Preventing a wet cast - diapering

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Hello,

Our first cast is only a couple days away. I'm getting so nervous

that is going to wake up and be so upset at us!!!! Esp. since

he will have the overarm straps (thank you Sandi for all of your help

with those anxieties). I had to go to the doc today for a medical

issues and I just broke down crying. I must be holding something

in...trying to be strong, I guess. Any words of comfort?? He's just

been so happy lately...having been through cancer and chemo...and now

we're entering a whole new world. I want him to be emotionally healthy

and happy. I know this is the best, but it's like entering the great

unknown. I know that he will adjust, but I don't want to go through

the adjustment period...does that make sense?? Thank GOD for this group!

THANK YOU OLIVIA (Salazar), her husband, and daughter ISABELLA for

meeting with us so that we could see the cast in action. Isabella is

such a beautiful girl and doing so well!

I was searching through posts for diapering tips because has

been waking up recently in the a.m. with a wet tummy (and not in a

cast) because he's been sleeping on his tummy. We use LUVS size 3,

which seemed to work through chemo (they pumped him full of fluid and

the diapers would be huge...plus we had to wear gloves b/c the urine

was considered 'radioactive').

I still have some questions.

will be 17 months old and in size 3 LUVS.

* My initial plan is as follows:

1) Use pantyliners in the front and back of the casts. Question: Do I

use pantyliners? or POISE small pads? or larger pads? Can I just use

the tape backing, or do I need to reinforce with water-proof tape?

Where do I buy water-proof tape if they don't provide enough at the

hospital?? How far do the pantyliners/poise pads fit inside the cast?

IF you have any pictures, that would really help!

2)Place breast pads (no plastic backing) around the penis before

diapering.

3) If the cast/mesh gets wet, wipe gently with wet cloth and then blow

dry with cool air, correct?

4) If that doesn't work, buy pull-ups (like they use for potty

training) and put over diaper, tucking up into cast. But, what size?

2T? The ones I saw at the store didn't seem to have much padding

around the sides to absorb leaks. What brand?

5) Should I switch from my LUVS to Huggies Overnights or Pamper's

Cruisers? I'm hesitant to switch when the LUVS has been working well

for us...except for the front-wetting issues lately.

Thanks for your time!!

* Lake Elsinore, CA, mom to , 16 m.o. diagnosed with

neuroblastoma at age 2.5 months, status/post 8 cycles chemotherapy and

chest mass excision at San Diego Children's, in remission. Now with

thoracic scoliosis, 63 degrees, T4-T5, kyphosis, rotation (number

unknown), first cast scheduled Jan. 8 with Dr. Kishan at Loma .

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Hi,

I have a 17 month old that's currently in his first cast and what really

seems to work for him is using a size 3 diaper tucked in inside the cast ( back

and front) and a size 5 diaper on top of the cast to hold it in place. For us,

huggies has work the best. I hope this helps! Good luck!

e

McDowell wrote:

Hello,

Our first cast is only a couple days away. I'm getting so nervous

that is going to wake up and be so upset at us!!!! Esp. since

he will have the overarm straps (thank you Sandi for all of your help

with those anxieties). I had to go to the doc today for a medical

issues and I just broke down crying. I must be holding something

in...trying to be strong, I guess. Any words of comfort?? He's just

been so happy lately...having been through cancer and chemo...and now

we're entering a whole new world. I want him to be emotionally healthy

and happy. I know this is the best, but it's like entering the great

unknown. I know that he will adjust, but I don't want to go through

the adjustment period...does that make sense?? Thank GOD for this group!

THANK YOU OLIVIA (Salazar), her husband, and daughter ISABELLA for

meeting with us so that we could see the cast in action. Isabella is

such a beautiful girl and doing so well!

I was searching through posts for diapering tips because has

been waking up recently in the a.m. with a wet tummy (and not in a

cast) because he's been sleeping on his tummy. We use LUVS size 3,

which seemed to work through chemo (they pumped him full of fluid and

the diapers would be huge...plus we had to wear gloves b/c the urine

was considered 'radioactive').

I still have some questions.

will be 17 months old and in size 3 LUVS.

* My initial plan is as follows:

1) Use pantyliners in the front and back of the casts. Question: Do I

use pantyliners? or POISE small pads? or larger pads? Can I just use

the tape backing, or do I need to reinforce with water-proof tape?

Where do I buy water-proof tape if they don't provide enough at the

hospital?? How far do the pantyliners/poise pads fit inside the cast?

IF you have any pictures, that would really help!

2)Place breast pads (no plastic backing) around the penis before

diapering.

3) If the cast/mesh gets wet, wipe gently with wet cloth and then blow

dry with cool air, correct?

4) If that doesn't work, buy pull-ups (like they use for potty

training) and put over diaper, tucking up into cast. But, what size?

2T? The ones I saw at the store didn't seem to have much padding

around the sides to absorb leaks. What brand?

5) Should I switch from my LUVS to Huggies Overnights or Pamper's

Cruisers? I'm hesitant to switch when the LUVS has been working well

for us...except for the front-wetting issues lately.

Thanks for your time!!

* Lake Elsinore, CA, mom to , 16 m.o. diagnosed with

neuroblastoma at age 2.5 months, status/post 8 cycles chemotherapy and

chest mass excision at San Diego Children's, in remission. Now with

thoracic scoliosis, 63 degrees, T4-T5, kyphosis, rotation (number

unknown), first cast scheduled Jan. 8 with Dr. Kishan at Loma .

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nursing at the keyboard -

but try pointing him down (in the diaper) before diapering - he might

be soaking through because he's pointing upward, kwim?

S

[Guest guest]

,

We all know what you are feeling right now. I'll tell you the truth, those

first few days are AWFUL!!! Prepare yourself, BUT I think it was harder on me

than . Just as you know with everything has been through so far,

children are amazing as they adjust to things.

As far as the diapering tips, everyone has tried different things. You have

LOTS of good ideas. And a great plan in place. You will figure out what works

best for you guys.

We used in casts 1-4( started at 15 mths)a sanitary pad and extra diaper on

the outside(only at night). At the time I used Sam's diapers and the outside

diaper I preferred Pampers Cruisers. Casts 5 and 6 I started using the Poise

pads. They worked GREAT! The sanitary pads and Poise pads...........put them in

the diaper just you would use one. We never used the water proof tape, but I

know others did. The pads(sanitary or Poise)I always got extra long so it

literally went from the front of the diaper all the way up the back inside. I

wish I had pictures. Does this make sense?? If you want more details I can

call you if you want.

I am sure others will chime in with their experiences as well. We never really

had wetting issue until got older. Once we started having that issue we

started cutting off the drinks about an hour before bed. Plus the Poise pads

did the trick for us.

You have much more info than I did when we started so I am sure you guys will do

fine. If you think of anything else please let us know.

Take care,

Tasha

Mommy of twin boys- and 33 months

Fort Worth, Texas

McDowell wrote:

Hello,

Our first cast is only a couple days away. I'm getting so nervous

that is going to wake up and be so upset at us!!!! Esp. since

he will have the overarm straps (thank you Sandi for all of your help

with those anxieties). I had to go to the doc today for a medical

issues and I just broke down crying. I must be holding something

in...trying to be strong, I guess. Any words of comfort?? He's just

been so happy lately...having been through cancer and chemo...and now

we're entering a whole new world. I want him to be emotionally healthy

and happy. I know this is the best, but it's like entering the great

unknown. I know that he will adjust, but I don't want to go through

the adjustment period...does that make sense?? Thank GOD for this group!

THANK YOU OLIVIA (Salazar), her husband, and daughter ISABELLA for

meeting with us so that we could see the cast in action. Isabella is

such a beautiful girl and doing so well!

I was searching through posts for diapering tips because has

been waking up recently in the a.m. with a wet tummy (and not in a

cast) because he's been sleeping on his tummy. We use LUVS size 3,

which seemed to work through chemo (they pumped him full of fluid and

the diapers would be huge...plus we had to wear gloves b/c the urine

was considered 'radioactive').

I still have some questions.

will be 17 months old and in size 3 LUVS.

* My initial plan is as follows:

1) Use pantyliners in the front and back of the casts. Question: Do I

use pantyliners? or POISE small pads? or larger pads? Can I just use

the tape backing, or do I need to reinforce with water-proof tape?

Where do I buy water-proof tape if they don't provide enough at the

hospital?? How far do the pantyliners/poise pads fit inside the cast?

IF you have any pictures, that would really help!

2)Place breast pads (no plastic backing) around the penis before

diapering.

3) If the cast/mesh gets wet, wipe gently with wet cloth and then blow

dry with cool air, correct?

4) If that doesn't work, buy pull-ups (like they use for potty

training) and put over diaper, tucking up into cast. But, what size?

2T? The ones I saw at the store didn't seem to have much padding

around the sides to absorb leaks. What brand?

5) Should I switch from my LUVS to Huggies Overnights or Pamper's

Cruisers? I'm hesitant to switch when the LUVS has been working well

for us...except for the front-wetting issues lately.

Thanks for your time!!

* Lake Elsinore, CA, mom to , 16 m.o. diagnosed with

neuroblastoma at age 2.5 months, status/post 8 cycles chemotherapy and

chest mass excision at San Diego Children's, in remission. Now with

thoracic scoliosis, 63 degrees, T4-T5, kyphosis, rotation (number

unknown), first cast scheduled Jan. 8 with Dr. Kishan at Loma .

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Tasha speaks volumes!!!

I'll just say " agreed "

And, we never had to do ANYTHING with extra absorbancy - just the

regular old Pampers Cruisers. You could always try them now, before

the cast

S

[Guest guest]

Hi -

I just sent you an email directly to your yahoo address. You and are in

my thoughts and prayers for tomorrow.

~ and

Preventing a wet cast - diapering

Hello,

Our first cast is only a couple days away. I'm getting so nervous

that is going to wake up and be so upset at us!!!! Esp. since

he will have the overarm straps (thank you Sandi for all of your help

with those anxieties). I had to go to the doc today for a medical

issues and I just broke down crying. I must be holding something

in...trying to be strong, I guess. Any words of comfort?? He's just

been so happy lately...having been through cancer and chemo...and now

we're entering a whole new world. I want him to be emotionally healthy

and happy. I know this is the best, but it's like entering the great

unknown. I know that he will adjust, but I don't want to go through

the adjustment period...does that make sense?? Thank GOD for this group!

THANK YOU OLIVIA (Salazar), her husband, and daughter ISABELLA for

meeting with us so that we could see the cast in action. Isabella is

such a beautiful girl and doing so well!

I was searching through posts for diapering tips because has

been waking up recently in the a.m. with a wet tummy (and not in a

cast) because he's been sleeping on his tummy. We use LUVS size 3,

which seemed to work through chemo (they pumped him full of fluid and

the diapers would be huge...plus we had to wear gloves b/c the urine

was considered 'radioactive' ).

I still have some questions.

will be 17 months old and in size 3 LUVS.

* My initial plan is as follows:

1) Use pantyliners in the front and back of the casts. Question: Do I

use pantyliners? or POISE small pads? or larger pads? Can I just use

the tape backing, or do I need to reinforce with water-proof tape?

Where do I buy water-proof tape if they don't provide enough at the

hospital?? How far do the pantyliners/ poise pads fit inside the cast?

IF you have any pictures, that would really help!

2)Place breast pads (no plastic backing) around the penis before

diapering.

3) If the cast/mesh gets wet, wipe gently with wet cloth and then blow

dry with cool air, correct?

4) If that doesn't work, buy pull-ups (like they use for potty

training) and put over diaper, tucking up into cast. But, what size?

2T? The ones I saw at the store didn't seem to have much padding

around the sides to absorb leaks. What brand?

5) Should I switch from my LUVS to Huggies Overnights or Pamper's

Cruisers? I'm hesitant to switch when the LUVS has been working well

for us...except for the front-wetting issues lately.

Thanks for your time!!

* Lake Elsinore, CA, mom to , 16 m.o. diagnosed with

neuroblastoma at age 2.5 months, status/post 8 cycles chemotherapy and

chest mass excision at San Diego Children's, in remission. Now with

thoracic scoliosis, 63 degrees, T4-T5, kyphosis, rotation (number

unknown), first cast scheduled Jan. 8 with Dr. Kishan at Loma .

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Thanks to everyone for responding! I don't have time to write the

details, but if anyone is 'on' at this time of night, I have a

question. Has anyone used Duck Tape as the waterproof tape to cover

the cast? I'm assuming it's okay, but that's what we bought because

we didn't have resources for anything else...and didn't really know

what else to buy. Dr. Kishan said any type of waterproof tape was fine.

Thanks

>

> Hi -

> I just sent you an email directly to your yahoo address. You and

are in my thoughts and prayers for tomorrow.

> ~ and

>

> Preventing a wet cast - diapering

>

> Hello,

>

> Our first cast is only a couple days away. I'm getting so nervous

> that is going to wake up and be so upset at us!!!! Esp. since

> he will have the overarm straps (thank you Sandi for all of your help

> with those anxieties). I had to go to the doc today for a medical

> issues and I just broke down crying. I must be holding something

> in...trying to be strong, I guess. Any words of comfort?? He's just

> been so happy lately...having been through cancer and chemo...and now

> we're entering a whole new world. I want him to be emotionally healthy

> and happy. I know this is the best, but it's like entering the great

> unknown. I know that he will adjust, but I don't want to go through

> the adjustment period...does that make sense?? Thank GOD for this group!

>

> THANK YOU OLIVIA (Salazar), her husband, and daughter ISABELLA for

> meeting with us so that we could see the cast in action. Isabella is

> such a beautiful girl and doing so well!

>

> I was searching through posts for diapering tips because has

> been waking up recently in the a.m. with a wet tummy (and not in a

> cast) because he's been sleeping on his tummy. We use LUVS size 3,

> which seemed to work through chemo (they pumped him full of fluid and

> the diapers would be huge...plus we had to wear gloves b/c the urine

> was considered 'radioactive' ).

>

> I still have some questions.

> will be 17 months old and in size 3 LUVS.

> * My initial plan is as follows:

>

> 1) Use pantyliners in the front and back of the casts. Question: Do I

> use pantyliners? or POISE small pads? or larger pads? Can I just use

> the tape backing, or do I need to reinforce with water-proof tape?

> Where do I buy water-proof tape if they don't provide enough at the

> hospital?? How far do the pantyliners/ poise pads fit inside the cast?

> IF you have any pictures, that would really help!

>

> 2)Place breast pads (no plastic backing) around the penis before

> diapering.

>

> 3) If the cast/mesh gets wet, wipe gently with wet cloth and then blow

> dry with cool air, correct?

>

> 4) If that doesn't work, buy pull-ups (like they use for potty

> training) and put over diaper, tucking up into cast. But, what size?

> 2T? The ones I saw at the store didn't seem to have much padding

> around the sides to absorb leaks. What brand?

>

> 5) Should I switch from my LUVS to Huggies Overnights or Pamper's

> Cruisers? I'm hesitant to switch when the LUVS has been working well

> for us...except for the front-wetting issues lately.

>

> Thanks for your time!!

>

>

> * Lake Elsinore, CA, mom to , 16 m.o. diagnosed with

> neuroblastoma at age 2.5 months, status/post 8 cycles chemotherapy and

> chest mass excision at San Diego Children's, in remission. Now with

> thoracic scoliosis, 63 degrees, T4-T5, kyphosis, rotation (number

> unknown), first cast scheduled Jan. 8 with Dr. Kishan at Loma .

>

>

>

>

>

>

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>

>

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Nevermind - I just found a post from Sandi saying she used Duct tape

with Jack. The tape we bought actually says " Duck " on it but it's the

same as " Duct " - kinda funny. This will be very interesting. I'm up

in 4 hours to nurse pre-op. I'm hopoing that we're not up all

night tomorrow night. Any advise on first night sleeping solutions?

Thanks Group! Goodnight!

> >

> > Hi -

> > I just sent you an email directly to your yahoo address. You and

> are in my thoughts and prayers for tomorrow.

> > ~ and

> >

> > Preventing a wet cast - diapering

> >

> > Hello,

> >

> > Our first cast is only a couple days away. I'm getting so nervous

> > that is going to wake up and be so upset at us!!!! Esp. since

> > he will have the overarm straps (thank you Sandi for all of your help

> > with those anxieties). I had to go to the doc today for a medical

> > issues and I just broke down crying. I must be holding something

> > in...trying to be strong, I guess. Any words of comfort?? He's just

> > been so happy lately...having been through cancer and chemo...and now

> > we're entering a whole new world. I want him to be emotionally healthy

> > and happy. I know this is the best, but it's like entering the great

> > unknown. I know that he will adjust, but I don't want to go through

> > the adjustment period...does that make sense?? Thank GOD for this

group!

> >

> > THANK YOU OLIVIA (Salazar), her husband, and daughter ISABELLA for

> > meeting with us so that we could see the cast in action. Isabella is

> > such a beautiful girl and doing so well!

> >

> > I was searching through posts for diapering tips because has

> > been waking up recently in the a.m. with a wet tummy (and not in a

> > cast) because he's been sleeping on his tummy. We use LUVS size 3,

> > which seemed to work through chemo (they pumped him full of fluid and

> > the diapers would be huge...plus we had to wear gloves b/c the urine

> > was considered 'radioactive' ).

> >

> > I still have some questions.

> > will be 17 months old and in size 3 LUVS.

> > * My initial plan is as follows:

> >

> > 1) Use pantyliners in the front and back of the casts. Question: Do I

> > use pantyliners? or POISE small pads? or larger pads? Can I just use

> > the tape backing, or do I need to reinforce with water-proof tape?

> > Where do I buy water-proof tape if they don't provide enough at the

> > hospital?? How far do the pantyliners/ poise pads fit inside the cast?

> > IF you have any pictures, that would really help!

> >

> > 2)Place breast pads (no plastic backing) around the penis before

> > diapering.

> >

> > 3) If the cast/mesh gets wet, wipe gently with wet cloth and then blow

> > dry with cool air, correct?

> >

> > 4) If that doesn't work, buy pull-ups (like they use for potty

> > training) and put over diaper, tucking up into cast. But, what size?

> > 2T? The ones I saw at the store didn't seem to have much padding

> > around the sides to absorb leaks. What brand?

> >

> > 5) Should I switch from my LUVS to Huggies Overnights or Pamper's

> > Cruisers? I'm hesitant to switch when the LUVS has been working well

> > for us...except for the front-wetting issues lately.

> >

> > Thanks for your time!!

> >

> >

> > * Lake Elsinore, CA, mom to , 16 m.o. diagnosed with

> > neuroblastoma at age 2.5 months, status/post 8 cycles chemotherapy and

> > chest mass excision at San Diego Children's, in remission. Now with

> > thoracic scoliosis, 63 degrees, T4-T5, kyphosis, rotation (number

> > unknown), first cast scheduled Jan. 8 with Dr. Kishan at Loma .

> >

> >

> >

> >

> >

> >

>

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> >

> >

> >

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Hi ,

As someone that just went through it I will recommend you to try to relax. My

16 month old had a normal night. He slept very well. If anything I was the one

that had a very hard time relaxing. His second cast is next week and I'm

already anxious, but at least I know now what to expect. Good luck and God

bless you and your family!

e

McDowell wrote:

Nevermind - I just found a post from Sandi saying she used Duct tape

with Jack. The tape we bought actually says " Duck " on it but it's the

same as " Duct " - kinda funny. This will be very interesting. I'm up

in 4 hours to nurse pre-op. I'm hopoing that we're not up all

night tomorrow night. Any advise on first night sleeping solutions?

Thanks Group! Goodnight!

> >

> > Hi -

> > I just sent you an email directly to your yahoo address. You and

> are in my thoughts and prayers for tomorrow.

> > ~ and

> >

> > Preventing a wet cast - diapering

> >

> > Hello,

> >

> > Our first cast is only a couple days away. I'm getting so nervous

> > that is going to wake up and be so upset at us!!!! Esp. since

> > he will have the overarm straps (thank you Sandi for all of your help

> > with those anxieties). I had to go to the doc today for a medical

> > issues and I just broke down crying. I must be holding something

> > in...trying to be strong, I guess. Any words of comfort?? He's just

> > been so happy lately...having been through cancer and chemo...and now

> > we're entering a whole new world. I want him to be emotionally healthy

> > and happy. I know this is the best, but it's like entering the great

> > unknown. I know that he will adjust, but I don't want to go through

> > the adjustment period...does that make sense?? Thank GOD for this

group!

> >

> > THANK YOU OLIVIA (Salazar), her husband, and daughter ISABELLA for

> > meeting with us so that we could see the cast in action. Isabella is

> > such a beautiful girl and doing so well!

> >

> > I was searching through posts for diapering tips because has

> > been waking up recently in the a.m. with a wet tummy (and not in a

> > cast) because he's been sleeping on his tummy. We use LUVS size 3,

> > which seemed to work through chemo (they pumped him full of fluid and

> > the diapers would be huge...plus we had to wear gloves b/c the urine

> > was considered 'radioactive' ).

> >

> > I still have some questions.

> > will be 17 months old and in size 3 LUVS.

> > * My initial plan is as follows:

> >

> > 1) Use pantyliners in the front and back of the casts. Question: Do I

> > use pantyliners? or POISE small pads? or larger pads? Can I just use

> > the tape backing, or do I need to reinforce with water-proof tape?

> > Where do I buy water-proof tape if they don't provide enough at the

> > hospital?? How far do the pantyliners/ poise pads fit inside the cast?

> > IF you have any pictures, that would really help!

> >

> > 2)Place breast pads (no plastic backing) around the penis before

> > diapering.

> >

> > 3) If the cast/mesh gets wet, wipe gently with wet cloth and then blow

> > dry with cool air, correct?

> >

> > 4) If that doesn't work, buy pull-ups (like they use for potty

> > training) and put over diaper, tucking up into cast. But, what size?

> > 2T? The ones I saw at the store didn't seem to have much padding

> > around the sides to absorb leaks. What brand?

> >

> > 5) Should I switch from my LUVS to Huggies Overnights or Pamper's

> > Cruisers? I'm hesitant to switch when the LUVS has been working well

> > for us...except for the front-wetting issues lately.

> >

> > Thanks for your time!!

> >

> >

> > * Lake Elsinore, CA, mom to , 16 m.o. diagnosed with

> > neuroblastoma at age 2.5 months, status/post 8 cycles chemotherapy and

> > chest mass excision at San Diego Children's, in remission. Now with

> > thoracic scoliosis, 63 degrees, T4-T5, kyphosis, rotation (number

> > unknown), first cast scheduled Jan. 8 with Dr. Kishan at Loma .

> >

> >

> >

> >

> >

> >

>

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,

Just wanted you to know I am thinking about you all today. Everything will be

fine.........you sound like you are well prepared. And after this 1st cast

things will be easier. You will know what to expect.

That first night with we had a bed in the LR. He is a twin and they sleep

in the same room so I wanted at least one of them to sleep. I was right by him

all night. He did " try " to toss and turn, but mainly moaned for me to help. The

2nd night........no problem at all. He was back to sleeping on his tummy.

Good luck and I am saying a prayer for you all.

Let us know how things go.

Tasha

Mommy of twin boys- and 33 months

Fort Worth, Texas

McDowell wrote:

Nevermind - I just found a post from Sandi saying she used Duct tape

with Jack. The tape we bought actually says " Duck " on it but it's the

same as " Duct " - kinda funny. This will be very interesting. I'm up

in 4 hours to nurse pre-op. I'm hopoing that we're not up all

night tomorrow night. Any advise on first night sleeping solutions?

Thanks Group! Goodnight!

> >

> > Hi -

> > I just sent you an email directly to your yahoo address. You and

> are in my thoughts and prayers for tomorrow.

> > ~ and

> >

> > Preventing a wet cast - diapering

> >

> > Hello,

> >

> > Our first cast is only a couple days away. I'm getting so nervous

> > that is going to wake up and be so upset at us!!!! Esp. since

> > he will have the overarm straps (thank you Sandi for all of your help

> > with those anxieties). I had to go to the doc today for a medical

> > issues and I just broke down crying. I must be holding something

> > in...trying to be strong, I guess. Any words of comfort?? He's just

> > been so happy lately...having been through cancer and chemo...and now

> > we're entering a whole new world. I want him to be emotionally healthy

> > and happy. I know this is the best, but it's like entering the great

> > unknown. I know that he will adjust, but I don't want to go through

> > the adjustment period...does that make sense?? Thank GOD for this

group!

> >

> > THANK YOU OLIVIA (Salazar), her husband, and daughter ISABELLA for

> > meeting with us so that we could see the cast in action. Isabella is

> > such a beautiful girl and doing so well!

> >

> > I was searching through posts for diapering tips because has

> > been waking up recently in the a.m. with a wet tummy (and not in a

> > cast) because he's been sleeping on his tummy. We use LUVS size 3,

> > which seemed to work through chemo (they pumped him full of fluid and

> > the diapers would be huge...plus we had to wear gloves b/c the urine

> > was considered 'radioactive' ).

> >

> > I still have some questions.

> > will be 17 months old and in size 3 LUVS.

> > * My initial plan is as follows:

> >

> > 1) Use pantyliners in the front and back of the casts. Question: Do I

> > use pantyliners? or POISE small pads? or larger pads? Can I just use

> > the tape backing, or do I need to reinforce with water-proof tape?

> > Where do I buy water-proof tape if they don't provide enough at the

> > hospital?? How far do the pantyliners/ poise pads fit inside the cast?

> > IF you have any pictures, that would really help!

> >

> > 2)Place breast pads (no plastic backing) around the penis before

> > diapering.

> >

> > 3) If the cast/mesh gets wet, wipe gently with wet cloth and then blow

> > dry with cool air, correct?

> >

> > 4) If that doesn't work, buy pull-ups (like they use for potty

> > training) and put over diaper, tucking up into cast. But, what size?

> > 2T? The ones I saw at the store didn't seem to have much padding

> > around the sides to absorb leaks. What brand?

> >

> > 5) Should I switch from my LUVS to Huggies Overnights or Pamper's

> > Cruisers? I'm hesitant to switch when the LUVS has been working well

> > for us...except for the front-wetting issues lately.

> >

> > Thanks for your time!!

> >

> >

> > * Lake Elsinore, CA, mom to , 16 m.o. diagnosed with

> > neuroblastoma at age 2.5 months, status/post 8 cycles chemotherapy and

> > chest mass excision at San Diego Children's, in remission. Now with

> > thoracic scoliosis, 63 degrees, T4-T5, kyphosis, rotation (number

> > unknown), first cast scheduled Jan. 8 with Dr. Kishan at Loma .

> >

> >

> >

> >

> >

> >

>

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In the future- we have found that gorilla tape works best.

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From: infantile_scoliosis

[mailto:infantile_scoliosis ] On Behalf Of McDowell

Sent: Tuesday, January 08, 2008 12:54 AM

To: infantile_scoliosis

Subject: Re: Preventing a wet cast - diapering

Thanks to everyone for responding! I don't have time to write the

details, but if anyone is 'on' at this time of night, I have a

question. Has anyone used Duck Tape as the waterproof tape to cover

the cast? I'm assuming it's okay, but that's what we bought because

we didn't have resources for anything else...and didn't really know

what else to buy. Dr. Kishan said any type of waterproof tape was fine.

Thanks

>

> Hi -

> I just sent you an email directly to your yahoo address. You and

are in my thoughts and prayers for tomorrow.

> ~ and

>

> Preventing a wet cast - diapering

>

> Hello,

>

> Our first cast is only a couple days away. I'm getting so nervous

> that is going to wake up and be so upset at us!!!! Esp. since

> he will have the overarm straps (thank you Sandi for all of your help

> with those anxieties). I had to go to the doc today for a medical

> issues and I just broke down crying. I must be holding something

> in...trying to be strong, I guess. Any words of comfort?? He's just

> been so happy lately...having been through cancer and chemo...and now

> we're entering a whole new world. I want him to be emotionally healthy

> and happy. I know this is the best, but it's like entering the great

> unknown. I know that he will adjust, but I don't want to go through

> the adjustment period...does that make sense?? Thank GOD for this

group!

>

> THANK YOU OLIVIA (Salazar), her husband, and daughter ISABELLA for

> meeting with us so that we could see the cast in action. Isabella is

> such a beautiful girl and doing so well!

>

> I was searching through posts for diapering tips because has

> been waking up recently in the a.m. with a wet tummy (and not in a

> cast) because he's been sleeping on his tummy. We use LUVS size 3,

> which seemed to work through chemo (they pumped him full of fluid and

> the diapers would be huge...plus we had to wear gloves b/c the urine

> was considered 'radioactive' ).

>

> I still have some questions.

> will be 17 months old and in size 3 LUVS.

> * My initial plan is as follows:

>

> 1) Use pantyliners in the front and back of the casts. Question: Do I

> use pantyliners? or POISE small pads? or larger pads? Can I just use

> the tape backing, or do I need to reinforce with water-proof tape?

> Where do I buy water-proof tape if they don't provide enough at the

> hospital?? How far do the pantyliners/ poise pads fit inside the cast?

> IF you have any pictures, that would really help!

>

> 2)Place breast pads (no plastic backing) around the penis before

> diapering.

>

> 3) If the cast/mesh gets wet, wipe gently with wet cloth and then blow

> dry with cool air, correct?

>

> 4) If that doesn't work, buy pull-ups (like they use for potty

> training) and put over diaper, tucking up into cast. But, what size?

> 2T? The ones I saw at the store didn't seem to have much padding

> around the sides to absorb leaks. What brand?

>

> 5) Should I switch from my LUVS to Huggies Overnights or Pamper's

> Cruisers? I'm hesitant to switch when the LUVS has been working well

> for us...except for the front-wetting issues lately.

>

> Thanks for your time!!

>

>

> * Lake Elsinore, CA, mom to , 16 m.o. diagnosed with

> neuroblastoma at age 2.5 months, status/post 8 cycles chemotherapy and

> chest mass excision at San Diego Children's, in remission. Now with

> thoracic scoliosis, 63 degrees, T4-T5, kyphosis, rotation (number

> unknown), first cast scheduled Jan. 8 with Dr. Kishan at Loma .

>

>

>

>

>

>

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