Today was a big day! Edison and I went back to Philly for his big 12 month evaluation with neonatology. This is the big visit where he is seen by a developmental psychologist, the doctor and nurse practitioner and a physical therapist. It is a loooong day! The appointment alone was over 3 hours and Edison hadn't had a good nap so it was NOT a good time.
In general they are pleased with Edison's progress, although it is slow. Based on his "corrected" age he should be about at a 12 month level. Cognitively he's about 8 or 9 months, and his motor skills (sitting, etc.) are about 6 months. They are concerned because he has "moderately" low muscle tone so this is something they will watch carefully and will likely impact his continuing progress.
The thing they are the most encouraged about is the fact that he is so social, smiley and just "there". That accounts for a lot.
They are pleased with his growth in general although he is a shorty. I'm sure those of you that know his mom are surprised. :)
In general they are pleased with Edison's progress, although it is slow. Based on his "corrected" age he should be about at a 12 month level. Cognitively he's about 8 or 9 months, and his motor skills (sitting, etc.) are about 6 months. They are concerned because he has "moderately" low muscle tone so this is something they will watch carefully and will likely impact his continuing progress.
The thing they are the most encouraged about is the fact that he is so social, smiley and just "there". That accounts for a lot.
They are pleased with his growth in general although he is a shorty. I'm sure those of you that know his mom are surprised. :)
posted by Jen | 5:45 PM
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All things considered, this is a good report. I looked back at previous pictures posted here, and I noted the one where he's on all fours and the ones where he sits briefly without assistance. Those were things he was unable to do six weeks ago, so he'll just keep right on chugging up these hills, smiling with every mile climbed! Bless his little heart - I love him so.
dobie
That's "Aunt Dobie" :)
Sorry I didn't answer the question about the "fish shirt". Of course I love it.
The more important thing is that it means something to the Dinkster.
He may not know it now, but he sure will when we go fishing together.
See ya soon.
Love,
Pa
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