Will he be ok to return to school on 5/14? Can he join in gym & recess with out proplem? What types of food can I give him since it's only been 1 week. He wants to eat many things & I have to say no. What can he eat other then ice cream, popsicles, pudding , jello, fruit, hot cereals, soft cooked veggies, etc.
2007-05-10 04:35:56 · 9 answers · asked by Chezney 2 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Grade-Schooler
my son had his tonsils removed a few years back and he was completely recovered after a week. he got tired of eating ice cream and the like after three days and went slowly back to regular family food. take it slow, but get the cues from your son - he may try little bits and then decide if he can tolerate a little more, then later some more... you get the idea.
he'll probably be ready to go back to his regular activities/ routine by the 14th (gym and recess and all), as long as he's up to it. however, 5 yr olds would sense hesitance (worrying) from you if you feel it and that would affect his being up to anything or not.
relax, be both reassured that the body is amazingly good at healing. and that tonsillectomy is the beginning of better days ahead. ;)
btw, isn't he due for a post-op check-up by one week? don't hesitate to ask your doctor questions.
2007-05-10 06:31:50 · answer #1 · answered by tekla 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I could be wrong, but I think he should pretty much be okay for most activities and foods now. You probably want to keep him from strenuous activity, but he may not even need that precaution.
I really think he can go ahead and eat just about anything he wants, but if you're really worried, start him slow on it, in small amounts and phasing out of a soft foods diet over a period of a few days.
When in doubt, though, call the doctor or look through the discharge papers or post-op instructions.
2007-05-10 05:19:28 · answer #2 · answered by CrazyChick 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I taught kindergarten for many years, and worked with some ADHD children along the way. If your son has been diagnosed by age 5, then his case must be pretty severe. Although I have never dealt with ADHD in my own home, I have seen much of it in the classroom - enough to know that it is very misunderstood and can be heartbreaking for the parent. Here are some strategies I use in the classroom when dealing with children with ADHD that I think could possibly transfer to the home as well: 1. Give your son specific time frames in which to complete tasks you have asked him to do - visual timers may work the best so he can how much time he is given and how much time he has left to complete the task. 2. Create an uncluttered environment for him. Distractability can be enhanced by a messy room or even too many pictures on the wall. 3. Set smaller deadlines to get to the larger goal. 4. Routine and consistency! 5. Reward for positive behaviors (even the smallest thing!) 6. Sit down with him and define the rules again. Give him two or three of the main rules to work on at a time. Saying, "You need to behave" may not be specific enough for him. Instead: "We need to work on not shouting out in class." Follow up EVERYDAY with a conversation about how he did his best on that rule. I know I rambled a little, but unless someone has had experience with a child who has ADHD, they don't know how frustrating it can be. Best of luck to you!
2016-05-19 22:24:40 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
a friend of mines 6 year old had his out two days before easter and wasnt restricted from food at all. he even sang his solo on easter sunday. these days that surgery is done with a laser. so its not as big of a deal as it was 10 years ago. call the doctor and ask school stuff should have been listed on the note for the school. call the doctor and ask them
2007-05-10 07:40:30 · answer #4 · answered by kleighs mommy 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
My daughter took about 3 weeks to fully recover, but she would not drink and got dehydrated and it really exhausted her.They doctor told me if she wants it, let her try, if it doesn't hurt then let her keep eating it. Within a week she was eating grilled cheese (her favorite).
I should add she had her tonsills and adenoids removed and her adenoids were blocking 3/4 of her airway, so it may not be the same for just tonsills.
2007-05-10 05:43:16 · answer #5 · answered by Miss Coffee 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The doctor should have given you all of this information before your son was discharged from the hospital. If you look back through the information the doctor gave you, you will probably find the answers. If not call the doctor's office and ask one of the nurses.
2007-05-10 04:44:56 · answer #6 · answered by samide2001 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
After a week my daughter was eating fairly normally. She was up to some physical activity after a week, but she definitely used her tonsillectomy as an excuse to get out of gym.
2007-05-10 06:36:36 · answer #7 · answered by Sonnie S 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
my daughter had it done... he can eat more stuff now.. let him try what he wants. if its to bad e will stop eatting... i wouldnt give him any meat but anything like mash potatoes, spag, bread ... and my child had to stay home 10 days.. u be the judge u know whats best for ur child. my daughter had to be put back in the hospital cause she refused to eat or drink...if hes not running a fever and seems like he can eat and drink then let him but be sure school knows and tell him to stop talking...lol
2007-05-10 11:12:15 · answer #8 · answered by kitttkat2001 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
ASK YOUR DOCTOR!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
2007-05-10 05:35:19 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋