Ingrid, welcome to the board. Sophie was diagnosed at 4mths because of the uneven skin folds too - don't worry I never noticed them either. She then went into a brace at 8mths of age (the o/s had hoped that it would rectifiy itself - why he waited another 4mths) and has been in a rhino brace for 7mths now (she's nearly 15mths old). It may not be necessary for your baby to have an operation or even go in a cast. Sophie just went into a brace. Anyway, I'm sure your visit to the o/s will help put your mind at ease. It is really scary at first and quite overwhelming emotionally but you seem like you've done a lot of research. Big hugs to you! Also, I still breastfed whilst Sophie was in the brace - it was a bit hard at first to find the right position - but it certainly is possible. I found pillows helped. All the best!

Nicole, that's fantastic that Scarlett has settled down and everything seems normal! Yahhh! The first week is really tough, but they're amazing how well and quickly they adjust. Quicker than us mums

We have our xray on Wednesday - fingers and toes crossed. We then have our orth surg visit on Monday, Godwilling it'll be the last one in the brace. I really have mixed emotions and too scared to get my hopes up. Anyway, hope you're all having a great week. Susan