Daphnee didn't like getting her cast off. The machine was really loud and it wasn't the most comfortable trying to cut the crazy shaped cast off. Once it was removed she slowly did start to move her legs. She mainly just straightened them out. No lifting them up or anything.
This is her lounging around the next day. The doctors told us to expect her to be pretty uncomfortable for several days, but as long as you don't move her legs too much she stays pretty happy. Pants are still difficult to put on her because she doesn't like her legs to be pulled together. Her hip joint is still tight and stiff so it hurts to do so.
She gets to sit up and eat in the high chair now which is so nice. Then she just loves to stay and play in it.
Here are a couple shots I took today. She has already found her feet again, and I don't think I will be able to keep socks on her anymore.
Daphnnee has been pretty happy and a good baby, but we have noticed she is already happier and more playful since the cast is off. She loves her new freedom and we love being able to hold her and snuggle with her. My favorite part of this has been when Dallin said, "Daphnee is all squishy again." He noticed the hard bulky cast was off, and he loves to just rub her soft tummy now.
It was a rough 10 1/2 weeks, but we are glad that we were able to take care of her hip issues at a young age. We go back in about 6 weeks to take x-rays of her legs, and we will be able to tell if they have stayed in the sockets like normal. We couldn't be happier to be done with the cast, but our next appointment will be a big one when we find out if x-rays still look good after being out of the cast.
7 comments:
That is so sweet... "Daphnee is all squishy again!" I love it!! She is so beautiful Amy! Such a cute little smile and sweet little face. These photos make me want to give her a big squeeze. I am SO excited for you! I can't imagine how happy you all must be to have her out of that cast. It will be so fun to watch her learn to explore everything around her with her new self! :)
Whoo hoo!!!! I hope everything heals properly and that she doesn't have to wear that again. What a pleasant little girl,she looks like a happy little camper. Way to go mom and dad for hangin in there and be such good parents. She is adorable.
How wonderful! I'm so happy for you!
I totally loved Dallin comment about being all squishy! They are both so cute. Awesome updates!
Aimee, these are two of the most beautiful children I have ever seen and it is not because you are my niece that I am saying that.
They are just beautiful children. So very good to see Daphne out of her cast and it seems that Dallen has been really good about her getting the extra attention. Hugz!
I'm so glad Daphnee got her cast off, she looks like such a happy little girl. Your kids are so adorable.
I am so happy she is out of her cast and so happy. I am sure she loves the extra hugs from her big brother. They are so sweet!
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