A doctor's note to give them water?? really??? FRIDAY UPDATE (if anyone cares, LOL!)

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A doctor's note to give them water?? really??? FRIDAY UPDATE (if anyone cares, LOL!)

I recently told the teacher in my twins' room that I'd rather they not get fruit juice with their afternoon snack, and to give them water instead. (they get milk with their breakfast and lunch). I explained to her that I TRY to limit the sugar they get, and I want them to get used to drinking water, along with milk. My boys are very big (I have concerns about one of the twins, Christopher, he is very chunky -- I love his little rolls - they ARE cute....and the ped did say they generally don't worry about weight until they are 3 or 4, but *I* worry (especially since I have a weight problem and had gastric bypass a few years ago, and my DH is big -- as is most of his family). I want to teach them good eating habits early on. They get plenty of fresh fruit at home (daycare also gives them fruit), so I don't see the need for the juice.

Anyway, she told me yesterday that she spoke to the director (who I am not buddies with -- I think she does not like me, either) and the director said I would have to get a doctor's note saying they can't have juice. Seriously? Has anyone ever heard of this? I can't believe I have to get a note from my friggin doctor to give my children a cup of water, rather than sugary fruit juice. Maybe I'm overreacting, I don't know.....

UPDATE******
DANG!!! This is the response I got from the director when I asked if they were a part of that program (note the last paragraph, which I think is a jab, IMO)

"According to State guidelines we have to give 2 food componants for snack. The juice that we use is 100% juice so we can count it as a fruit. So first and foremost this is a State guideline. And yes you are correct that since we are on the Federal Food Program we also have to give 2 food componants. According to both agencies 1/2 cup is the proper portion. There are times we will give children a little more if they are still wanting more but do limit that as well. If the doctor states that the boys cannot have juice we will abide by that, but will ask that on days juice is on the menu that you supply a proper substatuite. This would be a 1/2 cup of fruit or vegatable per child. When a child has a food allergey or diet need we do everything possible to provide a substatute but cannot always do so. Throughout the day children are offered water. This is always done after we come in from outside. I totally agree with you that children should receive more water in their diet so the teachers are instructed to do so.

I did talk to Carrie and Shannon this AM about the boys food intake and your concerns about their sugar levels. They both informed me that there have been a few days that they brought in a chocolate type cheerio. Generally the end of August the beginning of September (when the school system starts back) I send out a letter reminding parents that we do not mind if their child brings in whatever they are finishing eating from home but it needs to be a non-chocolate, non-peanut, low in sugar type breakfast item.

Thank you
Wendy"

So, I was thinking about sending this:

"The chocolate cheerios that we gave them for 3 days has 9 grams of sugar, 1 gram of fiber….as compared to the 29 grams of sugar and zero fiber contained in the fruit juice concentrate that you provide. Also, we were never informed not to give anything with chocolate in it, but will refrain since it's a rule. It seems to me it was brought up in your email as a dig regarding our concerns about sugar, and I'm not sure what I have ever done to deserve it. I have tried to be nothing but nice to you and your staff, but I tend to refrain from voicing any concerns whatsoever since I get a very defensive reply whenever I say something.

You will have the doctor's note, as well as fresh fruit to give my children. Thanks."

****Friday update*****
So, she never bothered to respond to my email above or address me when I picked up the boys last night....I guess she doesn't need my $1600 a month!
Chat Icon I have an appointment after work today at a daycare center close to my home. Although I had my heart set on using the center at my church since, for the most part, I knew some of the members and trusted that they genuinely loved my boys, I am tired of feeling that I can't voice a concern with the director without getting pushback or snarky comments.

Message edited 8/13/2010 1:36:59 PM.

Posted 8/12/10 7:59 AM