Back at the beginning of May we had to spend a bit of time in hospital with my eldest daughter as she'd developed a limp. We had such support and nice messages from the blog I thought I'd give you all a little update on how things are going.
Yesterday my daughter and I took a little trip to Birmingham children hospital to see a specialist for the second time.
We tried to make it a little adventure for her as we really don't want her to dread visits to hospitals so a little bit of effort goes a long way. Her sister stayed with Grandma so it was just me and her and I decided we should get the train in (she loves trains almost as much as I hate using them), it was her first proper train ride and she was as good as gold and so excited. In fact a woman even stopped me to tell me how well behaved she was which was really nice!
We had a picnic on the train and when we got to New Street Station (which is more like an airport than a train station) she stayed close to me, was really alert and not phased by it at all, bare in mind that we don't go anywhere built up very often as I try to steer clear of anything larger than our village!
We then got a taxi (another first) to the hospital to go for an ultra sound on her joints. Here it showed she still has fluid on her hip joints but it's got slightly better. We then had to wait a little while to see the specialist who told us that the operation booked for Wednesday wasn't going to happen now (hurray!) as he's happy that things are getting better on their own. Before leaving we then had to do blood tests (which she hates and are horrible for a little person), But I tried to make up for it by going for a grown up meal afterwards (with ice cream!).
Getting the train home I was reflecting on how lucky we are, this limp seems to sorting itself out now and when you go to a dedicated children's hospital it really puts things in perspective when you see other poorly children.
Also I was so proud of my little girl, she's only three and a half but acted like a grown up all day, was really brave, I didn't have to tell her off at all and she was great company - we catted all day! She also reminds me so much of my wife in her temperament and demeanour that I can't help but smile at some of the things she does!
We have to go back in four weeks time for another check up but we're hoping by then it'll almost be completely gone.
It sounds like a really good day for you both....other than the blood tests. No wonder you're so proud of her, she was obviously a little star.
ReplyDeleteThats really good news Kev and well done to you and your better half for having such good parenting skills :-)
ReplyDeleteWonderful news :) Sounds like your little one is a credit to you and your wife - and a star in her own right :)
ReplyDeleteshe's probably too young to fully remember this day - but imagine, when she thinks back and remembers her leg problem only faintly - she'll also remember a fantastic day with her father in the city! you are such a good father kev! and like the others said - your 2 girls (and the new baby) are a testament to you and your wife! sending much love!
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Wonderful to hear about this Kev:) We're looking to more good news later on. Well behaved children just don't happen...it's all due to the input of good parenting. Keep running the race, you and your wife are doing great:)
ReplyDeleteGood news , and your daughter is a little gem. So hard to see them getting blood tests though but she was amazing.
ReplyDeleteThat is fabulous news.
ReplyDeleteThe way you are with your girls reminds me of my Dad. They are lucky girls indeed.
Jane x
That's great. I'm glad her leg is getting better on its own.
ReplyDeleteSo pleased to read good news, and a perfect day together, clever you for turning the day to a positive adventure.
ReplyDeleteIt is very, very hard on a parent when a child has issues. I'm glad to hear that things are going well for your daughter, and hopefully it will all be behind you both one of these days. The trip down sounds really nice.
ReplyDeleteVery good news hope her hips continue to heal.
ReplyDeleteSounds like the two of you went on a great adventure. Hopefully your daughter will remember the train ride the most and the blood work the least!! So glad her hip is improving on its own. Will she be starting school this year or next?
ReplyDeleteVery glad for the update, and what a relief that it seems to be resolving on its own. Sounds like she was very brave and I'm sure your treats were an excellent reward!
ReplyDeletegreat news kev! i think your daughter will remember this day for the rest of her life. she sounds lovely!
ReplyDeleteGood news indeed. Fingers crossed for everything being OK very soon.
ReplyDeleteI am so pleased for you in many ways....that you have a good relationship with your daughter, that her little body is healing on its own, and that you shared a lovely day together which will stay in both your memories forever.
ReplyDeleteI'm really pleased to hear it went well. I know it will be a huge relief to avoid an op. Glad she enjoyed the day, bless her.
ReplyDeleteI'm glad you had some good news, nothing more worrying if its your child in hospital x
ReplyDeleteGreat news. Lets hope she mends all on her own. Good stuff
ReplyDeleteSo pleased for your little girl, that's really good news. You are a model father, and it's so refreshing to see a well-behaved child these days, just goes to show what a good upbringing can do.
ReplyDeleteThat's brilliant news, and it sounds like you had a lovely day together too. It's nice to have one to one time with children isn't it, all too often they go everywhere together and you miss out on the little moments that this sort of precious time can bring.
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