My sweet little man

I'm hoping writing about this will help me feel better.  Camden has had physical therapy for over a year now.  He started with Karen (our AWESOME physical therapist) because he was late walking, but has continued with her due to balance and toe walking issues.

We are pretty sure he walks on his toes due to his sensory processing problems (that's a whole OTHER post).. and that it's not linked to autism (praying really hard that we're right).  Anyways, a few months ago.. Karen suggested that Camden get SMO's (Read about them here).  I was ok with that.. I had no worries because 1.  you could barely see them  and 2.  it was temporary.  Well, last week the company came to fit him for his SMO's and immediately the guy said he needed AFO's because his toe walking is so severe. (Read about AFO's here). Well.. I have to be honest.. I was in TEARS..  these aren't so small, they cover the back of his calf.. and they clearly look like leg braces.

Camden toe walking with daddy

I KNOW it will help him, I KNOW it is best for him now while he's young.. but I can't help but feel sad about it.  :(  I dont think any mother wants to see their child in leg braces. :(  I am glad he's getting them in winter so that he can wear pants with them. :(