Guest guest Posted October 1, 2004 Report Share Posted October 1, 2004 I have a question. I am having an issue with the helmet. I know it will bother me more than my daughter. I am afraid of what other people will say or will be bothered if people stare at her. I know I have to get over this. Has anyone else felt this way and how did you deal with it? Shari Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 1, 2004 Report Share Posted October 1, 2004 Shari, I think that almost every member has felt like that at one time or another but you just have to think that it is a short period of time in your child's life and you are doing the best for them. Once you get the helmet, decorate it, make it personal and you'll feel a little better (I hope). Natasha --- In Plagiocephaly , " sbcollns " <sbcollns@y...> wrote: > I have a question. I am having an issue with the helmet. I know it > will bother me more than my daughter. I am afraid of what other > people will say or will be bothered if people stare at her. I know > I have to get over this. Has anyone else felt this way and how did > you deal with it? > > Shari Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 1, 2004 Report Share Posted October 1, 2004 Of course no parent wants to think about putting their child in a band. I cried just thinking about it. But I assure you that the thought of it was far worse than the reality. Once you see your daughter in her band still looking cute as can be, it is not so bad. The amount of time will just be a blip in her life. My son had 3 bands for 11 months, graduated a month ago, and already it is starting to feel like a distant memory. Sure, the stares are hard sometimes, but I found that the number of smiles far outnumbered the ignorant stares, and I found ways to deal with it and ignore it. Some people have shared their very clever and hilarious comments and explanations, others use it as a way to educate. In the end, who cares what a few unknowing people think-you will be doing what is best for your daughter. Once you start seeing that first bit of correction you will find that it is all worth it. Dara --- In Plagiocephaly , " sbcollns " <sbcollns@y...> wrote: > I have a question. I am having an issue with the helmet. I know it > will bother me more than my daughter. I am afraid of what other > people will say or will be bothered if people stare at her. I know > I have to get over this. Has anyone else felt this way and how did > you deal with it? > > Shari Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 2, 2004 Report Share Posted October 2, 2004 Thank you so much for such a great response. You have made me feel so much better about her wearing a helmet and you are right..once I see the improvement than I know it will be all worth it. Thank you again! It is people like you who truly are helping me through this. Sharidarabeth2003 <dalewine@...> wrote: Of course no parent wants to think about putting their child in a band. I cried just thinking about it. But I assure you that the thought of it was far worse than the reality. Once you see your daughter in her band still looking cute as can be, it is not so bad. The amount of time will just be a blip in her life. My son had 3 bands for 11 months, graduated a month ago, and already it is starting to feel like a distant memory. Sure, the stares are hard sometimes, but I found that the number of smiles far outnumbered the ignorant stares, and I found ways to deal with it and ignore it. Some people have shared their very clever and hilarious comments and explanations, others use it as a way to educate. In the end, who cares what a few unknowing people think-you will be doing what is best for your daughter. Once you start seeing that first bit of correction you will find that it is all worth it.Dara> I have a question. I am having an issue with the helmet. I know it > will bother me more than my daughter. I am afraid of what other > people will say or will be bothered if people stare at her. I know > I have to get over this. Has anyone else felt this way and how did > you deal with it? > > ShariFor more plagio info Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 2, 2004 Report Share Posted October 2, 2004 Shari, I completely understand your concerns. They are perfectly normal. I just wanted to let you know that I have had nothing but positive experiences in the 2 1/2 weeks has been in her band. The first few times I went out I was really trying to observe peoples reactions and was preparing what I would say if someone made a rude comment. No one has. I go out a lot and have yet to have a negative experience. Actually, attracts positive attention more than ever. She's a converstion magnet and loves the attention. There have been no rude comments. Most people are just curious and will ask why she is wearing it or they will ignore it and just talk to her like she's not wearing it. Some people actually know people that have been banded. I make it a point to smile at everyone and make eye contact. That seems to make people feel at ease and they will smile back, start a conversation, etc. Ocassionally people think she's wearing it because I'm an overprotective mom. One man asked if she was wearing it for insurance purposes (to protect her head). When I explained why she was wearing it he was embarrassed but thanked me for educating him. In his mind it hadn't registered that it may have served a medical need. Just wanted to pass this on to try to alleviate some of your concerns.Good LUck! Dianna Mom to DOC Band 9/13 plagio/brachy Plagiocephaly , " Blacklaws " <kblacklaws@t...> wrote: > I don't mind stares or questions one bit - guess I like the attention! LOL. > I figure it's a great ice breaker for conversation and education. Angelina > loves attention and smiles and says hi to people. Most are just curious and > we've never had a rude remark - the whole experience has been very positive > and I am going to do some public awareness with my little poster baby!! > > , mommy to Angelina (12 mos on Oct 04) in , B.C. Canada > tort, plagio, local helmet 07/09/04 > helmet issues > > > I have a question. I am having an issue with the helmet. I know it > will bother me more than my daughter. I am afraid of what other > people will say or will be bothered if people stare at her. I know > I have to get over this. Has anyone else felt this way and how did > you deal with it? > > Shari > > > > For more plagio info Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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