Spoilers: Puppy wins. ? So, last night our new puppy didn’t have the latch engaged on his crate. So he got out and thought Amy’s brace smelled good enough to eat. ? Luckily, he only went for the padding, and left the plastic alone. But this missing spot in the Read more…
So, today found us back at Stanford a little early. Originally we were scheduled for next week, but she’s been kicking her brace off more and ore due to increased pain, so we got her in right away. Thanks to the iPad, she was plenty entertained, and had no problem Read more…
Today was out first tandem appointment for getting the Littles’ eyes checked out. I was slightly nervous about Amy’s little brother because he had never has his eyes checked before. I’ll admit that there was that little voice that was hissing, “What if???” in my ear. It was raining when Read more…
So, I’m semi-sitting here in shock. We sat down to do Amy’s treatment, and what do I get??? This screen. ? Apparently Exogen is only FDA approved (and tested) for 180 days of treatments. Also, if you don’t use those 180 days, after 270 days, you get this screen too. Read more…
I’ve been holding my breath for a while. A lot longer than a while, actually. In four short months, our Amy will be five. FIVE. It’s amazing to be how fast time has flown by. Turning five is a big deal though, because five means starting KINDERGARTEN. Along with stressing Read more…
So, Amy tried a new product today! AFO Baby on Amazon Thus far, we have been very loyal to the SmartKnit brand. We buy them from Cascade DAFO and they are currently selling at $11/pair. So, I was highly motivated to love these socks. At a $25 savings, I was Read more…
Amy had so much fun at gymnastics! My mom was her 1-on-1 since I was in the hospital with her older sister. She has a great time, and proudly said, “I didn’t fall one time!” Mad props to the gymnastics place who was prepared to accommodate her needs (thanks to Read more…
Today I have questions about gymnastics. Amy is going on a pre-school field trip to a gymnastics place for a couple of hours next Tuesday. I’m wondering what precautions I can take? What activities I should stay away from? What things I can do to help keep her safe? I Read more…
Wow. One year. It’s astonishing how fast this year has flown. A year ago we were so afraid. “Is it broken?” “Is this the right choice?” “What if it doesn’t work?” “Will it heal?” “What will the outcome be?” So much fear and uncertainty, and yet, here we are. One Read more…
Today, I want to be positive and celebrate the little things. 2 months ago, she was stuck in a wheelchair. Today? Today nothing is slowing her down! Today, she’s been running, jumping climbing, chasing her friend all over the place, and having a blast. Today, I’ll bet some serious cheese Read more…