Comments on: Book Review: Saving Sammy

By: Hilary

Hilary — Fri, 13 Nov 2009 01:39:40 +0000

I had strep about 14 times when I was a Sophmore in high school.
Just fyi. 🙂
I agree with being the only advocate for our kids. I feel sorry for the kids whose parents don't advocate for them (at all) at school. They get left out.
It's sad.

By: Joanne

Joanne — Thu, 12 Nov 2009 09:44:09 +0000

Excellent post.
' It is estimated that up to 90% of children with autism may be also infected with Lyme Disease/Borrelia however, since testing is difficult, current research shows that 20-30% of these children harbor this bacteria. This number would represent over 150,000 children in the United States alone.'
from
lymeinducedautism.com/

Dr Bransfield now President of ILADS was involved in this research. I had the priviledge of listening to him last year at a conference in UK lymediseaseaction.org.uk

Sadly because of the controversy over diagnosis and treatment, due to the discredited IDSA Guidelines which are currently under review, thousands of people are struggling for diagnosis and treatment of Lyme Disease.

Another excellent read is Pam Weintraube's book Cure Unknown, whether you have lyme or not it is quite likely you know someone with Chronic ill health that has not properly been assessed to see if Lyme is part of the problem.

Have a look at the links on my side bar which take you into many interesting research articles.

By: DeNae

DeNae — Thu, 12 Nov 2009 00:44:02 +0000

It took me a ridiculously long time to become an advocate for my kids. I'm a rule keeper, and authority's authority, right?

But I finally did learn to trust my instincts, get my facts, and push, fire, complain – whatever it took.

I hated the thought of being the squeaky wheel, but I learned you don't always have a choice.

The book sounds fabulous. I wish the author and her son all the best.

By: Small House

Small House — Wed, 11 Nov 2009 21:42:43 +0000

Ooooh, this does sound like a good book! I enjoyed your review. And darn, how awful to have 6 ear aches in a row. Sick kids always makes a moms heart heavy.
Have a great day.
Sandra

By: Annette Lyon

Annette Lyon — Wed, 11 Nov 2009 19:43:41 +0000

Sounds fascinating–and a must-read for any mother bear.

By: UtahJenny

UtahJenny — Wed, 11 Nov 2009 18:16:58 +0000

Sounds like a MUST-READ … just checked my library and they don't have it … yet … I'll be sending in this suggestion. I have also had experiences where mother's intuition won over a doctor's diagnosis. I am grateful we have doctors, mind you, but I am also very grateful for the whisperings we receive as mothers to help our children. Looks great – thanks for sharing!

And love your new header!!!

By: Rae

Rae — Wed, 11 Nov 2009 17:51:28 +0000

Awesome review–makes me want to go get it now! Also, I LOVE–ADORE–your new header!!

By: Anonymous

Anonymous — Wed, 11 Nov 2009 16:36:18 +0000

Lara, this is really a wonderful review. I agree that we as parents really do need to be advocates for our kids. Your experience with Chloe and her ear infections is something I went through with my youngest. We were in the drs. office so much, it was ridiculous. I became almost apologetic with the doctor until my friend said, Why isn't he suggesting tubes? Or having the adenoids removed? Made me think they weren't really taking care of us properly and empowered me to stand up to the doctor.

Thank you so much for taking the time to read the book and share it with your readers.

By: Visible Voice

Visible Voice — Wed, 11 Nov 2009 16:35:31 +0000

That's awesome. Thanks for sharing that. It not only makes me feel even stronger about being an advocate for my son but even for myself because I find we all can be brushed off.

By: queendeni

queendeni — Wed, 11 Nov 2009 16:11:54 +0000

Bottom line is we have access to the heavens and when something doesn't feel right, mom's know. I say push, even if you have to shove, but do it, because doctor's are just "practicing", that is why it says going into practice for them. LOL