Really?

Well, long story shorter - I took our son to the ENT last week because for most of his life he has had not clear breathing (not sure how to describe). I just thought he was always congested because maybe he has allergies like his dad or whatever. Well apparently he has enlarged Adenoids and fluid in his ears. That would explain why he is SO loud! She immediately recommended tubes and adenoids out. I kinda didn't know what adenoids were, so I was not equipped with the right questions. At all. And she didn't explain or ask questions.

So, basically this is what I learned:
http://amyeaustin.wordpress.com/2012/05/09/tonsils-and-adenoids-surgery-is-not-the-answer/

So my question is: Why are his adenoids enlarged? Why is their fluid in his ears? Seems like common sense to me. There is a reason WHY! Although some kids may just have enlarged adenoids for no reason. So what's the reason? Is he allergic to something? What's irritating his adenoids to keep them enlarged?

I have a plan - we eliminated dairy. We'll see if that works, and may also get him allergy tested.

We will also try acupuncture to see if that helps drain his ears. Just talked to my acupuncturist today to try and understand how in the world they do that on a 2 year old. She said they don't leave the needle in … they just lightly prick and take out. And the needles are even smaller than they ones they use on adults … somehow. Those are real small.

And I have read article after article about chiropractics and how that works miracles for kids. Especially with this particular issue.

The next is cell salts - very fascinating! http://joettecalabrese.com/transcripts-give-away/
Take the time to read through it … makes so much sense. A little about them here: http://www.thehealthyhomeeconomist.com/for-clued-in-moms-fever-is-a-friend/
Hopefully I can rid my home of all drugs for me and my kiddos.

Another great article I just found:http://www.drpalevsky.com/general_guidance.asp
Awesome!

I am all about finding other people's articles! HA!

Will update what works and what doesn't. Say a little prayer for our buddy. He sleeps fine, eats fine, just sucks his fingers and has noisy breaths.

Peace!