Spica: Week 1

So we survived our first week with the Spica cast. It went incredibly well. Diapering is a bit annoying (especially at 2 am) but we're figuring it out. We were lucky this week that Scott's parents stayed with us and helped us get through the initial trials, but honestly, it couldn't have gone better. Madelyn has really taken to her cast and it doesn't seem to bother her. Many people say that Hip Dysplasia doesn't hurt, but she has been amazing while in her cast, way better than the many days without it. So who knows. Scott says it's because she hasn't lost any mobility.

So how does one entertain an immobile 6 month old? Lots of hugging, cuddling,




trying new foods,




and of course, time with grandma and grandpa.


Overall, it was a great week. Madelyn learned to laugh out loud and would laugh all night! Becky and Maddy went to their first parenting co-op class in Richland. It was pretty fun and they met some other moms and their babes.

Madelyn had her 6 month checkup with some vaccines and a flu shot, in both arms. An unfortunate side effect of the cast. She once again proved how tough she is and had a pretty great day. We are blessed to have such a happy, adorable, sweet baby.