Milo's new standing trick!

So Milo has a new trick that he'd like to share with you all as he's rather pleased with himself and rightly so!  Getting to this stage of Milo's physical development hasn't been easy for him.  The low muscle tone which comes hand  in hand with the diagnosis makes it much more difficult for Milo to learn simple techniques such as sitting or standing as it demands far more energy of him to be able to tense his muscles.  With frequent practice Milo's muscle tone will improve as his skills also develop.  When I think back to how floppy he was for the first 6 months it's incredible just how far he's come already.  

I also find it lovely and inspiring to see that although Milo has the genetic trait of Down Syndrome he is not governed by it.  In fact he has the same streak of fearless determination in him that both myself and my daughter have.  

Exciting times ahead with the prospect of a toddling little boy!  Just need to work on that balance though first!