Sara,

I have a 8 month old SWCAH daughter, she is my second child.  While I have not had to deal with a crisis yet, I was told that when one occurs you will know b/c your infant will be really tired & "out of it".  Also, if you are not sure if she needs a stress dose & your endo is not a quick phone call away it is always best to error on the side of caution & give a stress dose.  Getting a stress dose wont hurt, but not getting one can.

As for girls feeling different, well she’s only 8 months old so I have no insight.  However, I was a tomboy BIG TIME as a child & wont be surprised if she or her sister are as well.  I never wore a dress, played with the boys etc.  I know that there is a lot of debate on this issue & my husband & I have decided that since there is no yes or no answer, we are not going to worry.

Do make sure your Endo gives you the Solu-cortef injectable.  It’s scary to think that you may need it..but scarier to think you may need it & not have it.  have the nurse sit down with you & your husband & show you how to give the shot.  Also, look up on the cares foundation website..i think there are dirrections on how to give it somewhere on there.  I carry a print out of how to give the shot with the solu-cortef and syringe.

Enjoy your daughter!

Jess