Meghan Cawley, 10, of Medina, was beaming as brightly as any of the lights on her as she walked the runway in Hollywood. Meghan, who has congenital hydrocephalus, epilepsy and severe scoliosis, was invited to model shoes that make it easier for kids like her who wear ankle braces, technically called ankle foot orthotics (AFOs). […]
Fluid on brain cause for concern, close monitoring
We had a busy morning in the radiology department at Akron Children’s. The anxiety of watching the ultrasound is a little overwhelming at times. I would like to figure out what’s what. By that time Jordan won’t have ultrasounds any more. Once the fontanel, or soft spot, closes, Jordan will need MRIs. Our meeting with […]
Recounting days 4 and 5 of Jordan’s NICU stay
I am so thankful Dr. Stewart wrote a pass for me to leave Akron General for as long as I wanted while I was still admitted. On Thursday, June 16, we made it over in time to attempt one last breastfeed before Jordan’s shunt placement. It was still a little challenging due to him having […]
3 weeks til’ D-day
What a week! We had our doctors’ appointments with my OB, Dr. John Stewart, and pediatric neurosurgeon Roger Hudgins. I was pretty anxious for the ultrasound, wondering if the ventricles have grown and if there was going to be anything new. It’s one of those times that will always stick out in my mind, watching […]
