21/07/2025
I just wanted to share this because I don’t want to be one of those people who only shows the highlight reel. I also don’t want to focus solely on the things Grant struggles with — but I know that one day, it’ll be so meaningful to look back and see how far he’s come.
Right now, he can sit unassisted for brief moments, and that’s a big deal. But most of the time, he doesn’t want to try. I’m not sure if it’s a tone issue or something else, but he often stiffens up and throws his body weight backward. Sometimes I can distract him just long enough to get those cute pictures and videos — but this is the part you don’t always see: the work, the frustration, the effort.
This is a glimpse into what working toward milestones looks like for Grant. Because of his hydrocephalus, 18p Deletion Syndrome, and brain differences, even something like learning to sit up takes incredible effort. What might seem small is actually huge progress for him. Every tear, every try, is part of his journey — and we’re so proud of how hard he works. 💙
