tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4400724054706198049.post5624213695854068904..comments2023-10-30T08:53:29.189-07:00Comments on The Enlightened Homemaker: vaccines....revisited.Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01307522480411253386noreply@blogger.comBlogger23125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4400724054706198049.post-23251647439726264992010-05-04T06:35:28.157-07:002010-05-04T06:35:28.157-07:00Ruthanne,
This is Abigail's mom. Thank you for...Ruthanne,<br />This is Abigail's mom. Thank you for voicing your opinion, and I do want to comment on it. You don't have to believe my story- I understand it's one of those things that can be difficult to believe unless you see it. That is why I have kept quiet for a long time. However, I did not make anything up. At the age of 11 months, Abby was frequently mistaken for a 2 year old, and she and I would hold conversations regularly throughout the day. Our conversations were not nearly as advanced as the conversations we hold now, obviously: she was only 11 months old. But she did have an extensive vocabulary and was putting 5+ word sentences together. Not everyone could understand what she was saying, often mothers are the best interpreters. However, she understood me and I understood her. All that went away after her shots. We were back to single words. <br />Also, about the attention thing, you would have to know Abigail to understand I guess. I have worked with children for many years, and yes, I know that 5 year olds have difficulty holding an attention span. However, it's different with Abby. She goes into a 'daze.' Sometimes she even runs into walls, chairs, and other stationary objects because (it seems like) she just doesn't see them. <br />And she has been plagued by gut issues, among other things. We are about to start treatments with a Doctor out here that Shari recommended and I am excited to see how things will change for her. I will keep everyone posted.<br />And thanks, Shari, for the great recommendation!Krista Joneshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16440000069944881756noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4400724054706198049.post-1339233367554747532010-04-26T22:27:43.110-07:002010-04-26T22:27:43.110-07:00This story is not my story so I can't tell you...This story is not my story so I can't tell you what her child was doing. And, I do believe vaccines have done great things and am not against them. I am , however, against the irresponsibility of how they are administered and what is in them. Until they clean them out, I am sitting out. There is a better way to do it but until we revolt, it won't be changed. People are uninformed about what is in the vaccines. Unfortunately, it takes a wake up call for many to understand this. I have never been against them, I just want people to get the whole picture and choose for themselves. Choose which ones they want not be told they have to have the entire lot of vaccines.Shari Goodmanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06474703445475943040noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4400724054706198049.post-66222893654062294612010-04-26T22:13:16.595-07:002010-04-26T22:13:16.595-07:00Good job on doing the research and taking and acti...Good job on doing the research and taking and active role in your childs health. But I'm gonna say BS on an 11 month old holding a full conversation, and all 5 year olds have trouble holding their attention....they're 5. Vaccines are a good thing, medicine is a good thing. What you do with your child is your business, but why do you act like these people are out to get you? Do you know how many millions of lives have been saved because of vaccines and other drugs? You should'nt try to scare parents like that.Ruthannehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05902515252458913214noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4400724054706198049.post-84793857410359908272010-04-25T17:04:29.690-07:002010-04-25T17:04:29.690-07:00I'm so glad you write this blog! And I'm ...I'm so glad you write this blog! And I'm glad I found it...I can't even remember how I did. Anyway, thanks for all the great information you share. I totally agree with your views, and I just wish everyone was more informed as well, so we could help prevent much devastation.CandiShackhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07449145342179571665noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4400724054706198049.post-49234488605669978542010-04-20T14:45:59.594-07:002010-04-20T14:45:59.594-07:00oh the fun topic of vaccinations :) i'm so not...oh the fun topic of vaccinations :) i'm so not excited for when my boys go to school & i get to fight the fight. great post!hyrum♥chelseahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13973902855958045519noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4400724054706198049.post-35967994528256695862010-04-16T09:54:11.032-07:002010-04-16T09:54:11.032-07:00Shari, Loved the post & all the great info you...Shari, Loved the post & all the great info you are sharing. <br /><br />* One note, in the state of AZ you don't have to even have a reason not to vacinate. It's your choice the schools will try to scare you but legally they can't make you do it. You just have to be willing to take you kids out of school if there is an outbreak.<br /><br />* Also, I loved how us Housewives no nothing on the subject. Funny how there are plenty of MD's out there that fill the exact same way as us & frankly I trust my instints way more then some Dr who doesn't know my child.<br /><br />* thanks for sharing, I'm so glad Tate is doing so well. JoJo has made some great gains this year & we are so proud of him. Still no words but he is doing awesome!!Abby Runyanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17795898049871112351noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4400724054706198049.post-88530910599006532002010-04-15T15:57:02.084-07:002010-04-15T15:57:02.084-07:00I was amazed that there was such a push in the pub...I was amazed that there was such a push in the public school system to have all the kids get H1N1 09 vaccination. As I researched I found that the vaccine had been "fast tracked" to make sure it was out in time . The term fast tracked means very little or no testing, this particular shot also came with "fast tracked" legislation, meaning that the Government gave the drug companies that were making the vaccine total protection against being sued because there was no time to test. So basically if your child was vaccinated, then had adverse reactions, even in the future you would have zero recourse. I actually called some of the drug companies making and distributing the vaccines to the schools and asked if there would be a letter informing the parents that they would have no recourse if adverse reactions occurred, they said no, but that you could file a report of adverse reaction that would go for future research!! I read further reports from a neurosurgeon who had followed the H1N1 strain as it hit other countries in their peak flu seasons before ours. His finding were that the strain was far less devastating than had been previously warned. Also he went into past flu seasons and vaccinations, the reports of fatalities since widespread flu vaccination was instated has more than tripled. Also, since so much money was fronted from the government (yes our $) to make billions of doses, everyone including schools and Dr.'s were scared By the CDC into pushing the vaccine. I am not saying that H1N1 was totally harmless, but this strain was very similar to any other strain. This neurosurgeon also stated research that getting this or any other flu vaccine can actually increase you risks of catching the flu because of what it does to the immune system. Within two month of the distribution at least 800,000 of the H1N1 vaccines, just for Az. were recalled, and deemed ineffective. I wonder how many kids got vaccinations with absolutely zero benefit and unknown risk with no recourse if a reaction occurred.johnson sixhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02809331907401284687noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4400724054706198049.post-81703691288884599682010-04-15T13:09:23.326-07:002010-04-15T13:09:23.326-07:00I adopted my two children and was required to immu...I adopted my two children and was required to immunize by the state. I didn't question it as my total focus was to do whatever it took to get those babies! <br /><br />I really am not sure what I would have chosen regarding immunizations eight years ago. But, I know now that if I had to do it over again I would choose not to immunize or at least space it out and have less.<br /><br />My kids are healthy and doing fine. They are doing even better since we have started on the path to a more "healthy food" lifestyle (less sugar, processed junk, etc)!<br /><br />Thank you for all of the information you share. It really is helpful. Don't listen to the naysayers. Everyone has their own opinion which they are entitled to. I'll never understand, however, why those with dissenting views can't simply express those in a nice and respectful way...or just not at all.<br /><br />I also find it interesting that some readers of your blog would think that other readers of your blog could be "led astray" by what you write. Readers of your blog are intelligent enough to know that this is your experience and your belief. Readers of your blog are intelligent enough to know how to make informed decisions for their own health, their own lives and their children's lives. <br /><br />I do a lot of personal research, prayer, reading others experiences, reading lots of pros and cons, etc. I know how to make an informed decision and it doesn't ever come from just one source. <br /><br />Again, thanks for all you do and share with others.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4400724054706198049.post-12894490768064039512010-04-15T12:09:45.485-07:002010-04-15T12:09:45.485-07:00I love the way the naysayers always hide behind an...I love the way the naysayers always hide behind anonymous. Thank you for your post Shari. I have decided on a revised immunization schedule as well for my baby boy. My pediatrician just rolls his eyes but it is my child, and my life. We mothers need to stay strong and fight for our children.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4400724054706198049.post-28797857660619018432010-04-15T09:17:18.810-07:002010-04-15T09:17:18.810-07:00Wendi,
Miss you guys so much! We need to set up i...Wendi,<br /><br />Miss you guys so much! We need to set up ichat! If you do want to give some immunizations to your boys, just make sure that you pick the important ones to you and get them from a naturopath that orders the vaccines that are free of many of the fillers. Hard to find. It is such a hard choice and honestly, I am so glad I don't have to think about it much anymore. Good luck. Like I have said, I don't think they are all bad, you just need to be informed.Shari Goodmanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06474703445475943040noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4400724054706198049.post-26004680452802941252010-04-15T08:59:48.235-07:002010-04-15T08:59:48.235-07:00Thank you for this post. Shari. I really needed it...Thank you for this post. Shari. I really needed it right now as I am struggling with the decision to vaccinate my kids. I had heard so many pro and cons both ways. Now I know what books to read and where to go to be more educated. I am registering Porter for kindergarden on Friday and now I know just what to do. I have to admit that I almost felt like a bad mother for not vaccinating my sons but now I know I can be armed with great information and feel like a good mother. Thank you again for all your knowledge and time spent researching.wendileehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04915079805508881967noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4400724054706198049.post-90837370455634096922010-04-15T06:20:06.161-07:002010-04-15T06:20:06.161-07:00Oh, and one more final comment, I was first told a...Oh, and one more final comment, I was first told about vaccine controversy not by a crazy homemaker but by an my actual MD who advised me against further vaccines and signed a note to excuse my son from vaccine requirements. My naturopath also signs off. It is not just us. Most Dr.'s don't even know the ingredients in the shots. They just administer them because that is what they do. Many will give them to sick kids and double up like on Abigail. I am calling for responsibility in vaccines, not irradication.Shari Goodmanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06474703445475943040noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4400724054706198049.post-48040252413009976262010-04-15T05:50:51.853-07:002010-04-15T05:50:51.853-07:00Tylenol lowers the glutathione levels in the body ...Tylenol lowers the glutathione levels in the body which is a detoxifier in the system that helps get the "junk" out of the body, especially in the case of vaccine ingredients. Not only does the Tylenol administered then leave a child more suseptible to harmful side effects from of these ingredients, studies are now showing that it is causing the vaccines to be less effective as well. Additionally, fevers are the bodies way to fight infections. I always let a fever run it's course unless we are sitting at over 104 for a period of time. Once again, this is not my opinion. There are MANY studies on this subject.Shari Goodmanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06474703445475943040noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4400724054706198049.post-53020216429439999992010-04-15T05:37:23.767-07:002010-04-15T05:37:23.767-07:00anonymous,
there is more than enough evidence to b...anonymous,<br />there is more than enough evidence to back it up but unfortunately it is being covered up by the MD's and FDA researchers. It is up to us "homemakers" who have had first hand knowledge of what can happen. Regardless of what you may believe, it really does happen. You can't tell me that you can take a perfectly healthy , verbal child to a Dr. appt and then hours later after a shot they stop talking and have no correlation. I strongly believe that there are multiple reasons that autism happens in a child but for some, it absolutely does begin or is contributed by the MMR shot. There are very many professional studies and findings to back it up. It is not just my opinion. It is up for everyone to decide on their own. There are plenty of books out there by professionals to help "homemakers" to decide. No one has to base it off my opinion. Go vaccinate your kids. It is a choice and always a hard thing for mothers to have to worry about. We need vaccines to be cleaned up. Period. We need food cleaned up. Period. If we don't have a voice and take a stand, it will never happen. It is homemakers that can make it happen. Not those paid to make claims. We have all heard your story before. Please tell the rest of it on your blog.Shari Goodmanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06474703445475943040noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4400724054706198049.post-86419095460425078152010-04-15T05:36:50.262-07:002010-04-15T05:36:50.262-07:00Thanks for sharing. Great job addressing such a s...Thanks for sharing. Great job addressing such a sensitive subject. You are so great.RPHhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04404824939304875517noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4400724054706198049.post-83528301786093737202010-04-15T04:31:20.027-07:002010-04-15T04:31:20.027-07:00I do not think there is enough information b/t the...I do not think there is enough information b/t the time "autism" shows up and vaccines.<br /><br />Being just a homemaker and NOT MD or medical professional...you need to be careful what you say and write- not leading people astray by "your" experience. Very dangerous and foolish for those who read your blog!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4400724054706198049.post-10184014073244494342010-04-14T20:29:27.068-07:002010-04-14T20:29:27.068-07:00Beth,
I totally agree that there is a time and pl...Beth,<br /><br />I totally agree that there is a time and place for medicine and thank goodness for it when that time comes! Sorry to hear about your experiences. Glad you are holding off. Better safe than sorry.Shari Goodmanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06474703445475943040noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4400724054706198049.post-61408594311479256232010-04-14T20:28:38.935-07:002010-04-14T20:28:38.935-07:00School vaccination policies vary by state but I kn...School vaccination policies vary by state but I know in AZ, you can sign a religious waver, have a dr. sign a note or you can have a titer screen worked up that measures their antibodies. It is a cheap test and is helpful if you are trying to get out of the boosters required in Jr high, or now in 6th grade. I did have a problem with my kindergartner since I had already immunized him before. They told me that since I had been pro vaccine before, I could not change my mind now. It made no sense. In hindsight, I would have just never brought in an immunization record and just signed a waiver. I have a Dr.'s note for my younger son. It really should be our choice.Shari Goodmanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06474703445475943040noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4400724054706198049.post-70293222632177406462010-04-14T20:02:15.328-07:002010-04-14T20:02:15.328-07:00Shari,
I believe our boys have chicken pox this w...Shari,<br /><br />I believe our boys have chicken pox this week. 1 or 2 were vaccinated for it, and got it anyway. The 2 year old was not vaccinated. <br /><br />I almost started backing down from my feelings about not vaccinating. I was thinking I would go ahead with MMR. <br /><br />Baby #6 had 6 shots at 18 months old (with a fever at the time of the vaccinations). Our bright, happy, talkative little man spent the next 6 straight months sick. By age 2, I had him evaluated for developmental and speech delays. Our family hasn't touched vaccines since. #7 and #8 are happy, thriving little people. #6 is getting better all the time. #2 has serious digestive and attention issues. #3 had speech and attention issues. All received heavy doses of antibiotics when they were very young. I never knew to question the doctors as they prescribed medication after medication.<br /><br />I appreciate your boldness about the issue. I almost caved on MMR, and it goes against my better intuition.<br /><br />You know Dan is a firefighter. Medication has it's place in the world, and I am not opposed to using it when necessary, but it is so over-prescribed.<br /><br />Keep posting. Sure, it offends some, but for those of us who experienced the problems first-hand, it's a good reminder to make informed decisions.<br /><br />BethThe Glennshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08412368238316196300noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4400724054706198049.post-29742120251632707422010-04-14T19:52:44.291-07:002010-04-14T19:52:44.291-07:00Awesome! I learned so much! I just have a questi...Awesome! I learned so much! I just have a question. None of my kids are in school yet but I know that vaccines are required, right? So how does it work if you choose not to vaccinate your kids?Jilynnhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11865881015047371665noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4400724054706198049.post-6295906612178519662010-04-14T19:37:34.232-07:002010-04-14T19:37:34.232-07:00Nice job on a touchy subject. I am a pediatric phy...Nice job on a touchy subject. I am a pediatric physical therapist and I hear far too many stories from parents. The best words that stick with me from a mom of a child with Autism is "Your child, your choice." I think it is always good to look who is providing the research. A lot of it is the drug companies. Money is an issue here. Oh I could go on. Anyway, good job.Tirsa Bakerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16204319939387950858noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4400724054706198049.post-40938520904573574052010-04-14T19:01:21.575-07:002010-04-14T19:01:21.575-07:00Thank you for your thoughts on vaccination, it jus...Thank you for your thoughts on vaccination, it just helps to have an informed opinion! I believe tylenol is not good with sicknesses that affect the liver ie the flu, because it is excreted through the liver, where ibuprofen is excreted through the kidneys. Also if your using it for a fever, fever is the bodies fighting response (if there is nothing affecting the brain) I believe the best fighting temp. is 104, but sometimes I just can't watch my kids suffer. Just my two centsTrishahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01352527062297246920noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4400724054706198049.post-43055655693537422992010-04-14T16:49:09.589-07:002010-04-14T16:49:09.589-07:00What great information. Thank You Shari! I have ...What great information. Thank You Shari! I have heard about tylenol being bad once before, but I am not sure why. I have stopped using it for my kids recently, but I am not sure why. Can you shed more light on it?Beckyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14068591246475057779noreply@blogger.com