I am a new mom to a two and a half month old little boy with a
uni-lateral cleft lip and palate. He had the surgery to correct
the lip a month ago and has done great. It is amazing what can be
done these days! I praise the medical profession and commend his
plastic surgeon. How fulfilling it must be to know what a
difference he has made in the life of a child.
Prior to my sons first surgery, my husband and I had become
quite attached to our sons defect and wished the world wasn't
such a cruel place that we could leave him how he was sent to us.
We are so proud of our little angel and can't imagine him any
other way.
I know I sound pretty positive and I try to be, but it has
definately been a challenge and I take things day by day. I thank
loving family and friends for all the support.
This is my first experience on the internet and what a
resource I have found this site to be! I have enjoyed reading
others experiences and advice.
When my son was brought out of surgery, it was a shock I
cannot explain. It was like they brought me a new baby. I was
very emotional that day and it took me a while to gain my
composure. I was not prepared for what had happened. This is my
main reason for writing today. My son will have his palate closed
in June and I would like some preparation for what I can expect.
Are their major feeding issues following surgery, what is the
recovery time, etc.?
I am also concerned about language development and hope that
someone can inform me of what I may expect. I know that every
case is different and I can't predict anything, but somewhat of
an idea will help.
I welcome any information or advice anyone would like to
offer. Our son is so precious and we are so blessed to have him
in our lives. I know we face a road of many challenges and I hope
I can be somewhat prepared through research and good people like
yourselves.
Well my little one just woke up and needs some attention, so
I will be going now. Thank You!