Caring for a newborn in a pavlik harness can seem daunting. I’ve broken down my top tips for caring for them and yourself at what can feel like me a difficult time.
Our hip dysplasia journey- One year on from the Pavlik harness
One year on since we made the change from double nappies to the pavlik harness- and how things have changed! We’ve hit milestones and we have a walker!
Dear DDH parent. An open letter to hip dysplasia families
Dear DDH parent, the one feeling fearful for what lies ahead for their baby after a diagnosis of hip dysplasia. I get you. I know how you feel and the questions you have. But always know, I’ve got you.
What happens at the hip dysplasia check up?
It’s been six months since our last appointment at the Hip Dysplasia DDH clinic where the pavlik harness was removed. This time it’s an X-Ray- so what happens?
How to dress a baby in a Pavlik harness
Where do you even start when dressing a baby with hip dysplasia (DDH) whose fitted with a Pavlik Harness? Hopefully these handy hints will get you on your way.
Behind the scenes- Primark and Dumbo collaboration
So I’ve been keeping a teeny weeny secret from you. Just over a month or so ago, when Ace was still undergoing his hip dysplasia treatment, he featured in the latest Disney collaboration with Primark, Dumbo.
Our hip dysplasia journey- Hip Hip Hooray!
Hip hip hooray! We are officially Pavlik Harness free from today! Our DDH journey has come to an end for now, and we wouldn’t of got here without your support.
Our hip dysplasia journey- hip healthy seats
When your baby is placed in a Pavlik Harness for hip dysplasia treatment it’s hard to know which products you can trust to be hip friendly. So here’s my guide of what has worked for us.
Know the signs of hip dysplasia
This week is Hip Health Week with Steps charity, whose aim it is to raise awareness and promote early detection of Hip Dysplasia (DDH). You can help spread their message by sharing their posts and even sharing your story.
Tummy time and feeding a baby with hip dysplasia
Adapting your feeding positions, whether it breast or bottle, is often the first struggle with a baby in a Pavlik Harness, but luckily a handy feeding cushion may just become your best friend
Our hip dysplasia journey- Pavlik harness success!
I can’t believe I’m typing this. A fortnight ago we were awaiting a meeting with Aces consultant, fearing the worst and praying for progress. Today we are talking about removing the Pavlik Harness after having a successful hip dysplasia appointment!
Our hip dysplasia journey- from double nappies to the Pavlik harness
Having a diagnosis of hip dysplasia (DDH) and the fitting of a Pavlik Harness can be worrying, or even distressing. But it’s true what they say- babies do generally adapt quickly and it is much harder for us, the parents.