Yesterday we visited Brett's orthopaedic surgeon again for his 12 week visit. Brett was originally told that he would be able to walk at his 6 week visit but because the break was a really bad break and the doctor could tell that Brett was a really active boy, he ordered Brett to 6 more weeks of no weight bearing. That was pretty hard for Brett to take, so coming up to his 12 week appointment he was completely preparing himself that he may get 6 more weeks of the wheelchair. I think he was scared to hope because of the letdown he had at his 6 week appointment.
So, when the doctor walked in the room yesterday, the first thing he said was, "Well, get up. Let me see you walk." Brett looked at me and smiled from ear to ear! Then, he stood up and walked to the doctor. The doctor told Brett to take it slow because he had to cut through all of the muscle in his leg to implant the rod, and his leg has not been used in 3 months. He has to wait 6 more weeks before he can run or play any sports, but nothing could hamper my joy when I watched my baby walk out of the hospital all on his own yesterday!! Thank you Jesus!!
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