Originally posted on HFA's Infusing Love Blog . . . http://www.hemophiliafed.org/news-stories/2018/03/infusing-love-plenty-keep-busy/
When Scarlett got diagnosed with platelet storage pool disorder in 2011 the doctors told me she wouldn't bet able to play most sports. As she went from toddler hood to adolescence the restrictions seemed endless and it felt like she was never going to find any after school activities that she would enjoy. It was obvious we were going to have to steer away from the traditional soccer, T-ball, and gymnastics. And so we started seeking out sports that weren't contact sports and other activities that would keep her busy.
We started off putting her in Girl Scouts, which has proven to be a good decision. It' s a stress free environment where she can meet different kids in our town and she gets introduced to an array of different activities. They spend a lot of time gardening, doing Arts-N-Crafts and learning about taking care of themselves and others.
Scarlett got approved to play tennis last summer and it has become one of her favorite times of the year. She loves being out on the court slamming that ball and playing with the other kids. Her coach is super supportive and has put little restrictions on her which has been a big self esteem builder for her. Tennis has proven to be a great sport to get involved in. She's been playing for almost 2 years and is growing with each session.
And now she's into theatre. Something I'm so grateful we've been able to help her pursue and can tell is her true calling. She joined a theatre group this Fall and was casted as Wendy in Peter Pan. It was obvious to everyone that this was where Scarlett belonged and where I'm sure she will remain for a long time. She loves the dancing, singing and social element of being involved in performances and comes home from every practice just beaming with excitement.
SO I think it's safe to say, now that Scarlett has gotten older, she has finally found her nitch. And we could't be more proud of our little bleeder and how far she's come. She's found several after school activities that give her the social outlet she's lacking from playing competitive sports. She's being active, competitive, and gaining confidence just like we hoped she would.
When Scarlett got diagnosed with platelet storage pool disorder in 2011 the doctors told me she wouldn't bet able to play most sports. As she went from toddler hood to adolescence the restrictions seemed endless and it felt like she was never going to find any after school activities that she would enjoy. It was obvious we were going to have to steer away from the traditional soccer, T-ball, and gymnastics. And so we started seeking out sports that weren't contact sports and other activities that would keep her busy.
We started off putting her in Girl Scouts, which has proven to be a good decision. It' s a stress free environment where she can meet different kids in our town and she gets introduced to an array of different activities. They spend a lot of time gardening, doing Arts-N-Crafts and learning about taking care of themselves and others.
Scarlett got approved to play tennis last summer and it has become one of her favorite times of the year. She loves being out on the court slamming that ball and playing with the other kids. Her coach is super supportive and has put little restrictions on her which has been a big self esteem builder for her. Tennis has proven to be a great sport to get involved in. She's been playing for almost 2 years and is growing with each session.
And now she's into theatre. Something I'm so grateful we've been able to help her pursue and can tell is her true calling. She joined a theatre group this Fall and was casted as Wendy in Peter Pan. It was obvious to everyone that this was where Scarlett belonged and where I'm sure she will remain for a long time. She loves the dancing, singing and social element of being involved in performances and comes home from every practice just beaming with excitement.
SO I think it's safe to say, now that Scarlett has gotten older, she has finally found her nitch. And we could't be more proud of our little bleeder and how far she's come. She's found several after school activities that give her the social outlet she's lacking from playing competitive sports. She's being active, competitive, and gaining confidence just like we hoped she would.
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