Guest guest Posted June 30, 2008 Report Share Posted June 30, 2008 I think decorating the helmet makes a big difference. We have Kalina's name written in little rhinestone sticker letters on the front. When most people see her their first comment is saying hello to her by name, then they ask about it. I'm a teacher, and when I would bring her to school to visit kids would always ask why she's wearing it. I tell them to help her head grow round and they are ok with that answer and off to something else. We haven't had ANY negative issues/looks so I hope you have the same experience. My attitude about the whole thing is to open and willing to answer questions. I don't avoid eye contact and we are out and about all the time. Good luck! Kim > > Hi Everyone, > > My twins are now 5 months old and one of them will be receiving their > Hanger Cranial Band from Hanger Orthotics this coming Tuesday, July > 1st. While I am glad that such treatment is available for > plagiocephaly, I am a bit nervous when it comes to answering strangers > as to why one of my twins has a " helmet " on his head. I am also worried > about people staring, as that is only human nature when you see > somthing out of the ordinary. > > How have all of you answered strangers questions when they ask or when > they stare? What about when little kids stare, laugh and/or point at > your child?? > > Thank you in advance for your help. > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 30, 2008 Report Share Posted June 30, 2008 I too, was nervous, that only lasted our first trip out. I have found that most people just ask and I respond. The kids that have said something think it's a bike helmet. I had one fellow Mom ask if it was giving medication because she was premature? Hello, and you have 4 kids? i did have one crotchety old nasty old lady make a comment, and my response, which she could not hear, but my mother could, " It's keeping her scull together so her brains don't fall out " , ok, maybe I wasn't too nice that afternoon. Most you will find that are just happy that we have access to such devises to help our little ones. Good luck! rebecca Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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