Almost a year ago, Will was fitted for a Benik's vest to help with trunk support issues and his sensory "problems".It was back then that Will was barely able to stand without additional help and was no where near walking.
It had been our hope that giving Will support would lead to him being able to stand up straight, and finally take some steps like a big guy.
Four months after being fitted for his vest, Will was really walking and the miracles in our life finally began to become evident.
Just this week, another big move was made to help Will to really be able to get on the move and keep up with his sister a little better.
He was fitted for Sure Step ankle braces.His physical therapist, Patti, came out with Dr Horn, to the house and they measured Will. Of course, Will was not happy one little bit about being held in place and cried quite a bit.
Emma was actually really worried about Will and kept patting his head and telling him "It's ok, Will."
So cute!
God has never seemed to amaze me where Will is concerned, so I am hopeful and excited to see what He has in store for Will now.....
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31 comments:
AWESOME!!
My son had a sensory vest for awhile ~ I love all the "stuff" available today to help our children!
Hurray for little bits of help! Emma and ethan would get along great with theri caring for theri brothers. He tells Hunter it'll be okay and pats him wehn Hunter gets upset about having something done.
Will is a miracle! God is so good!
God is such a miracle worker. and Will is such a godsend. He is a special child and how much Emma cares for him is so sweet!
I'm so glad he continues to do well with his therapy!
Hi, stopped by from SITS. You were above me in the comments. I loved reading your story about your family. I come from a family of 9 and have lots of good memories of being surrounded by sisters and brothers.
Oh, the empathy! I just love it. Good luck with the ankle braces Will, you can do it!
Oh cute Emma! I hope this makes a difference. I am sure God has much in store for all of us to learn in Will's life.
That is amazing! Only 4 months later!!
God has big plan for him!!
Happy WW!
those ankle braces are brilliant, I know them as AFO's, and just realised that i have no clue why lol!! anyway, they made a huge difference to deion, not for walking, but weight bearing, and also just to make sure his feet were in the right position for sitting.
the body brace looks brilliant though, deion and aaron both had the harder plastic type, and hated them, these look so much better, i'm going to show this to our physio actally, see what she thinks.
you are all doign well, the improvemnet is heartwarming,
have a great day
Oh, the places he'll go!!
It's amazing what they can do for kids with challenges like that! That's awesome!
i love the fact that emma is RIGHT there! i'm so proud of him!!! is he talking more?
mom said emma will sometimes "talk" to her on the phone now, but that she cant always understand what shes saying. too cute :)
candi
That is awesome. Joey had a sensory vest...reminds me he needs to get fitted for a bigger one.
Love Emma's concern for hre brother.
That is fantastic!
I've never seen either of these "devices". What a blessing for your son! I would love to hear more.
I hope these braces help to keep Will moving forward, literally!
It never ceases to amaze me the bond with twins. Kendyl and Kaleb do the same thing with the care and concern!!!
his progress is so great. I am sure that he will be running soon.
What a great story!!! Will is so strong and so precious! :)
Wow. Go Will (and Go Will's Mommy!!)
Happy Wednesday! :)
Will is going to rock those braces. He keeps beating the odds. No reason for him to stop now
Hoping the braces help Will! I remember when he got that vest. He will amaze you--you'll see.
What a truly inspirational post! God always puts what we need in our path at just the right time:) Hooray for Will!
Awesome! Thanks so much for sharing...
Poor little Will.
Sounds like you are on the right path. My Owen went through similar challenges and we found that the chiropractor also really really helped to strengthen/straighten Owen's legs and feet.
Yeah for progress! SO sweet that Emma was there to comfort him and make sure he was ok. Such a good sister!
I see so much in Will's future! THe sky's the limit!
Oh Emma's little loving concern in that bottom image just warms my heart so!
What a picture!
Happy Way Back When-esday---
Thanks for playing along, Debi!
That is just wonderful! Truly wonderful. Thanks for sharing the pictures and thanks for stopping by and leaving a comment. I emailed you the winner of my I Spy Pillow.
Soon enough there'll be no slowing him down! Although from the videos you have posted previously that boy can get some speed up when he wants to! What a wonderful sister he has to comfort him.
So amazed by my, I mean your, little Will man! He has come so far! Give him a big ol' hug for me! Love you guys!
I watch a little on who wears those braces, she thinks they are so cool!
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