His echo and ekg went very well! He still has leaky valves. The way they explained it to us was that it is a side effect from his operation. He will always have them. IF they become a problem, then they will fix them. This could require surgery. IF it gets to that point, it wouldn't be for decadeS down the road....IF it gets to that. He can live with them leaking and not have any issues with it. His cardiologist absolutely expected it. Everything else was good.
Jackson under sedation.
The sedation was difficult. He wasn't the most cooperative with sedation. I scheduled a routine follow-up hearing test after his echo, you know when he's still coming out of sedation. Not exactly a smart move on my part. It didn't go well. They said he still has fluid in his ears, and he was super cranky. We were referred to an ENT for the fluid in his ears.
The ENT recommended tubes if the fluid didn't go away on its own. Good news-it did! No tubes for this boy....at least yet!
He had his 1-year check-up with his pediatrician. He did great! Poor guy had to get 4 shots!!! He weighed in at 24 pounds and 30.25 inches tall. I scheduled Lucy for her 3-year check-up the same day. You know, the whole 2 birds one stone saying. Fortunately for her (and us), she didn't get any shots!
Lucy turned 3 this past month. February and March are big months in our house.
Jackson's 1st birthday was a big cause for celebration. It was a Dr. Seuss themed birthday party. He had a great time and thoroughly enjoyed his cake :)
Monthly birthday banner
Pre-birthday party picture
Jackson also took his first (official) steps on his birthday. He walks like frankenstein at the moment. That'll change as he walks more and more. Super sweet though. Here's a video.
We ventured to Athens for some pre-Easter celebration. Cupcakes were decorated, eggs were colored, and of course hunted. A good time was had by all!
We are currently working on the transition from formula to milk. He really hasn't shown much interest in the bottle lately. Hoping that works in my favor.
He LOVES food!
I want to thank you, dear readers, from the bottom of my heart. I never imagined that so many people would want to read what I had to say and that so many people would care about my little (big) Jack. He is my little miracle that I cherish every day. This blog has been very theraputic for me. I thank you for reading it.
Hard to believe this was one year ago. So many unknowns. What a difference a year makes!
Thank you for following Jackson's Journey. This is just the beginning of his journey's. I so look forward to all that await us!
Love,
Jackson & family
