We took Parker to UVA on Monday to visit his neurologist. Although we thought his checkup would be fine, we couldn't help to feel somewhat nervous. The doctor spoke with us for about an hour before Parker's actual exam. I have three college degrees, including my masters, and I have never been more nervous for an exam in my entire life...and it wasn't even mine! :) I actually felt myself willing Parker to get an 'A'. The chief resident and attending both examined Parker. The result......completely NORMAL! They have discontinued his medication and scheduled a follow up appointment for NEXT year! We are thrilled! The doctor even said that Parker exhibited characteristics of a 4 month old! So not only is he normal....he's advanced! :)
We would like to thank all the staff at Lewis Gale Medical Center and The University of Virginia NICU. Their medical expertise and gracious bedside manner meant the world to us. We would also like to thank everyone who prayed for us and sent words of encouragement. It's amazing how much love we felt during the most difficult time of our lives. But most importantly, we would like to thank GOD for giving us the opportunity to raise Parker. We feel so blessed that we were chosen as his parents. We know GOD has big things in store for Parker...and we promise not to let either of them down!
I hope to update the blog monthly to share Parker's progress.
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