Because of Cecilia's dislocated hip, it is advised that any subsequent children should be screened at 2 weeks and watched closely throughout their life.
Bob took Anna to receive her ultrasound on her hips. They took many picutres and Anna did very well. The radiologist said that everything looked good, but it seemed as if her hip pockets may be a little shallow. It was suggested that Anna get an X-ray between 6-8 months once her bones have calcified. Kelly & Bob's pediatrician confirmed everything that the radiologist said. She agreed that Anna would be getting X-rays at 6-8 months to see where her hips stand at that point.
When they are that young, 6 months or so, the treatment for a dislocated hip is to pop the hip into position and then use a brace or sometimes a cast until the bones and cartilidge grow some more.
Watching the hips of both girls will be a life long concern for Kelly, Bob, and the girls. But for now, everything is looking O.K.
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