Welcome to Momease!
June 17, 2013
Lyra McLean and her husband Adam had a dream, and that dream was to bring Victoria a unique store to meet the needs of the modern parent. This week that dream comes true as they open the doors of Momease Baby Boutique at Mattick’s Farm. The parents of two young boys themselves, Lyra and her husband are thrilled to bring their fellow parents innovative and functional baby gear and accessories.
Come down and celebrate the official grand opening weekend of Momease Baby Boutique June 22 and 23rd, and see everything the store has to offer. It is the grand opening celebration you won’t want to miss, there will be a chance to win some fabulous draw prizes as well! Your kids can look forward to Storyoga on location Saturday, and Sunday will feature face painting.
Stop in 7 days a week from 10am-5:30pm and have Lyra and her staff help meet all your baby needs. Lyra is also offering one on one consultations and a baby registry to make sure you as a new parent have all of your baby gear needs met! Did you know that several of the products in stock are Canadian, and many were previously unavailable in Victoria?
Be sure to head over to their Facebook page! By ‘liking’ their page you will be able to stay up to date on product announcements, upcoming events, and contests.
At Momease Baby Boutique you are sure to enjoy the relaxed atmosphere, that is family oriented, and parking is always free.
Courtesy of: Laura @ Victoriamom.ca on June 19, 2013
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In September, Torin was referred to a Pediatric Endochrinologist in order to receive endochrinology clearance prior to his surgery in Chicago. After discussing the ongoing management and the stability of his Hypothyroidism diagnosis (a very commonly-seen hormonal disorder in individuals with Down syndrome), we debated whether to schedule an ACTH (Adrenocorticotropic Hormone) Stimulation Test at the Pediatric Daycare Unit at Victoria General Hospital to check Torin's adrenal response to stress.
About a week after the stim test, we received a call from Torin's Endochrinologist. Much to their surprise, Torin's cortisol levels barely changed AT ALL following ACTH administration. He was diagnosed with Adrenal Insufficiency, also knows as Cortisol Dependency.
It's a HUGE relief that this condition was caught prior to Torin's liver surgery. We quickly begin daily oral Predinisone treatments to help manage his cortisol levels, and we have a modified emergency plan in place that involves immediate intramuscular injection of steroid hormone in the case of a medical illness or emergency. Such an emergency could be a severe head bump, a fever with vomiting, a broken bone or a car accident. The injectable steroid will help Torin's body cope with the stress associated with a traumatic event, keeping his blood pressure and blood sugar levels stable. It could absolutely save his life in the case of a severe trauma.
We also have a modified plan in place for the surgery to fix his Portosystemic Liver Shunt in Chicago at Lurie Children's Hospital this November. He will receive an increased "stress dose" or oral Prednisone (steroid) in advance of his surgery and prior to invasive tests or general anesthetics. Throughout his procedures and surgeries, his cortisol levels will be closely managed and he will receive IV doses of steroids while unconscious.
We are so relieved to be armed with this new diagnosis and with better knowledge of how to help keep Torin safe and healthy: both during his day-to-day activities, and throughout his upcoming international medical treatments. As always, we are extremely grateful to have access to such exemplary healthcare in our city, as well as amazing medical specialists to help manage Torin's health and wellness.