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  1. We love this one https://www.amazon.com/Nellies-All-Natural-Non-Toxic-Powdered-Detergent/dp/B00M39VE0G I add white vinegar to the wash as well.
  2. It is an odd thing, grief. You never know when or how it is going to it you, and it is never when you expect it to. ((Hugs))
  3. Poor kid. Super stressful to be sick at school. Hope she is on the mend quickly.
  4. Obviously if it affects his getting into a school, it is an issue right off the bat. it is absolutely upsetting given the circumstances and repercussions for your son. And I am sorry you are dealing with it alone at the moment. I am very surprised that a school, public or private, would test for nicotine and I am truly sorry that it might be an issue for him getting into another school. However, for possible ease of mind as to the health risks... Vaping is NOT smoking. E-Cigarettes is a misnomer. With the exception of having nicotine, they are nothing at all alike. Nicotine is not the enemy, though it has been demonized. There are many studies on it's effects and it's potential use in treating many neurological disorders. If it is of concern, this is a quick reference on some of the UK studies. https://publichealthmatters.blog.gov.uk/2018/02/20/clearing-up-some-myths-around-e-cigarettes/ Full disclosure, I smoked for years. Quitting was the hardest thing I have ever done. Years later, I picked up ecigs under a time of great duress and continue to use them. As to someone mentioning the expense, it is incredibly less expensive than smoking. Back in the day, I smoked a pack and then some a day and I think a pack is like $10 now? 30 ml of low nicotine eliquid, which lasts me a month, can range from $7.99 to $30, a whole lot cheaper than the $300 plus it would cost me to still smoke cigarettes. My lung and cardiac function are as as good now as that of a non-smoker. I would absolutely advocate for a smoker to use them to quit cancer sticks. More disclosure, my 18 year old also vapes. Thrilled about it? No. But it does help her anxiety and given what she's gone through, I am just glad it helps her. (ducking now)
  5. I almost ordered that for dh but was short on funds this week. Glad they fixed the issue, that's awesome
  6. Singing my theme song. sigh. ((Hugs))
  7. Hoping and praying your mom gets the help she needs Spryte. I am sorry they wouldn't let you stay with her at the ER.
  8. Here you walk in and tell them you are there for mental health issues. When dd tried to kill herself we were taken right to the place in the ER they have for monitoring. Have your friend wear comfy clothes, bring a book and snacks, you might be there awhile. If you go in the morning as you are planning, someone from psych will come in and assess and then, depending on what comes out during that, you wait for a bed in an inpatient hospital. Could be days. They are then transported by ambulance to wherever they found a bed. While at ER we were allowed to charge cell phones in the hallway, you can't have your charger in there. Anything not allowed is locked up for the patient. After the 1st time we learned to bring comfort items, pillow, stuffed animal, etc. We also brought charged laptop to watch movies. Also bring protein bars or whatever for you. The hospital will bring meals for your friend but not you. You can stay with your friend right up until transport. Ambulance to facility is not optional. Oh and your friend can ask for anxiety meds as well while there. They may offer them right off the bat. It is scary. I am sorry your friend is going through this. To pack for inpatient, there are usually restrictions. Nothing with any kind of tie, we had to remove the strings from hoodies, sweatpants, shoes etc. Cell phone will not be allowed or anything that can go online or take photos.
  9. Extra fluids, increased salt intake (usually via snacks), beta blockers, and enough rest. Theirs are because they have Ehlers Danlos, but I found this from the Mayo Clinic... Though No Cure for POTS, Symptoms Can Often be Effectively Managed June 11, 2010 Dear Mayo Clinic: Is it possible to cure postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome (POTS)? My 15 year old granddaughter has recently been diagnosed with POTS. Answer: A cure for POTS doesn't exist at this time. Fortunately, teenagers — a group commonly affected by POTS — usually grow out of the disorder by the time they reach their early 20s. In the meantime, POTS symptoms can often be effectively managed with a combination of lifestyle and dietary changes, along with medication. POTS affects the autonomic nervous system, which controls involuntary body functions. In POTS, the nerves that regulate blood flow are out of balance, so blood doesn't go to the right places at the right time. The result is a variety of symptoms, including postural orthostatic tachycardia — an overly rapid heartbeat that occurs when shifting position from lying down to standing up. A person's heart rate is usually 70 or 80 beats per minute when lying down. Normally, the heart rate rises by about 10 to 15 beats per minute upon standing. For people with POTS, the heart rate goes up considerably higher when they stand, often by 30 to 50 beats per minute or more, which may lead to dizziness and fainting. Other POTS symptoms include chronic fatigue; headaches or other types of chronic pain; and digestive problems, such as nausea and cramping. These symptoms may vary considerably from one person to another. POTS frequently begins in the early adolescent years, often between 12 and 15. Onset typically follows a serious injury or illness — often a viral infection accompanied by a high fever. Although it's not clear why POTS begins this way, it seems to be associated with the hormonal changes of early puberty, coupled with the way the body is affected by a severe illness or injury. The good news is that, although POTS is a chronic condition, about 80 percent of teenagers grow out of it once they reach the end of their teenage years, when the body changes of puberty are finished. Most of the time, POTS symptoms fade away by age 20. Until recovery takes place, treatment can be helpful. In people who have POTS, the blood vessels are too relaxed. Extra fluid is needed to fill the vessels and allow blood to flow properly. But drinking extra fluids alone isn't enough. Increased salt intake is necessary to hold the fluid in the blood vessels. It's also important for people with POTS to avoid caffeine and alcohol. What will help most, though, is regular exercise. Engaging in daily, moderate, aerobic exercise in an upright position — walking or biking, for example — not only improves fitness and increases energy, it also works to retrain the autonomic nervous system to regulate blood flow correctly. The key is to start small and progress slowly to about 30 minutes of exercise each day. A variety of medications are also available to treat POTS. They include drugs that block blood vessel relaxation, help tighten blood vessels and smooth nerve transmission. In addition, many teenagers with POTS benefit from professional psychological counseling to help them deal with anxiety or other complicating factors, manage the depression that can result from the effects of POTS, or simply cope with a chronic condition. Because POTS is a complicated disorder that manifests itself in a variety of ways, patients with POTS may need to take advantage of various treatment options. At times, it can be challenging to find a treatment regime that successfully controls POTS symptoms. If someone hasn't responded well to initial treatment, it's important to continue medical care and work with a doctor familiar with POTS who can customize care to the individual's needs. Although it may be debilitating in some cases, POTS often can be managed so the person affected can return to an active lifestyle. For most, POTS is a disorder that will eventually go away. Optimism is appropriate! — Phil Fischer, M.D., Pediatrics, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minn.
  10. My kids both have POTS. Theirs is from Ehlers Danlos but there are many causes. Possibility? http://www.dysautonomiainternational.org/page.php?ID=30
  11. My youngest, after not sleeping well most of her life, has been taking trazadone for over 2 years now. Total game changer.
  12. Is it just Alexa? Can you listen with the Audible app on your phone for now?
  13. That's so very special. Car rides always were our time to chat.
  14. SSDI is not income dependent for whatever that's worth. My daughter was on it for several years when she was bed bound.
  15. My Aussie was the best dog I ever had for all those reasons.
  16. lol, I don't know either but that show is incredible. It is soothing and somehow riveting and I cant' stop watching it!
  17. Hope it heals quickly and well. Did they give you anything to put on it to minimize scarring? This is the one we used for my daughter. https://smile.amazon.com/Ultimate-Scar-Formula-Performance-Traumatic/dp/B071NDB585/ref=sr_1_26_a_it?ie=UTF8&qid=1538997753&sr=8-26&keywords=scar+removal+cream
  18. We adore youngest's boyfriend. They will have been together a year on 10/31. The kid is tall, dark and handsome, salt of the earth, blue collar kind of guy. They met at school, he is in the automotive shop and is going to be a mechanic. He is a true gentleman. Oldest and her husband just had their 1st anniversary. It has been an incredibly tough 1st year of marriage with his mental health issues. I love the kid, but I wish it were not the case.
  19. Yes I love wine, yes I have a glass of something nightly. Current favorite is Apothic, around $10 a bottle.
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