Overeating? WWYD?

[Kelly]

Does he have any of the symptoms of Down Syndrome? This is typical behavior for someone with DS.

While this behavior could be somewhat more common in people with DS or other disailities (such as Prader-Willi Syndrome as I mentioned before) I wouldn't say that it is actually typical of children with DS. I have 2 sons with DS and neither of them has a problem like this nor do any of the other people with DS that I know. Also, while it is possible, it is very unlikely that a child would get to be 3.5 years old without being diagnosed with DS although it could be a sign of some type of developmental disability.

[Angelsj]

98% for weight
Drinks a Ton
Eating a ton
Wets a lot

If this were my child, I would get his blood sugar checked. These are all signs of diabetes. Considering the weight, probably a type 2 that could be controlled with diet.

[Heidi]

98% for weight
Drinks a Ton
Eating a ton
Wets a lot

If this were my child, I would get his blood sugar checked. These are all signs of diabetes. Considering the weight, probably a type 2 that could be controlled with diet.

Yes....or he pees a lot because he drinks a lot,...and he eats and drinks a lot...because he's been conditioned to eat and drink a lot.

[Angelsj]

Yes....or he pees a lot because he drinks a lot,...and he eats and drinks a lot...because he's been conditioned to eat and drink a lot.

All true, but the test for diabetes is quick and easy. It couldn't hurt to rule it out.

[daycarediva]

I took my form (I got from BC) documented everything, attached a copy of my menu for this week and what serving sizes he had eaten and the times, I also noted how much water he drank and photocopied my take home logs which outline how much he uses the bathroom, even noted when he soaked through.

I handed it to Mom last night at pickup and asked her to review it with her pediatrician, and to have him sign it. I voiced my concerns over his hunger/thirst being a possible medical issue. Mom said "Like diabetes?"

Of course it IS in dcb's best interest, but when she picked up, and I told her he ate seconds of EVERYTHING and 4 16oz cups of water and was still saying "hungry" "thirsty", I was worried.

Mom is an RN, so IMHO, she should know better, but doesn't. Definite lack of knowledge/education on nutrition. This child is not abused, quite the opposite.

He is being picked up early for an appt today.

[Laurel]

I took my form (I got from BC) documented everything, attached a copy of my menu for this week and what serving sizes he had eaten and the times, I also noted how much water he drank and photocopied my take home logs which outline how much he uses the bathroom, even noted when he soaked through.

I handed it to Mom last night at pickup and asked her to review it with her pediatrician, and to have him sign it. I voiced my concerns over his hunger/thirst being a possible medical issue. Mom said "Like diabetes?"

Of course it IS in dcb's best interest, but when she picked up, and I told her he ate seconds of EVERYTHING and 4 16oz cups of water and was still saying "hungry" "thirsty", I was worried.

Mom is an RN, so IMHO, she should know better, but doesn't. Definite lack of knowledge/education on nutrition. This child is not abused, quite the opposite.

He is being picked up early for an appt today.

Great, let us know what happens!

Laurel

[CraftyMom]

That's great!

Being a nurse I'm SURE she knows better. Moms often have blinders on when it comes to our own kids.

Funny she brought up diabetes right away, maybe there is a family history. Or maybe she already suspected it herself

[NightOwl]

Fantastic! Please update us!

[SilverSabre25]

Definitely update. I'm curious now :P

[daycarediva]

UPDATE

dck is having fasting bloodwork done..

dcm returned the form yesterday with the nurse having written out a statement agreeing with the food program meal components and sizes (eg. one piece of toast, one serving of fruit for breakfast is FINE).

Says to limit milk consumption to 8-12oz at daycare, and 4oz at home with dinner, specifically says fat free.

Dr says even reduce fruit servings to 1/day since he always gets seconds. Offer vegetables or low fat protein like yogurt at snacks. Dcm brought in GO GURT (24g sugar EACH) to give him at snack. I have plain greek that I will offer him instead.

It also says he is to return in one month to recheck his weight. Dcm is taking him Friday AM for his fasting blood work.

He is also now off the charts for weight. Around 50% for height.

[EntropyControlSpecialist]

UPDATE

dck is having fasting bloodwork done..

dcm returned the form yesterday with the nurse having written out a statement agreeing with the food program meal components and sizes (eg. one piece of toast, one serving of fruit for breakfast is FINE).

Says to limit milk consumption to 8-12oz at daycare, and 4oz at home with dinner, specifically says fat free.

Dr says even reduce fruit servings to 1/day since he always gets seconds. Offer vegetables or low fat protein like yogurt at snacks. Dcm brought in GO GURT (24g sugar EACH) to give him at snack. I have plain greek that I will offer him instead.

It also says he is to return in one month to recheck his weight. Dcm is taking him Friday AM for his fasting blood work.

He is also now off the charts for weight. Around 50% for height.

happyface You are the reason this child won't be killed with food.

[CraftyMom]

That is wonderful!

This may have continued on for years or forever if you hadn't stepped up!

Hopefully the parents follow through on their end

I assume the doctor is also worried about diabetes since the test was ordered. For the child's sake I hope it comes back negative.

[Laurel]

happyface You are the reason this child won't be killed with food.

[Meyou]

I'm so glad you stood your ground on this. That poor boy.

[spinnymarie]

Awesome news, so glad to hear it.
Great work. happyface