Quinn for available for adoption because he has something called brachial plexus injury, which is when the nerves in the shoulder are either stretched or torn during birth. An update before we left said he couldn't pick anything up with his right hand, so we were pretty worried.
Miraculously, all appears well. He immediately grasped a ring toy with his right hand, although he doesn't hold onto it long. He also grabbed my finger with no problem. His right thumb does appear quite weak and he definitely favors his left hand, but I'm not worried. Ronnie gave us some exercises to do (thanks, Ron - mom, can you send her this blog address?) and we'll start working with him today.
2 comments:
Hey Jill and Tom!
I am so glad to hear the brachial plexus injury isn't as severe as feared. Daniel and I just devoured the pictures of Quinn, and he is just gorgeous!
We are so looking forward to meeting him, and will be following your blog eagerly.
Love to your newly expanded family!
♥ Ronnie
Oh my gosh, I have been so excited to get to read your posts today -- I'm so happy for you both and little Quinn! You all look just perfect together.
Tons of love and a few happy tears,
xoxo,
Caroline, Dennis and Mira
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