Guest guest Posted February 10, 2010 Report Share Posted February 10, 2010 Hi, I'm not sure if you remember me posting my 2 year old's daughter's story a few months ago (told to wait and see, that she will grow out of it and that they don't serial cast in Canada....)Her curve progressed quite a bit and I found out that they cast at Sick Kids Toronto so we were seen quickly and have our first casting date set for Feb. 17th. I've known about this date for a while but was hesitant to post as I knew that it would make it too real for me. Well now it's a week away and I'm anxious, sad, scared, curious...... I just hope and pray that 1. she will adjust and be comfortable and that 2. we get good correction. My daughter is a monkey and loves to climb and jump and dance. She rarely sits still. I could really use the following: 1. positive thoughts and support 2. input on what to bring to the hospital (we will be staying in overnight even though we are only 30 minutes away but that is their policy) 3. input on what to have on hand at home. I'm a bit of a clothes horse for Emma and love dressing her in the trendiest outfits. How will her sizing change? (She is a Gap 2 bottom right now and 3 on top). I buy most of her clothes at the Gap and they aren't the roomiest clothes. What clothes are the most comfortable. Are jeans going to be a thing of the past? (I really hope that I don't sound superficial here - it just gets my mind off of things to buy and plan ahead). Are leggings the best bet? Do they only go up to the bottom of the cast or do you stretch them up and over the cast? 4. What kind of pajamas are the best to use? 5. Diapers - she wears a size five right now, but could fit a four as well. What size would be the best for her to wear after the cast? Will the hospital teach me how to diaper? 6. Car seat - I've heard a few of you mention getting new car seats to accomodate. Will a Britax Marathon work? 7. Sitting - I've also heard a lot of talk about a bean bag chair. Why so? Is sitting difficult? Sorry for so many questions and I know that I will have more in the next few days. I'd appreciate any response. I'd also love to chat to someone on the phone about this. I guess that's it for now - did I mention how nervous I am and that if I think about it for more than a minute I cry my eyes out??? Looking forward to hearing some great advice and words of encouragement, Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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