Yes, bless that pediatrician and you folks for being here
I guess what has really hit home for DH and I is that (to this doc at least?) we aren't 'crazy' parents. He's the first professional to even mention the word gifted as having any bearing on the situation (the psych who did DS IQ testing simply said DS will be 'quicker and have better understanding' than other kids when he goes to school). Not once has it even been suggested that they might be compensating to appear at least within a ND range (as opposed to delayed, which I imagine would have been picked up).
When we went to the appointment the Ped. told DD20mos he needed to listen to her heart, to which she said "Of course you do - you have a stethoscope in your hand!" and then DS3 added "You might want to get out your otoscope after that...she has a lot of trouble with her ears." The Ped. just smiled, and thanked the kids for their help
Truly hoping for the children's sake that more surgery will actually help. I'll let you know how it plays out.
