We have just been referred by DS's speech pathologist and his GP to the Mater Children's Feeding Clinic. They seem to think that his fussiness and persistent gag reflex could be related to his delayed speech and low muscle tone. He has also been referred to a physiotherapist to be assessed - again, physical issues can be associated with delayed speech etc.
I honestly had no idea how closely-related these issues all are. If I had my time over, I would probably have picked up on all of the symptoms and done something about it far earlier
This probably doesn't help because of the big age difference between your DS and mine, but I am happy to share any of our experiences with you and, likewise, I would like to keep an eye on this thread.
I don't know if you can remember, but our DS was also such a crazy spewer when he is was LO's age. I wouldn't be too concerned about the paeds and doctors bullying you into doing anything you don't want to do. If it was me, I would follow my instinct and get the evaluation done. You can put the brakes on at anytime before any action is taken that you may deem inappropriate or extreme.
ETA: I *think* where DS will be going is public, but not sure. Our private health has been really great with all of DS's speech and physio appointments (we have top hospital and extras cover, though, so they pay out about $1000+ towards it). We also have one of those Medicare Health Care plans which covers about 7 speech therapy sessions per calendar year which we use as well. You may be able to get something similar for your DS?
Last edited by Life is Good; October 4th, 2011 at 03:25 PM.
: Just wanted to add the expenses bit
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