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Sarah Halstead

You are here: Home | Family | Carsyn | 17 Months

October 11, 2011 By Sarah Halstead

Carsyn | 17 Months

Filed Under: Family, Special Needs Tagged With: carsyn, cerebral palsy, Holoprosencephaly, milestone

Carsyn turns 17 Months Old today. Almost a year and a half. I can not believe how fast time is flying. Carsyn is getting bigger but still not gaining any weight so we are going to see an endocrinologist at Duke on Friday. I am anxious to see if they can do any more test since his thyroid and bone growth came back normal. I am not sure what they are going to do but please pray that it is a productive appointment since it is over 3 hours away. We will be getting up bright and early!

He has started making more sounds. I have heard mama, dada, and something that sounds like ball. He loves saying yum, yum, yum while eating. He also has started saying up after we repeat it several times in speech therapy. He has not said anything  with purpose yet. I can not wait for him to call for me. You know it is funny, you wait and wait for them to talk but then Dustyn calls for me 50 million times a day and you are like why did I want him to talk. ha ha. Just kidding but you know what I mean. He is such a sweet loving boy. He has started kissing on command. It is so adorable and rewarding.

We had been told that he would need that pyogenic granuloma surgically removed from his nose but that went away on its own. It has stayed away. Thanks for all your prayers. I am so happy. I got him this baby sock monkey from Target on Sunday. He LOVES it. We are getting our family photos taken on Saturday by Susan. I can not wait!!

You can see Dustyn at 17 Months. I love looking back but it also makes me a little sad. Just shows how truly different they are. Having Carsyn has truly made me a better person. He has taught me to enjoy the little things. I love him so much and I can’t imagine my life without him. Yes it is hard doing therapy three times a week, doing all the stretches and exercises with him, on top of being the best mom I can be to Dustyn and a mediocre wife to Kenny. When I see his smile and hear his laugh it makes it ALL worth it. I feel blessed that God picked me to be Carsyn’s mom. I am so grateful to have him in my life.

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  1. casey says

    October 15, 2011 at 8:32 am

    This was such a sweet post to your littlest man on his 17th month birthday. Boy the way he looks at you and the camera you can tell he adores his momma:) So awesome to hear about his word progress and that the nose thing went away on it's own. Praise God indeed!! I am eager to here how the appointment went yesterday. I never heard from you and I realized I don't have your phone number on file to call and see what was going on. Did you guys end up going to the patch? Hope the drive home went okay!
    • NapTime MomTog says

      October 15, 2011 at 8:39 am

      Thank you so much Casey. No we didn't go to the patch. We actually met Ashley at a park nearby but it wasn't really planned till we got out of the appointment. I think we got there at 11:30. Sorry I didn't call. Then by the time I thought about it I figured Daisy was sleeping. Maybe next time. We will be back in February at least.
  2. Adeena says

    October 13, 2011 at 2:14 pm

    YAY that the granuloma went away! :D And that little sock monkey is too adorable. And I love that he loves it. :)
    • NapTime MomTog says

      October 13, 2011 at 8:13 pm

      I am so happy too. Thank you. He loves it.
  3. Lea says

    October 13, 2011 at 12:28 am

    He is such a beautiful little boy (both of your little guys are cuties) and I am touched by this post. I am overwhelmed with empathy at this point in time and will keep your family in my prayers. Part of me does not know how you do it; the other part understands that you are a mother and just do all out of love. God Bless You!
    • NapTime MomTog says

      October 13, 2011 at 8:04 pm

      Aww. Thank you so much Lea. It is hard but worth it.
  4. Jessi says

    October 12, 2011 at 10:11 pm

    I am completely shocked that he is already 17 months old. Where does the time go? He is absolutely adorable <3
    • NapTime MomTog says

      October 13, 2011 at 8:02 pm

      I know!! Thank you.
  5. Lisa says

    October 12, 2011 at 4:21 pm

    Lovely photos! Hope you get some answers at the appointment.
    • NapTime MomTog says

      October 12, 2011 at 4:42 pm

      Thanks Lisa.
  6. Artistically Amy says

    October 12, 2011 at 3:06 pm

    This is a beautiful post, Sarah! I love the way Carsyn is holding his baby sock monkey so tightly. :)
    • NapTime MomTog says

      October 12, 2011 at 4:42 pm

      Thank you Amy.
  7. Chelsea @The Curly Cues says

    October 12, 2011 at 11:40 am

    He is such a sweet guy. I will be keeping you all in my thought on Friday!
    • NapTime MomTog says

      October 12, 2011 at 4:41 pm

      Thanks Chelsea.
  8. kelly @ In Everything says

    October 12, 2011 at 8:10 am

    He's just adorable and you are a great mom! I think these years with younger kids are definitely physically and mentally demanding!! Hang in there;) Both boys look very happy and very well cared for;) And I"m soo thankful for Carsyn's milestones:) That he's trying to get those words out and communicate. Thanks for the update!
    • NapTime MomTog says

      October 12, 2011 at 4:41 pm

      Thanks so much Kelly.
  9. L. says

    October 12, 2011 at 12:12 am

    He is getting so big! Happy 17 months and good luck at the doctor's!
    • NapTime MomTog says

      October 12, 2011 at 4:40 pm

      Thank you. He is growing up fast.
  10. Carrie says

    October 11, 2011 at 9:22 pm

    Awww, love seeing pics of this little cutie! Hope his appointment goes well. You are an amazing mama!
    • NapTime MomTog says

      October 11, 2011 at 9:32 pm

      Thanks so much Carrie.
  11. Tiffany Rhodes says

    October 11, 2011 at 8:21 pm

    Good luck at Duke! I hope they are able to give you some answers.
    • NapTime MomTog says

      October 11, 2011 at 9:32 pm

      Thank you Tiffany. I hope so.
  12. Barb says

    October 11, 2011 at 8:13 pm

    Carsyn is so beautiful . . . I pray for a successful appointment for you all. Seeing him hold that little sock monkey brought tears to my eyes . . .
    • NapTime MomTog says

      October 11, 2011 at 9:31 pm

      Aww. Thanks so much Barb.
  13. Serendipity is Sweet says

    October 11, 2011 at 8:08 pm

    He's gorgeous! Praying for your beautiful family. {{hugs!}}
    • NapTime MomTog says

      October 11, 2011 at 9:31 pm

      Thanks so much.
  14. Gina says

    October 11, 2011 at 7:54 pm

    He is such an angel Sarah- I love hearing all the updates- I can't believe how much he's grown in what seems like overnight!
    • NapTime MomTog says

      October 11, 2011 at 9:31 pm

      Thanks so much Gina. Sometimes I think he is looking more like a toddler in other times he still looks like a baby.
  15. SarahinSC says

    October 11, 2011 at 5:47 pm

    Best of luck at Carsyn's appointment. Hopefully they will figure something out or put your mind at ease!
    • NapTime MomTog says

      October 11, 2011 at 7:27 pm

      Thank you Sarah. I sure hope so.
  16. Jodi Hall says

    October 11, 2011 at 4:25 pm

    He is such a cutie! he has amazing eyes.. Praying for a good appointment
    • NapTime MomTog says

      October 11, 2011 at 7:27 pm

      Thank you Jodi.
  17. Misty says

    October 11, 2011 at 3:34 pm

    I just love reading about your little man. I get goosebumps each time I read about what a darling blessing he is.
    • NapTime MomTog says

      October 11, 2011 at 7:27 pm

      Thanks so much Misty.
  18. Seeing Each Day says

    October 11, 2011 at 2:42 pm

    This is a beautiful, heartfelt and honest post - thank you - and wonderful pictures to boot, there's so many lovely features about each one although I can't get away from the adorable way he's holding on to the little sock monkey. I sincerely hope the specialists visit went as well as possible.
    • NapTime MomTog says

      October 11, 2011 at 7:27 pm

      Thanks so much. He loves that sock monkey.
  19. Ashley Sisk says

    October 11, 2011 at 2:39 pm

    So sweet - I can't wait to see you guys on Friday. I need a little Carsyn and Dustyn love!
    • NapTime MomTog says

      October 11, 2011 at 7:26 pm

      Thank you Ashley. Can't wait to see you too!
  20. Mia's Pearls says

    October 11, 2011 at 12:33 pm

    Your Dustyn is adorable. You wrote so beautifully about brotherhood in an earler post, I am all welled up. Best wishes for your little boy.
    • NapTime MomTog says

      October 11, 2011 at 7:26 pm

      Thanks so much Mia. :) I love them.
  21. Sue Anderson says

    October 11, 2011 at 12:20 pm

    He has such a sweetness in his face. And a lot of personality, too! =)
    • NapTime MomTog says

      October 11, 2011 at 7:25 pm

      Thank you Sue.
  22. Dina @ 4 Lettre Words says

    October 11, 2011 at 11:55 am

    He is such a doll, Sarah. And, these photos are too much. I could eat him up!
    • NapTime MomTog says

      October 11, 2011 at 7:25 pm

      Thank you Dina.
  23. Austin-Lee says

    October 11, 2011 at 11:02 am

    What a cutie! :) It is amazing how the time flies.
    • NapTime MomTog says

      October 11, 2011 at 7:25 pm

      Thank you. It sure is.
  24. Tara says

    October 11, 2011 at 10:34 am

    He is such a cutie. I hope you get some answers...You all will be in my thoughts.
    • NapTime MomTog says

      October 11, 2011 at 11:00 am

      Thank you Tara!
  25. emily says

    October 11, 2011 at 10:32 am

    he looks like he is getting way bigger! good luck with your doctor's appointment!
    • NapTime MomTog says

      October 11, 2011 at 11:00 am

      Thanks so much Emily.
  26. Faith says

    October 11, 2011 at 9:09 am

    This is SO beautiful Sarah! I can only imagine how much more different (and difficult) it has been raising Carsyn that it was with Dustyn. I'll be praying for that specialist appointment to be productive! I know how frustrating it can be to wait and wait and wait for the doctor only to be rushed through and referred to see someone else... in a few months. Your photos of Carsyn are totally adorable. I like the last one best. I love how you hung the bunting in the background and that mini-sock-monkey is too cute!
    • NapTime MomTog says

      October 11, 2011 at 10:10 am

      Thanks so much Faith. The last one is my favorite too.
  27. Angee says

    October 11, 2011 at 7:52 am

    He's getting so big. Yay for words. He's come along way. I pray that you have a productive visit with the doctors at Duke.
    • NapTime MomTog says

      October 11, 2011 at 10:09 am

      Thank you Angee.
  28. Buckeroomama says

    October 11, 2011 at 7:45 am

    It is so adorable that way Carsyn is holding on to his lovey. I am so the blessing goes both ways. :)
    • NapTime MomTog says

      October 11, 2011 at 10:09 am

      Thank you. He loves that little monkey.
  29. Jamie says

    October 11, 2011 at 7:43 am

    Such sweet pics. I love his shirt and the bunting in the background. I wish you the best at your (his) doctor appointment.
    • NapTime MomTog says

      October 11, 2011 at 10:08 am

      Thanks so much Jamie.
  30. secret mom thoughts says

    October 11, 2011 at 7:39 am

    He is a beautiful boy. I will pray for a productive appointment for you.
    • NapTime MomTog says

      October 11, 2011 at 10:08 am

      Thank you!

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