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Old 12-03-2008, 02:24 PM
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Originally Posted by karla-k
I too think that it is a tad too early to worry about sensory issues. Just feed him what he'll eat and introduce other things along with it. He'll get there.

I have to respectfully disagree... The first sign for us that there was a problem was when we tried to introduce puffs. We cut them into about 5 pieces and he still gagged, choked, puked, etc. I called the ped at about 10 months and was blown off. We finally went in for a barium swallow study at about a year (after switching to a new ped). They said it was one of the worst cases of sensory gag issues they had ever seen and we waited too long and missed the optimal window to fix it. Ten months is exactly when intervention needs to happen if there is an issue.

Now, I am not trying to freak you out, but I knew something was wrong and no one would listen to me. If you want specifics or want to share more specifics, I can tell you more about Cameron's issues.

One thing I have learned is this is a very lonely affliction to have. I have not met anyone in real life dealing with a child with this issue. I am constantly told I am a bad, mean mommy because I won't just let him have a cookie... People don't realize this is an actual medical issue.

Hopefully it is nothing for you!
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