PBMT - Day 185
Adrian had another session of Physio at DK this morning. Other than the normal routines, the therapist was trying to train Adrian to use the other foot to go up/down the stairs (his right foot is stronger than the left one). He refused to do so after several trials, we thought he was just too tired using his left foot all the time. Nonetheless, Adrian enjoyed his Physio session there.
Both Papa & Mama started to develop some cold symptoms in the past 2 days (Papa being the first one!). Now that we share the same bedroom with Adrian, we both rushed to see a doctor quickly and have been wearing masks at home....
June 9, 2008
PBMT - Day 182
We took Adrian to the HK Central Library this morning. Adrian is registered for the first session at the Toy Library. At each 45 mins play session, we have the privilege to borrow toys (they have up to 1,400 toys/education kits) and to use the facilities there. We got there 20 mins before the session started and then we realized we forgot to bring a pair of socks for Adrian (kids have to wear socks before getting in). So Papa went "socks" shopping in the neighborhood and luckily there's socks for sale in the library gift shop. The session flew by quickly and Adrian seemed to enjoy the experience. The play area is not as big though they do carry lots of toys in their inventory. Guess we can't complain too much since it was a free service!
We're on our way to the library - Adrian's first ride on the minibus.
We took Adrian to the HK Central Library this morning. Adrian is registered for the first session at the Toy Library. At each 45 mins play session, we have the privilege to borrow toys (they have up to 1,400 toys/education kits) and to use the facilities there. We got there 20 mins before the session started and then we realized we forgot to bring a pair of socks for Adrian (kids have to wear socks before getting in). So Papa went "socks" shopping in the neighborhood and luckily there's socks for sale in the library gift shop. The session flew by quickly and Adrian seemed to enjoy the experience. The play area is not as big though they do carry lots of toys in their inventory. Guess we can't complain too much since it was a free service!
We're on our way to the library - Adrian's first ride on the minibus.
June 7, 2008
PBMT - Day 180
Today marks the 180th day past transplant for Adrian which means he can now be officially off from some of the medication incl. Acyclovir & Septrin. But we are going to continue giving them to him until we get the doc confirmation on our next QM appointment on June 23rd. Initially, Adrian had his 3rd ST session this morning but it was canceled (and will be rescheduled) due to the Black Rainstorm warning issued early in the morning.
We later went out for lunch after the Rainstorm warning was off. There's a funny episode where Adrian poo'ed when we were having lunch at the restaurant. Unfortunately there's no facilities like the changing table in the restaurant and the captain was kind enough that he let us change Adrian in the bride's room. It was very funny afterall.... we felt sorry for the bride who'll be using this room!
Today marks the 180th day past transplant for Adrian which means he can now be officially off from some of the medication incl. Acyclovir & Septrin. But we are going to continue giving them to him until we get the doc confirmation on our next QM appointment on June 23rd. Initially, Adrian had his 3rd ST session this morning but it was canceled (and will be rescheduled) due to the Black Rainstorm warning issued early in the morning.
We later went out for lunch after the Rainstorm warning was off. There's a funny episode where Adrian poo'ed when we were having lunch at the restaurant. Unfortunately there's no facilities like the changing table in the restaurant and the captain was kind enough that he let us change Adrian in the bride's room. It was very funny afterall.... we felt sorry for the bride who'll be using this room!
June 6, 2008
PBMT - Day 179
We had an OT appointment at DK this morning for Adrian's motor skills assessment. However, we realized it was actually a hand-eye coordination assessment as soon as we entered the room and met with the therapist. The whole process didn't take too long and with the help of various toys, Adrian did cooperate this time. The Therapist gave Adrian marks as he played on different toys to evaluate how well he can perform. She will get back to us on the result once she's finished all the number crunching. And the good news is Adrian wasn't that far behind from the preliminary result! She suggested a few tools/toys (e.g. threading beads onto a string, playing with baby scissors and screwing/unscrewing bottles) which may help to train Adrian for the time being. Apart from the Physiotherapist, the Occupational Therapist once again concluded that Adrian is left-handed after this assessment!!!
We had an OT appointment at DK this morning for Adrian's motor skills assessment. However, we realized it was actually a hand-eye coordination assessment as soon as we entered the room and met with the therapist. The whole process didn't take too long and with the help of various toys, Adrian did cooperate this time. The Therapist gave Adrian marks as he played on different toys to evaluate how well he can perform. She will get back to us on the result once she's finished all the number crunching. And the good news is Adrian wasn't that far behind from the preliminary result! She suggested a few tools/toys (e.g. threading beads onto a string, playing with baby scissors and screwing/unscrewing bottles) which may help to train Adrian for the time being. Apart from the Physiotherapist, the Occupational Therapist once again concluded that Adrian is left-handed after this assessment!!!
June 4, 2008
PBMT - Day 177
Where we live now is a eight-storey building. At one point in time today, Mama thought why didn't she take Adrian out to walk up/down the stairs in our building as practice? She put it in action just before shower time and Adrian got so excited when he knew he was about to get out of the house. We've spent roughly 15 mins walking up the floors, literally "visiting" each flat on each floor up until we reached the rooftop where we had a glimpse of the tall buildings across the harbour on the Kowloon side. Both of us felt very refreshed and it's an excellent exercise to keep up with an energetic toddler, yet a good practice for Adrian in taking the stairs!
Where we live now is a eight-storey building. At one point in time today, Mama thought why didn't she take Adrian out to walk up/down the stairs in our building as practice? She put it in action just before shower time and Adrian got so excited when he knew he was about to get out of the house. We've spent roughly 15 mins walking up the floors, literally "visiting" each flat on each floor up until we reached the rooftop where we had a glimpse of the tall buildings across the harbour on the Kowloon side. Both of us felt very refreshed and it's an excellent exercise to keep up with an energetic toddler, yet a good practice for Adrian in taking the stairs!
June 3, 2008
PBMT - Day 176
The wound on Adrian's chest has completely healed and he can finally enjoy a carefree bath with no more plastic bag holding the tube nor micropore tape!!! We have been looking forward to this day and today we've decided to give Adrian a shower instead of a bath. We are happy that Adrian liked his first showering experience. It's neat with no more water splashes on the bathroom floor!
Adrian is ready for the shower...
Adrian in PJ...
The wound on Adrian's chest has completely healed and he can finally enjoy a carefree bath with no more plastic bag holding the tube nor micropore tape!!! We have been looking forward to this day and today we've decided to give Adrian a shower instead of a bath. We are happy that Adrian liked his first showering experience. It's neat with no more water splashes on the bathroom floor!
Adrian is ready for the shower...
Adrian in PJ...
June 1, 2008
PBMT - Day 174
Mama had a small gathering with 12 other Sick Kids' moms this evening. It's a very special experience that we meet each other OUTSIDE of the hospital the first time (at least Mama's first time) and catch up with one another. We had a feast where we ordered more than 10 dishes of seafood plus a few bottles of beer. It feels like the hospital life all flashes back in our memories. It saddened me to learn that a few of the kids whom were diagnosed cancer around the same time as Adrian have passed away recently. They all love to hang out with Adrian at K8N that time... let's hope the Little Angels will watch over Adrian up there!!
Mama had a small gathering with 12 other Sick Kids' moms this evening. It's a very special experience that we meet each other OUTSIDE of the hospital the first time (at least Mama's first time) and catch up with one another. We had a feast where we ordered more than 10 dishes of seafood plus a few bottles of beer. It feels like the hospital life all flashes back in our memories. It saddened me to learn that a few of the kids whom were diagnosed cancer around the same time as Adrian have passed away recently. They all love to hang out with Adrian at K8N that time... let's hope the Little Angels will watch over Adrian up there!!
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