The only challenge with Mason's medicine is that he has to take it on an empty stomach. Other than that, it's a piece of cake - in fact, he (unfortunately) knows the word 'medicine' and when I tell him it's time, he walks to the kitchen and gets ready for it. But the empty stomach thing is tricky. I have a pretty good system in place, so most days it's not a huge deal, but there are always those odd days where the timing gets messed up and it throws everything off. It's little things like making sure he gets his medicine before he takes his nap, making sure Andrew eats at the right times too so Mason doesn't see him eating at a time he can't eat, etc.
The other day I ran into one of the mixed up mornings because Andrew decided to sleep in. Mason had just had his medicine when Andrew was ready for breakfast. The solution? I pulled out Andrew's special box of things that we have to keep away from Mason. :) It totally worked! I think I'm going to make a special "keep Mason occupied when other people are eating" box with fun things that are a little safer...
PS. I'm not complaining. I know we're very lucky with the fact that his medicine is once a day, inexpensive, tastes good, etc. I just want to remember our day-to-day life stuff and this is a big part of it.
PS. I'm not complaining. I know we're very lucky with the fact that his medicine is once a day, inexpensive, tastes good, etc. I just want to remember our day-to-day life stuff and this is a big part of it.
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It's cute to read about what you face with Mason's thyroid issues because I have the same issues - also having hypothyroidism - and it makes me feel connected to the little guy! I can't tell ya how many times I've woken up starving, accidentally eaten a banana before my meds and then had to wait an uncomfortable amount of time without eating before I can take my thyroid pill. It's annoying! Maybe I need a box of distraction toys? :)
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