| Thursday, May 17, 2007 |
| Progress? Report |
So, Tre` had his six month review for an Early Intervention Progress Summary. He has been receiving Developmental Intervention (DI) and Physical Therapy (PT). DI and PT have been sharing the responsibilities of Speech Therapy (ST) but he hasn’t been provided with the services until now. I didn’t like the idea but they felt as though they were equipped enough to do the job. With our efforts he has been tolerating oral stimulation and up to 30mls of baby food. Tre` can stick out his tongue, do raspberries, make clicking noises with his tongue, and babbles. Now, this may not impress he average mom with a 16 month old but it would to a mom with half the issues my son has.
He still fights and gag with food but it’s a lot better it was when he first got home. I’ve been giving him Gerber Graduates, lollipops, and using a Z-vibe religiously. He’s getting better and better at it. At times he’d just pay with it. I’m not sure if he gets the concept of food as of yet, though. HoWeVeR!!!! Last week we were all hanging out in his room watching TV when I wanted a Drake’s Devil Dog. I put it in his face and he OF COURSE frowned when it touched his lips…but he didn’t gag. I put it to his mouth again and he licked it, then he opened his mouth a little for it. This lasted for some time.
We’re also clapping when asked. Yay!!! We’d say, “Tre`…clap clap.” First he’d most likely smile or blush (yes, guess who decided to be shy overnight) then he’d clap. He’s very consistent with it, too. I’m working o getting him to wave, now. Tre` has mastered the "No" syndrome. Whenever, he doesn’t want something or refuses, there is no hesitation. Note to self: teach Tre` yes.
Area of Development
Communication
6 months with scatters to 10 months
Cognitive Development
9 months
Gross Motor Development
3 to 5 months
Fine Motor Development
9 months
Social/ Emotional Development
9 months
Adaptive/ Self-Help Development
Unknown...for now
It appears that the therapist would like to blame his trach for the most part of his delays. It makes since because he's attached to a vent and unable to explore as much as a child his age should. |
posted by Tre's Mom @ 3:50 AM  |
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His assessment sounds wonderful! It's really not too far off from my own dd's (except she has a score for self-help). You are doing a wonderful job!! And Tre is obviously holding up his end of the bargain :)
Be proud, Mama. But I know you already are!
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His assessment sounds wonderful! It's really not too far off from my own dd's (except she has a score for self-help). You are doing a wonderful job!! And Tre is obviously holding up his end of the bargain :)
Be proud, Mama. But I know you already are!