Maura had her evaluation with the Physical Therapist and the a Developmental Specialist scheduled for an early 8:00 so she could still nap at her usual time. Kerry and Kristen (who has been working with Nathan) started talking and getting Maura comfortable with them. I explained how I think she favors the leg, has a unique tummy crawl, and stands on her toes a lot. I essentially assumed she just needed help with her muscle strength on the left side, maybe I would learn how to help her a little between visits. But it became apparent that baby girl still has some more complex issues. They want her seen at Childrens or Mass General in the pediatric orthopedics departments, with x rays, scans and accurate measurements taken of her legs because one is noticeably shorter than the other. I could see it plain as day, the therapist kept trying to get a different result but it didn't change. She talked about braces and therapy and inserts for shoes and surgery. It's not a life threatening issue, but it's a complication.
I am kicking myself now for not looking into this sooner, for not making her doctor see the issue, for not speaking up more. As her mom, that's what I should do, and I feel like I failed. All I can take from this is to trust myself more. I know my baby girl, I know basic anatomy and physiology, I know when something isn't quite right.
I think that Maura has a wonderful Mom and Dad and that she will get the help that she needs. I hope that she will love the extra attention she will receive! Love you all, Mom
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