Hi Karen,

I don't know if anyone is still using this thread - jump over to the "Hip Dysplacia Support Group" thread which is really active.

20 months old is so hard to be diagnosed. My DD was first diagnosed at birth and the first brace went on at 7 weeks and the adjustments were difficult for her. I can't imagine what you must be going through.

The things these babies can do in the brace is astounding. My DD learned how to roll over and sit up in it - she's 10 months old and not up to walking yet anyway, so we haven't had to come to that hurdle. Give your daughter some time to adjust and I'm sure she'll give walking a go again. Sleeping does become impossible. The discomfort they feel is evident. Try putting a flat cot pillow under her legs while she sleeps to try and lift them a little so the brace doesn't put to much pressure on her legs.

What sort of brace is she in?It's not an easy journey, but if you come into the other group, you'll find many mums and dads going through the same thing and the support is just incredible.

Good luck

Corelly.