Sooooo relieved to have read a post from you Alison. Every day I would check, and my heart would kind of race, fearful of what I might read. How wonderful to see steady progress. I know how hard it is for you to see her struggling, but every step forward is great cause for hope and optimism. I hope your time away was healing for you both. I think you are just the BEST mom and I am sure much of Bella's healing is thanks to the tremendous emotional, as well as physical, support you give her. Hydrotherapy is a great means of passive exercise, and very comforting and relaxing. Maybe you can get in the tub with her!! Will be thinking of you both and praying every day for Bella! Please let us know how you guys are doing. With love...