Originally Posted by MumOfThree
My 7 year old is not capable of dressing herself without medication.

My DS9 wasn't either at 7 without constant nagging and micro managing, but now at 9 he's fantastic at managing his morning routine.

BUT... how did I know he would be? I had no crystal ball (wouldn't that be nice wink )

I didn't know... which is what makes this so hard for all of us. My decision to skip meds for him was based mostly on maternal instinct.

I firmly believe that (providing we're invested and emotionally connected parents) we all make the best decisions for our own kids, based on our knowledge of said kids combined with our own self awareness and past experiences.

The best thing parents can do for our children in cases like these is listen to the child and follow our own inner voice. There will always be critics and naysayers no matter what you decide.

Last edited by CCN; 10/03/13 11:36 AM.