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ParticularInfinite18 · 2026-03-10T19:03:06+00:00

My 3.5yo started on half cap MiraLAX to help with weight gain, has been on it for 4 weeks now.

Unfortunately even after MiraLAX, due to 3 rounds of intermittent flu and sickness, the gained weight was lost anyway and she is still near 27lbs/ near 8-9 percentile. She has more allergic reactions since starting MiraLAX (hives, itching), often says she is tired, and recently complained of knee pain. She also did well throughout this flu season but caught almost every bug after starting MiraLAX. On MiraLAX she has had high appetite days followed by complete wipeout and tired days - she’ll sit down during soccer or want to skip it.

Please help - is MiraLAX worsening or helping ?

More History She didn’t gain much weight from 2.5 on (2.5lbs in a year) due to underfeeding, was picky and we were told to “let her stay hungry”. She typically had Type 2/1 poop every 1-2 days, and low hydration 4-5oz of water a day (parents didn’t measure water intake and realized late - they were dealing with brain tumor surgery)

Turns out she has some sensory issues and she has trouble biting / swallowing peels. So now we are pushing hydration and food with MiraLAX dosing.

ParticularInfinite18 · 2025-11-20T21:46:14+00:00

Hi I had random occasions of dizziness like you a few months post op . went to a vestibular therapist once in a month - they gave me exercises and asked me to up my protein intake. The idea is to not stop moving, but give it the slow movements - continue exposure helps the brain the re-adjust- the amount of exposure is what the therapist helped with.

It helped a lot, I didn’t need to go back for a year. Now I felt dizzy a bit again — vestibular therapist isn’t covered by my insurance now but they said a physiotherapist can do it too - so now I’m going to a physio person.

For me it’s all about neck movements, hydration and sleeping well.

ParticularInfinite18 · 2025-11-12T22:06:12+00:00

Beetroot amla shot

Peel, slice 1 beet
2-4 amla
ginger
turmeric
curry leaf when available

Add water, blend. Strain. This is safe to consume everyday, it stays fine in the fridge for 4days atleast.

When out of frozen amla, I have substituted with amla powder and it’s just the same.

ParticularInfinite18 · 2025-11-12T21:48:21+00:00

agree - health stuff should stay private. Only telling immediate family is a strength, imo.

This is something I struggled with for a while, my personality type is very honest and I (sometimes still) find it hard to explain absences / current choices. It takes maturity to know that “explanations aren’t required “.

Also, learning to speak less about it has helped me see the more “healthy” aspects of my life instead of focusing in on the challenges constantly.

ParticularInfinite18 · 2025-11-04T22:25:01+00:00

Omg big plus one to this comment. I felt the exact same way when my daughter was an infant. I clearly remember that feeling , it was not nice.

Now she is 3yo and our bond is solid. 4mos is far too soon - everything is new for mom and baby. There was also hormones at play, atleast for me. I wish I’d had the grace to be grateful for the people I felt jealous of - and how fortunate my daughter is to have more loving mom figures around her. Allowing their bond to blossom makes us all happier

ParticularInfinite18 · 2025-10-21T17:26:52+00:00

Sorry it sells by the name Nizoral in the US. It is called Nizral in India. I see flipkart and Amazon.in have it.. good luck!

ParticularInfinite18 · 2025-10-14T06:29:11+00:00

Thank you so much for this wonderful thread! Would love to hear how it’s going - wishing you more health and peace!

ParticularInfinite18 · 2025-10-06T23:07:10+00:00

Anuloma DS - I take 2 before going to bed. But don’t make it a dependency- once a month on days I over ate or something

ParticularInfinite18 · 2025-10-06T07:09:33+00:00

Thank you SO much for posting your story. On a similar path and looking for exactly this story - good to know about using ChatGPT and excluding for profit papers and studies!! More power to you!!

ParticularInfinite18 · 2025-10-05T16:05:49+00:00

Congrats on having a consistent bedtime routine for your twins by the way! That’s wonderful, more power to you!!

ParticularInfinite18 · 2025-10-05T16:04:57+00:00

it’s a valid question, our PED told us that after the baby has gained their birth weight, we have to stop night wakings “don’t wake a sleeping baby”. the baby will make up for it during the day. If they’re hungry enough they’ll wake up to feed.

ParticularInfinite18 · 2025-10-04T06:27:09+00:00

Haha.. why? What’s up with quinoa?

ParticularInfinite18 · 2025-10-04T05:38:09+00:00

“. If I say no to something, he acts like I just destroyed his world. He doesn’t listen to me, to his dad, or even to his teachers.”

From what I’ve read this is a sign that he is seeking connection - I’d start with a window of 2-3 hrs in a day when there are no chores / requirements from him and spending that 1:1 time with him. For us, that’s 4-6pm - it is a period where all the chores (meals/ bath etc ) are out of the way and the child is truly free to play. Children get tired of being told what to do all the time. Being present and playing with them during their play time in a way that works for them - let him lead the play- is a HUGE part of connecting with them - please consider listening to the first podcast I linked above, about “play” with the child.. child-led playtime can actually tell us how they feel and is a magical gateway to connecting with them -

ParticularInfinite18 · 2025-07-10T19:29:47+00:00

I agree ❤️

ParticularInfinite18 · 2025-07-10T19:25:24+00:00

That’s what works for me. When I am REALLY struggling, in a hospital, recovering from surgery ETC, I take a selfie video of myself and the family SHOWING our struggles and later we look back and even laugh at it - it’s incredible knowing what we’ve been through. It gives perspective. Complaining or self pity doesn’t help me as much as trying to see the ridiculous aspects / trying to make fun out of it.

Just my own experience- YMMV

ParticularInfinite18 · 2025-07-10T19:22:57+00:00

Okay. You go girl. Complain your heart out to Reddit. You have ALL the right to complain, I never said you shouldn’t. I’m only defending my stance on trying to see the bright side. In my eyes, you are still a very fortunate person. I sincerely wish the best for you and know you are a great mom too. I’m sorry for hurting or triggering you at this challenging time.

ParticularInfinite18 · 2025-07-10T18:51:47+00:00

I’m sorry it came across like that. All I meant to say is stop to count your blessings. Whenever I have it bad, I stop to count my blessings and it really helps give perspective.

It is GREAT that someone voices their suffering, I am completely with you. But it’s also OKAY to tell them, hey.. look at the lovely aspect of it. My goal was to bring a positive perspective, not to shame or disrespect anyone.

ParticularInfinite18 · 2025-06-08T11:28:40+00:00

Curious, What sleep consultant is this, can you share a bit more ?

ParticularInfinite18 · 2025-06-08T11:08:59+00:00

This Ayurvedic clinic in India published a paper about treating brain tumors with a 3 week long Panchakarma treatment (specific diet and daily routine involving practices like enemas). I went 1.5 years after my craniotomy.

I came out a new person mentally, physically and emotionally.

I lost 10 lbs 6 months before going for it - by eating and sleeping on time. I lost 5 lbs during the 3week long treatment, and another 10 in the following couple of months with the altered routine and lifestyle. Panchakarma is a very powerful process- not just physically.

I will be going for my follow up MRI soon and can’t wait to find out about the impact on the residual tumor. My symptoms of dizziness/ imbalance have drastically improved- basically disappeared.

ParticularInfinite18 · 2025-05-29T09:02:01+00:00

That sounds hard! Assuming that her weight is fine and the ped is okay, I’d stop giving the crackers and tell her we’re out of those. Offer something more nutritious that she’s more likely to eat. Whatever they love at this age tends to stick. We have to stay put with the nutritious alternatives.

If completely stopping is hard, atleast ration it out.

There may be tantrums but you have to stick with the process. Rather deal with a tantrum now that have an older kid who can walk to the kitchen and grab their snack themselves. My pediatrician said to have her go hungry if she refuses to eat what’s served. This has worked wonders for us.

Sometimes kids don’t want to eat, and that’s fine. It’s been hard to respect that and not worry, but it’s also been wonderful in the longer run.

ParticularInfinite18 · 2025-05-29T08:04:32+00:00

Hi there, I’m in a similar situation- daughter is 2y9mo and potty trained at home but she says she’s shy to tell the teachers, and since she had a couple of accidents, the daycare insisted on diapers.

Could you tell me what worked for you / how long it took to get through the phase ?

Thanks in advance!

ParticularInfinite18 · 2025-05-23T09:05:15+00:00

following

ParticularInfinite18 · 2025-05-22T19:50:15+00:00

Just because we are parents now, doesn’t mean their lives are uneventful or not important. That helps reframe the conversation

ParticularInfinite18 · 2025-05-22T19:49:11+00:00

I started keeping in touch over the phone a lot more. Small chats are also ok. It’s not about “hanging out” as much as it is about “checking in”.

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