Adventures in KAndylaND
August: Our Family's Diaversary Month
by Christy Vacchio
For every parent, the birth of their child is a significant month. But for the parent of a child with a rare disease, or a significant diagnosis, the month of diagnosis is also a time that is forever remembered. For some, especially in the diabetes world, we call this our "Diaversary". August is always a hard month for us because both of our children were diagnosed with a rare form of diabetes that month. Neonatal Diabetes
Towers of Pillows
by Christy
Anybody who has a child on the spectrum or with SPD probably took one peak at that title and shook their head in understanding. “Yep, my kid does that too” you’re saying. Sometimes I look at Andy and just think, … Continue reading →
Katie’s New Diagnosis
by Christy
This is an overdue post. We’ve now been in the Cincinnati area for over a year and we have been slowly getting the kids settled into their new team of doctors at Cincinnati Children’s. After meeting with the endocrinologist, neurologist … Continue reading →
Mom’s Bright Idea! Let’s Go For A Walk!
by Christy
If you are a parent of at least one child on the spectrum or with SPD or motor delays, you will no doubt relate to this story. When I see other children outside playing in their yards or close to … Continue reading →
Developmental Milestones
by Christy Vacchio
It’s amazing how fast 3 months go by. It seems like just yesterday, we were welcoming our little baby girl Katie into this world. Now she is 3 months old and so far seems to be developing normally. She smiles … Continue reading →
