I think we figured out the reason Kiahna’s behavior has gotten so much worse since starting kindergarten.
I think it’s the medication she was on for ADHD.
I took her to the doctor on Monday, the appointment we have been waiting on for the further testing & evaluations of her behaviors.
She threw a horrific tantrum.
The lady who was meeting with us was extremely understanding & empathetic. She suggested that we stop the appointment and I come back another day when I can talk without Kiahna with me.
She also wondered if the medication could be causing some of this.
I couldn’t believe it.
Why didn’t I consider that before?
She started this new medication (the same one Jadon takes) towards the end of the summer, it never even crossed my mind that the medication could be making this worse!!!!
I made another appointment with the doctor who prescribes the meds, visited her yesterday, didn’t give K the old meds. Got a new ADHD med to try… and we haven’t had a “violent” tantrum (we have had small ones) since then.
The new med is going to take 2-3 weeks to build in her body, could cause the same thing to happen, & meanwhile she is at school virtually un-medicated, hopefully getting along okay.
I am praying her teacher will have the patience for her.
Jadon has picked up on some of Kiahna’s tantrum habits and has tried pulling some of his own.
These kids keep me on my toes. Or knees. Or both.
James is coming home tonight!
He is bringing a car load of kids back with him. One is a girl he started dating a couple weeks ago.
That should be interesting.
She’s from the big city… what will she think of our home in the middle of know where on a gravel road?
Could be very interesting.
Kinda scary for me.
Our football team is playing Saturday, rather than Friday this week. All the teams in our conference are playing at a college campus about an hour from here.
Makes sense. Play the team from the school 6 miles away, an hour away. Logic there somewhere.
It’s about the fun of playing in a big stadium with turf and all I suppose.
We used to play at the Hoosier Dome, can’t afford Luc*as Oil, so we will settle for BSU.
Planning to tail-gate with my family before the 7:00 Game.
Zach’s been getting quite a bit of playing time…
He’s playing defense, mostly.
I’ve been extremely busy with my photography business… I am so blessed!! I love it, and it’s great release for me!
I was driving to take the photos for the wedding Sunday, and I just started being filled with doubt… “what am I doing? I can’t do this!” But, God is doing it… I turned up my radio & prayed…and God did great!!
Go over and see the photos on my HERE on my photo-blog
Amanda…
Kadison & Lily…
John…
Alicia…
Blake…
And lots & lots of Adam & Ashley’s wedding… a peek is posted, more will be coming in the next week!
Pam
5 comments:
Have a great weekend with James home! I hope the new medication will work better for Kiahna-- I know you've been having a lot of hard days with her :( I'm praying for her!
Enjoy James, don't worry about what the girl thinks. She'll love it, I bet. Lots of love in your home, even amongst chaos. Rebekah hasn't been home yet, I'm jealous.
The football game sounds fun, if illogical. Hope they win.
I pray this is the answer for Kiahna. Wouldn't that be wonderful if it was mostly the medication? Stay consistent, that could be what Jadon's reacting to.
Good luck.
It sounds like things are taking a turn for the better. The med change could be huge for Kiahna. So thankful for the possibilities there. James and a new girlfriend? I thought he was still with his h.s. sweetheart. You'll be fine when he brings the new girlfriend home. She's the one way more nervous than you.
Your photography is stunning! Keep up the great work. Have a wonderful weekend.
Carol
Don't be too upset with yourself...sometimes the obvious is what escapes us the quickest. Maybe you'll reach a point where it might be worth going without any medication. The schools have always wanted to medicate one of my kids and I just refused. I'd rather deal with the person he is than have him be someone he isn't. It's been a challenge, but worth it 15 years later. I wish you the best.
The big field football sounds awesome even if it is a pain. Worth it for the kids.
Don't sweat the "new" girlfriend. There will probably be a few more before he settles. I've learned not to become attached to any of them! LOL
Hope you have a great weekend.
I think you're an amazing mom. Take gentle care of you. ☺
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