1) We asked for a copy of his labs, or most recent. But they did not provide any, and only commented that the hospitals are having a blood shortage now. He was to be going for blood the next week, and they would try to get a blood test done. (haven't received anything :( and likely will not )
2) They report he is being transfused every 1-1.5 months. (which is actually impressive for China, if true?)
3) He has not been started on any chelation medications. (Not surprising given his age, and in China. However once home, he will be started on chelation medications in order to decrease his iron overload in his organs from the frequent transfusions.)
4) He is generally not sick, except for an occasional cold.
5) When he was found, was there a note left with him or a personal belonging?
They responded that a note was left with him, and that they would send a picture of it, but I have not received that? I'm dying to know what was written on the note......my guess is, it would be his birthdate? We will see?
6) Food likes and dislikes?
He likes round crackers. Likes most food and has a good appetite. (I hope that means he is going to be a good eater like Lanzi is......YES! 👏 )
7) What does he like to do or play with (favorite toy)?
Sometimes he is not energetic, so will just play on rocking horse. When he is feeling energetic, then he likes to go outside and play on the slide.
8) How is his emotional development? Who is he closest to in the orphanage?
Normal. He is close to the "grandmother" who takes care of him. (the grandmother in an orphanage is what they may call an older woman that cares for the children)
9) What gives him comfort when he is upset?
Give him some snacks.
10) What is his personality like in detail?
He is very easy going and well behaved.
11) How are his social skills? Does he get along well with other children and adults?
Very happy.
12) How is his mental ability compared to his peers?
Normal
13) What words can he say, or does he speak in 2-3 word sentences?
Good for orphanage kids, can say 3-word sentence like "Hi, Ayi."
14) Not potty trained yet.
15) Is not in any schooling yet.
16) What does he eat? Can he feed himself? Does he feed himself with a spoon or a bottle?
He eats with a spoon and drinks with a bottle.
17) Does he speak Madarin or Cantonese?
Both (Tingzi and Lanzi both were from provinces that spoke Mandarin)
18) What is his gross motor development like?
He cannot walk by himself yet. The Ayi holds his hand to walk.
19) What is his fine motor development like?
Normal
20) Updated measurements and weight:
height 80cm (2ft 7), weight 10kg (22 lbs), head 46cm, chest 46cm, foot 13cm (size 6-7?), 20 teeth
21) Is there anything else you think the family should know about this child?
He needs blood transfusion. (lol OK, thanks! It's true, quite a bit can and is lost through translation. lol)
So we were very pleased with this update to say the least. There were no surprises, and we felt he was holding his own medically as well. It would have been really nice to have received his current hemoglobin level. But if he is being transfused every 1.5-2 months, then we just need to continue to pray for his health and wellness to maintain while he waits for us to get there to him.
Our family has really been tossing around different ideas for our son's name. But now that we had received the update, it really helped us finally decide on his name. I know a lot of you have been asking if he had a name yet? Well we plan to disclose his name in a fun way! We are going to reveal his name in our next puzzle fundraiser.
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