Jason and I were talking a few weeks ago when we were at the hospital visiting Morgan. We were walking with Jack towards the cafeteria. Jason asked if we could get a special needs stroller. I told him I don't think insurance would pay because we just got the wheelchair. When we're out we use an umbrella stroller. We haven't incorporated the wheelchair into every day life because he still needs a lot of practice on how to manually push himself. He does great at school -- the PT uses a HUGE ball and entices him to wheel down the hall to get the ball. The school has been FABULOUS with using equipment. Jack uses his walker most of the day -- even out on the playground. They are so great about not letting the kids in one piece of equipment for more than 15-20 minutes at a time. It's amazing because there are several kids who aren't walking yet and they tend to each of their needs so well. I am grateful for this.
With all of that being said, we are still using the stroller 100% of the time on outings. When we went to the seating clinic I originally wanted the Maclaren Major -- so I went online and started pricing. I happened to check ebay and found a brand new Maclaran Major for just over $300 compared to the $500-$800 they are being sold for! I used the buy it now feature and it should be here very soon.
I guess I just thought the wheelchair would be our ticket to Jack's freedom. He will get better and the chair is awesome, I just thought it would be easier for him. If he could use it independently there would be no need to get a stroller...but like most things it's going to take time and practice!
I guess I am just looking for reassurance that this kiddo will find independent mobility...and I am trying not to get discouraged because I am SO PROUD of everything he CAN do -- like using his walker and wheeling the best he can in his chair.
With all of that being said, we are still using the stroller 100% of the time on outings. When we went to the seating clinic I originally wanted the Maclaren Major -- so I went online and started pricing. I happened to check ebay and found a brand new Maclaran Major for just over $300 compared to the $500-$800 they are being sold for! I used the buy it now feature and it should be here very soon.
I guess I just thought the wheelchair would be our ticket to Jack's freedom. He will get better and the chair is awesome, I just thought it would be easier for him. If he could use it independently there would be no need to get a stroller...but like most things it's going to take time and practice!
I guess I am just looking for reassurance that this kiddo will find independent mobility...and I am trying not to get discouraged because I am SO PROUD of everything he CAN do -- like using his walker and wheeling the best he can in his chair.
Thanks for the review! It's time for us to start looking into other options.
ReplyDeleteLet me know how the stroller fits!
Hey Buddy, What a neat stroller that is! It looks like the "Cadillac" of strollers and who better to have one! I'm so excited for you. And Mommy and Daddy, don't worry about him using his wheelchair, he'll get the hang of it, just give him some time. He's a smart little cookie, when it clicks, he'll be rolling like a "Mad Man". Look at everything else he has figured out, some things that we as adults would never have thought of.
ReplyDeleteJack, are you taking good care of your little sister? I'll bet you are a great Mommy's helper. Mommy and Daddy are so lucky to have the both of you. What precious little angels you are!!
Take care and we'll see you soon
Love Grammie
PS: Jack, the pools' almost ready for you to take a dip!
Hi Angela.
ReplyDeleteIt sounds as if Jack is well on his way to independent mobility. Using a walker to get around is a huge accomplishment!
We recently got a manual wheelchair for Max, and it has been fun watching him steer the thing and get around on his own. We "save" the wheelchair for trips to the hospital and outings where I know he'll have plenty of space to roam around as he pleases. And, he needs LOTS of space.
Take good care,
Heesun
I hope the stroller works out okay. You are so lucky to find one on Ebay.
ReplyDeleteMoo hasn't got his wheelchair yet but I know that he is going to spend a huge amount of time going around in circles. The wheelchair we are getting him has a push stick so that we can use it when he gets tired (or when we need for him to go in a straight line). But I think on trips to the shopping centre we will continue to use the stroller. It's just easier that way.
G has a mobile stander, and I was so excited when we got it, thinking he'd be zooming around. So far, it's a struggle everytime. It's hard to overcome that discouragement sometimes.
ReplyDeleteThe stroller looks wonderful, and I hope it works out great!
It's tough.
ReplyDeleteYes, keep us updated.
We have the Pixie. It works very well and I love it.
Ooo time and patience, isn't that always the case for everything. Just as well we're not quick fix junkies.
ReplyDeleteBest wishes