the extra hands to help with the boys is awesome! Haha!!
I work tonight and it's the beginning of 4 in a row. I hate the thought of working all week long, but I do love the back-to-backs because at least for a few days my body can sorta be normal. I won't get much sleep on Wednesday though because Tim and I have an appointment with the psychologist to begin the process of having Max tested. Thursday he is off from work so I should be able to catch up that day if I need to. Friday I'm getting my hair highlighted and trimmed. I can't wait. It's been over a year since I got highlights and I've had quite a few greys popping through lately.
Other than the busy week ahead, there isn't much else to talk about. I'm sure I'll be around some this week though!
Friday, February 22, 2008
Funny pictures and a bedroom switcheroo!
Did I mention this already? I decided to put Max in Alex's room and vice versa. Max needs the bigger room and bed, and he sleeps sounder so with him touching our wall, the TV won't wake him up like it does Alex. I finally did it this week and they both seem to be doing great. I got pictures of the new rooms, but they need some decorating. I also got some awesome pictures of the boys being very silly!!
Photo Sharing - Video Sharing - Photo Printing - Photo Books
Alex's bed is a trundle so the mattress is in the drawer and I just took off the board that holds it up when it's the correct way. Sides so he can't fall out, and more cozy since he was so tiny in the bigger bed!
Photo Sharing - Video Sharing - Photo Printing - Photo Books
Photo Sharing - Video Sharing - Photo Printing - Photo Books
Photo Sharing - Video Sharing - Photo Printing - Photo Books
Photo Sharing - Video Sharing - Photo Printing - Photo Books
K, off for now so I can get some housework done. (Yeah, I realize you know me better than that, but I had to make it sound good) I'll be around this weekend I'm sure!
Photo Sharing - Video Sharing - Photo Printing - Photo Books
Alex's bed is a trundle so the mattress is in the drawer and I just took off the board that holds it up when it's the correct way. Sides so he can't fall out, and more cozy since he was so tiny in the bigger bed!
Photo Sharing - Video Sharing - Photo Printing - Photo Books
Photo Sharing - Video Sharing - Photo Printing - Photo Books
Photo Sharing - Video Sharing - Photo Printing - Photo Books
Photo Sharing - Video Sharing - Photo Printing - Photo Books
K, off for now so I can get some housework done. (Yeah, I realize you know me better than that, but I had to make it sound good) I'll be around this weekend I'm sure!
Thursday, February 21, 2008
No More Updates!!!
Every time I open my mouth I end up eating them. Shortly after I posted yesterday I got a call from school that Max was out of control. Usually they take him into the office when he's having a tantrum and he calms down. But yesterday was different. He was hitting at the director, hitting himself, throwing chairs, etc. I told her I would come in and talk to him since he refused to talk to me on the phone. About the time I was walking out the door she called back and said he was fine. He calmed right down and wanted to talk to me now. I know he doesn't want to be this way, and he's sorry afterwards, he just can't help it. Ugh!! How frustrating.
Anyway, I finally convinced Tim that he needs to be evaluated. With my strong family history of ADHD, its probably more likely than not that this is our issue. I want to do what we can to help Max succeed in life and if he can't control himself, even when he wants to, he isn't going to get very far. Sad considering how bright he is. I called Tim's boss's wife about it this morning. She is a wealth of knowledge because they are dealing with the same issues with her son who is now 6 or 7. She had some great input on what doctors to call, in what order, and fortunately she has the same insurance we do, so I know it will all be covered. The short time that I spoke with her on the phone gave me such hope because she said her son is a completely different child now. I'm hoping to make some appointments over the next few days. I just need to get Tim's schedule first. I'd hate for him to have to miss something important at work.
I have also decided, and he agreed, that we need to start doing date night. At least once a month we need to go out and focus on US so we don't lose each other in the constant battle with day to day life. Hopefully we can get started on that soon. It's just hard with me working so many nights a week. That leads me to wonder if I was wrong in switching to 8 hour shifts. I worked so much less when I was doing 12s, but I was also miserable. I guess it's a matter of figuring out which is the lesser of two evils and then hoping my boss will understand if I do change my mind again.
I guess that's all for now. I need to go get the kiddos soon and I'm still in PJs since I worked last night. Ooh, I need to get pictures, but I switched the boys rooms last night. I wanted Max's room next to ours because he sleeps sounder and our TV booms through the wall. Not sure how it went since they were gone before I got home, but before I left for work last night they both seemed to be doing great. Max LOVES having a bigger room and a bigger bed!! Now I just have to transfer clothes over.
I'm out....Later!
Anyway, I finally convinced Tim that he needs to be evaluated. With my strong family history of ADHD, its probably more likely than not that this is our issue. I want to do what we can to help Max succeed in life and if he can't control himself, even when he wants to, he isn't going to get very far. Sad considering how bright he is. I called Tim's boss's wife about it this morning. She is a wealth of knowledge because they are dealing with the same issues with her son who is now 6 or 7. She had some great input on what doctors to call, in what order, and fortunately she has the same insurance we do, so I know it will all be covered. The short time that I spoke with her on the phone gave me such hope because she said her son is a completely different child now. I'm hoping to make some appointments over the next few days. I just need to get Tim's schedule first. I'd hate for him to have to miss something important at work.
I have also decided, and he agreed, that we need to start doing date night. At least once a month we need to go out and focus on US so we don't lose each other in the constant battle with day to day life. Hopefully we can get started on that soon. It's just hard with me working so many nights a week. That leads me to wonder if I was wrong in switching to 8 hour shifts. I worked so much less when I was doing 12s, but I was also miserable. I guess it's a matter of figuring out which is the lesser of two evils and then hoping my boss will understand if I do change my mind again.
I guess that's all for now. I need to go get the kiddos soon and I'm still in PJs since I worked last night. Ooh, I need to get pictures, but I switched the boys rooms last night. I wanted Max's room next to ours because he sleeps sounder and our TV booms through the wall. Not sure how it went since they were gone before I got home, but before I left for work last night they both seemed to be doing great. Max LOVES having a bigger room and a bigger bed!! Now I just have to transfer clothes over.
I'm out....Later!
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