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16 May 2014 – Toby’s medical history to date – Actual age: 32+5 weeks / Corrected age: 25 weeks…

Posted on October 28, 2014 by florencejoy

Upon writing a letter to a friend of my parents-in-law, who works in the medical profession, seeking advice as to how to move forward, I had to bring my records of Toby’s medical journey up to date. Here they are, … Continue reading →

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24 January 2014 – Could this finally be it for Toby’s feeding struggles?!…

Posted on October 26, 2014 by florencejoy

A consultation today would suggest that Toby’s reflux symptoms, weight falling off centiles etc. would indicate he has a cow’s milk protein hypersensitivity… An amino-acid based formula – where the proteins have been broken down to molecular size, as opposed … Continue reading →

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Letter to GP – Urgent referral?

Posted on October 26, 2014 by florencejoy

Is there any such thing as an ‘urgent’ referral? On reflection, a month and a half seems like a very long wait. Toby is a 4kg baby, whose average daily milk intake averages about 300ml in 24 hours. That strikes … Continue reading →