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18 month check up



Maddy got her 18 month check up today. I always dread those because it seems that the doc always has something bad to say but he seemed very satisfied with how she is doing. She was 15lb 4oz and 29 and 3/8 in. So she has grown. Her height and head size are on a good curve so I think with it being that way consistently he really is starting to think that her weight is just her and maybe due to lack of muscle tone due to her arthrogryposis. He also made Aaron's day because he said he thought her intelligence was above average for her age. She was showing the doc all her body parts (eyes, mouth, toes, etc.) and he was pretty impressed with that. Anyhow, just wanted to thank everyone for all the prayers for Maddy. Say a prayer of praise for a good report today and keep praying for us!

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Tracey S. said…
I'm glad to read the doctor is happy with her growth. Kids with Arthrogryposis are usually underweight for age and sometimes shorter in height as well. I have Arthrogryposis in all limbs. There is a growth chart for kiddos with Arthrogryposis. Let me know if you'd like to know where to access it at! tracey@amcsupport.org
October 14, 2010 at 12:33 PM
Sarah Kirksey said…
Oh yay! So glad Dr. Grubb was nice to y'all this time! :)
October 14, 2010 at 1:40 PM
Chrissy Cross said…
So thankful that he did not give you a hard time! Sooooo, does this mean no more oil??? :)
October 14, 2010 at 3:30 PM
Ms. Embry said…
That's encouraging! You've had to carry that nagging little thought in the back of your head for so long about her weight so it's nice to finally hear the doctor be okay with it. Sometimes it's hard to believe Maddy is only 18 months...I can't remember what it was like not to have Maddy around! :-)
October 14, 2010 at 4:11 PM
bee said…
That is neat to know there is a growth chart for kids with Maddy's condition. Will check that out for sure. Of course we all knew that Maddy was way above average in intelligence. : )
October 14, 2010 at 8:51 PM
Blabber said…
I'm not that surprised about the smarts part. You both r super geniuses so maddy got it natural. Glad to hear she got a good report!
October 15, 2010 at 3:28 PM
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