Luke is growing and making developmental leaps! 2014 Pictures so far...
Mr. Peadon is one of the best barbers around
He has a grandchild with a disability and he knows how to work with Luke
Luke and his Daddy watching the Superbowl at the church
Luke climbs in and out of tub frequently. He enjoys the tub, even when there is no water in it :)
Diagnosis- Back to the drawing board
It has been at least two years since I last pushed for a diagnosis. It was just a couple weeks ago that I finally felt that I had the emotional strength to push forward. I met with Luke's pediatrician last week to discuss where he is in his development. It felt good to be able to brag on my little man. His doctor decided the first thing that we needed to do is to have some bloodwork done. Apparently there is a new chromosomal genetic test that came out about three years ago that is able to show even minor deletions. Marty took Luke to have his blood drawn last Friday. I am not sure how long it will take to come back.
I still feel that pushing for autism to be part of the diagnosis is important. I am quite sure he in on the spectrum somewhere, so an autism spectrum disorder (ASD) diagnosis would be appropriate and would allow us to seek Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) services for Luke in the future. As far as a possible syndrome, we will see where that leads. Maybe this new genetic study will show something. None-the-less, I am ready for the fight.
Props to the Doc
(I am purposeful when I do not use name and do not use gender identifying words.)I have known Luke's doctor for quite some time. I have a high level of respect for his doctor. I have watched this doctor's behavior in our community and in the profession. This individual truly understands me and truly understands how heartbreaking my situation can be. As a result of my observations and personal experience with this individual, I totally trust the opinion that this individual shares with me.
I don't think this individual realizes how much encouragement I received in our last meeting.
