Levi got his orthopedic inserts today, and you might be thinking of those discrete little insoles that you place inside your shoe. Oh no. In the Ryska family we go big or we go home. These bad boys fit inside his shoes and go up to cover his calves and are hopefully going to provide his stability as he starts to walk. That is, as soon as we find some shoes that they will actually fit in. I'll get a pic up soon, consider it a miracle if Levi is smiling in it, I have a feeling he is going to put up a good fight while getting used to them.I got to physical therapy late today, so I didn't get to witness it myself, which I am pretty bummed about but apparently he was full on crawling. Yes, crawling. Big step for Levi, this gets him to a whole new level and will hopefully allow him to be a bit more autonomous. Last night, he also rolled over in bed, another second "first" of his life. It's funny that since he is our second born that his first rolls and crawls didn't quite get as much attention as they might have if he was our first born. (sorry buddy) However, he is sure making up for the lack of sufficient celebration now that he has a second chance in making these milestones! Levi, we are so proud of you!
Some other exciting news that you may have missed is that Kade and Levi are getting a little brother! Yes, come early March we will be preparing our home to welcome a new baby. It still seems overwhelming now to think of having a newborn and Levi to contend with, but I know that a lot can change in the coming months, especially with the progress Levi is making.
The photo above isn't the best shot of Levi, but I wanted to try to get a shot showing the progress on his eye. Pretty good, huh! It's so nice to be able to look at Levi in both eyes.
Off to shoe shop,
Kara
YAY!!!!! I'm so proud of him! It's so good to see that eye of his! Keep it up buddy!
ReplyDeleteCongratulations on your pregnancy! I am so happy to hear how much better Levi has been doing. I have been following along since Jess sent your blog to me. Thank you so much for your sweet comment on my blog and for your prayers. I have been praying for all of you and telling everyone I know about you guys for their prayers too!
ReplyDeleteLevi, you are such a champ! Proud of you and your amazing parents!
ReplyDeleteLove ya,
Lindsey
Brought tears to my eyes to see the improvement in Levi's eye! Thank you Kara for sharing your beautiful little boy with us as you go through this journey. Congradulations on boy #3....you are in God's hands and my heart.
ReplyDeletehe looks soooo good! Thanks for sharing photos and all that is going on in the hospital. What a great comment on the "firsts". you are so right that we just dont give them credit when they are kid #2. So exciting you get to celebrate with him on these firsts!! Congrats. jess
ReplyDeleteHe looks awesome.. so cute, and still smiling.. GOD is good. Congratulations Kara, another baby boy. You are blessed, even on those days when you may not feel like it. I am praying that Levi copes with all the discomforts and difficulties and proves over and over, that He is more than a conqueror. May the LORD be a hedge about you all, your glory and the lifter of your head.
ReplyDeleteHe looks great! So wonderful to see that eye open =). He is such an inspiration, and we continue to pray for improvements on a daily basis! - Jennifer Kenny
ReplyDeleteSo good to know he's healing, thank you Jesus!
ReplyDeleteI am so excited!!! It's so great to see pictures!!! His eye is really open! Praise the Lord!!! So glad to hear he is crawling!! He will improve %100 with God! Stay strong you two!
ReplyDeleteWay to go, Levi!! Congratulations on the pregnancy, also. Glad to see the eye opening up more!
ReplyDeleteHis eye is looking so good! That is such a blessing that he has been able to get it open on his own...so no surgery, right? I can't wait to see the new inserts/shoes! I'm praying for you all and wish I could visit more/do more. Know I'm thinking of you and love you guys! Can't wait to see you...hopefully sooner rather than later.
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