September 26, 2012. MRI and IAC!

Luke had an MRI last Wednesday to rule out spinal concerns before his surgery. Luke's MRI results were normal, and we are all so grateful!  Surgery is scheduled for Thursday morning, October 4, 7:00 AM at Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center.  Luke needs to arrive at 6:00 AM, so it will be quite an early morning for our family!  Dr. Mehlman will make a small incision above each heal, in order to loosen his tendons.  The incision is so small that it doesn't even require a stitch!  Luke will wear casts for 3 weeks as he heals.  When the casts are removed, he will be fitted for his shoes and bar.  

Luke had a one month follow-up exam today at the International Adoption Center at Cincinnati Children's Hospital.  I was so pleased to learn how well Luke has done in his short time in the States! Luke's head circumference was not yet on the growth chart in late August.  He is now at the 3rd percentile.  He has grown over an inch taller!  Luke has gained 4 pounds since his initial visit on August 20,2012...just over 4 weeks ago!  That brings him from the 3rd percentile to the 15th percentile when compared to other boys Luke's age!  This is just such a blessing!  I couldn't be more happy that the baby is so healthy!
I have to mention that Luke is walking up a storm!  He has been primarily cruising, until now!  He walks all over the house, and just laughs the entire time!  What a joyful boy!