Can you be your own childs pediatrician?
I wouldn't recommend it. I believe a parent acting as their own child's pediatrician will not give an objective view of the child's development. They will look through the eyes of a parent and not a doctor. It's best to get a pediatrician outside of the family. Additionally, I think it could pose a problem for insurance and malpractice insurance issues.
Can a parent legally override a team physician's decision to not allow a child to participate in sports?
As a parent you have the right to let the child play with an injury. That places your child at risk if there really is an injury. If there really is an injury that can get worse, why let the child play. The doctor can give his recommendation and document that he has told you not to allow the child to play. If he allowed him to play before the child is ready then the doctor is liable for saying the child can play when infact it was dangerous to play him. As a doctor, parent and youth soccer coach, I would not play the child if there is an injury that will affect the childs health or play. No matter how much I love the sport and want my kids to win, it is not worth risking my childs health. Think of it this way, sit out a few games or sit out the season if the injury gets worse.
If a parent chooses NOT to vaccinate their child, then how can their kid start school?
No, it isn't fair that some kids get away with not getting vaccines. But it isn't like your kid is likely to catch the mumps just because a few non-vaccinated kids were admitted into the school. By forcing vaccines on the majority of people, we are making it much harder for the diseases to spread in the event that somebody does catch them. On the flip side, I would like you to look at it like this: Childrens' religious beliefs are usually forced upon them by their parents. It would not be fair to rob a child of their rights to an equal education simply because their parents chose a religion that doesn't allow vaccinations. As we bring these kids into our schools they will learn about the benefits of vaccines. Ultimately that will lead toward them seeing that they are accepted, even if they have different beliefs. And they will be more likely to allow their own children to be vaccinated. By the way: Many schools will allow you to enroll without vaccinations, provided you have or fill out the right paper work. But not all schools allow it - you would have to contact your school personally if you are very concerned about this. And not all towns have private schools available. Plus, keep in mind that religious beliefs aren't the only reason people choose not to get vaccinations. I know one lady who is convinced that her 13 year old's medical problems were caused by vaccinations when she was young. (the girl is so bad off she can't even live at home with her parents) That lady refuses to let her other children get vaccinated. And my grandmother (a nurse) knew of a few who couldn't get them because of allergies or other medical factors. And one last thing: You can't shelter your children all the time. If they aren't exposed to different things at school, they will be at the store or at the park or wherever else you let them go. ... ... ... I understand the need to keep your children as safe and healthy as possible. And you did bring up a very interesting question :) But for the most part, I choose not to worry about the vaccination thing too much. My daughter has been vaccinated. I have taught her basics such as washing her hands and not sharing drinks with other people. That's about all I can do for now.
Why parents push their children to fulfill their unfulfiled dreams & kill the dreams of childrens?
Dear friends, It is quite abnormal or unusual if the parents do not to bring their dreams down to their children. Basically, most parents are ignorant in this area which is also very crucial for a child to be the man he should be in ther future. I can only conclude that they are ignorant. How many parents realized and acknowledged that each one of their child was born unique and special? And as parents, we need to work along with God to fulfill the child's potential and not our dreams. I have 5 children and it is very interesting to see how they grow up differently. Each of them has their own dreams and visions and they also have different talents and spiritual gifts. I cannot decide for them what they should be in the future and all I am doing is to sit down with them to analysize their strength and weaknesses, gifts and talents. When they shared their dreams, I love to hear them because it is something that is inside them and with proper guidance and encouragement, they will be a man and woman of their own. I do encouraged them to make their own decision though we can give them our opinion but it is definitely important for them to make their opwn decisions eventhough sometimes as a father, I knew they would make some mistakes. But I have seen them learned much faster this way and they became more bold in decicions making. I do wish that parent will understand their position and standing as not to control but to help them grow as thier mentor, coach and most of all, as their friend. Make them your friend and you will have them forever. Likewise, hold tight and control them and you will lose them forever..