Felipe was evaluated yesterday by the physical therapist from early intervention. He is very strong in his upper body and strong in his abs. He tried to pull himself a flight of steps, using all his upper body strength. While this shows progression, the true progress that his legs and his hips are involved in the movements. there is a little hip movement and he is trying to stand. He pulls him his legs towards the step but can't plant his feet firmly on the ground. however, the new braces are slightly lighter and more flexible than the last pair. They stay on longer while he crawls. Which is great bc then he can crawl and try to stand up on his own.
The evaluation prompted some inner conflict. Some progression is good but also can be taken out of context. For instance, he earns points for crawling up the stairs. However, he achieved it by only using his upper body. So does that really earn him the points demonstrating progression?! I don't think so. Its doesn't show the progression in his legs and hips which are really at issue.
The therapist have ordered the Theratogs, which are like a little girdle that will put him in better posture and keep him in better aligned. We'll see when it will arrive.
Things still to do: SSI application, reaching out to the office of disabilities, and speaking to a contact regarding transportation for children in specialized strollers. Need to update resume and start looking for part time jobs that I can do while caring for Felipe.
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