Sunday, August 24, 2008

Barons Casts

Because Barons tendons were so tight at birth his feet didn't fully relax and caused them to be turned inwards and up. This condition is known as Club Feet. In order to treat this condition Rory and I did some extensive research on methods, looking for the best option. Originally the most common method of treatment was to break the babies feet and reset all the bones in the proper position, and cut the tendons to allow the feet to heal in the proper position. Rory and I were pretty sure this was not for us, or our baby. We came across a method, the Ponseti method, developed in the early 50's by Ignacio Ponseti. It consists of a series of casts on both legs that help re-position Barons feet, by lengthening and stretching the Tendons to where they should be. This method has a 95% success rate and so far Baron is responding very well. He is on his third set of casts and is has adjusted well to them! We sure do love him!!


Here are Barons feet and as you can see a little turned in

Baron and Dad, I think his foot is as big as Dads Big Toe!
Cast set Number 1
Baron adjusting very easily, rolling around with his casts!
Tired out after such a good day!

Friday, August 1, 2008

Continuation of Baron's Cuteness

Rory and I have been having so much fun these past few days. We are awed every time we see Baron, which is 24 hours a day! We just can't get over how cute he is! All day long we burp him, feed him, change him, hold him, rock him, and cuddle him. Babies really do bring Joy into your life! Keep enjoying all the beautiful pictures of Baron! And Brand new for everyone to enjoy, We've included some never before seen video footage!

My 2 Babies!
Nappy Nap Baron!

Small Parcel!

Baron Just getting familiar with everything!

Look how tiny he is!

Baron trying to eat up his Daddy's hands!
Mom caught little Baron napping oh so cute!
Did you get those nostrils from your Daddy?
Little Baron being weighed and checked by the sweet nurse!