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Does your kid eat quarters?!

Hey kids! I got a notice that the TLC series, “Your Kid Ate What?” is seeking stories for upcoming episodes. Basically, they want to hear from you if your kid ate something that wasn’t food (like a rock, a barbie shoe or your diamond cufflinks) and required medical attention as a result. If you have such a story or know someone who does, you can get more info at: http://tlc.discovery.com/tv/your-kid-ate-what/casting-call.html

I will apologize now to my sister and niece. I thought I was doing a good thing by keeping them out of the ER when Olivia ate that rock/cement/foil thingy. She drank. She ate. She was breathing fine. She stayed home. Now I’m worried they’ll be upset that they lost their one chance at fame. Or infamy.

Naturally I’d rather there not be any need for emergency treatment for kids who get into things that aren’t food. On the other hand, not only does it make for great TV, but it’s a chance to educate people and maybe save another family from the pain and stress of an ER visit, so good for TLC!

Dr. Lara Zibners, Mar 28, 2010

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