Tuesday, October 23, 2012

Trenton special focus baby





Trenton at 4 months old




Trenton at 18 months
Trenton is an 18 month old baby boy who has hypospadias, undescended testicles, and a small ASD. He can walk very steadily and goes up and down stairs holding onto the rail. He has very good fine motor skills; for example, he'll pick up small things off the ground like thread. Trenton says papa, mama and babbles when he's in a good mood. He likes to imitate what the caregivers do and say, following them around and making them laugh. He looks at picture books and can eat out of a bowl. He's not a picky eater. Trenton understands the caregivers and follows simple instructions. He likes to play with balls and cars and to go outside. Trenton usually sleeps on his stomach while sucking his fingers.



Tuesday, October 16, 2012

Emma EAC special focus individual referral


Emma is an energetic 18 month old who enjoys playing late at night in her crib. She was diagnosed with nanophthalmos of both eyes and small corneal of both eyes.
She can say "mama" and can walk with the help of an adult. She can stand alone for about 10 minutes. She likes to play with musical and movable toys. She will follow a moving toy. If she hears a toy playing music, she'll crawl over. She can be stubborn some times; if she doesn't get what she wants, she will throw a tantrum. Her caregiver will comfort her by taking her outside. She'll eat any food given to her but she does not like to drink water. She likes for the caregiver to hold her, talk to her and play with her. When she's happy, she has a sweet smile.
Emma likes to play with toys that make music.

Families or Single Women meeting CCCWA requirements are eligible to adopt Emma. The dossier must be submitted to CCCWA with in 6 months of accepting referral. Please contact EAC if you are interested in learning more about Emma or other China waiting children.