{"id":689,"date":"2026-02-23T16:59:16","date_gmt":"2026-02-23T16:59:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/family.opsb.com\/?p=689"},"modified":"2026-03-27T16:43:06","modified_gmt":"2026-03-27T16:43:06","slug":"finding-balance-how-to-stay-diligent-and-flexible-when-bracing-your-child-for-clubfoot","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/opsb.com\/family-resources\/finding-balance-how-to-stay-diligent-and-flexible-when-bracing-your-child-for-clubfoot\/","title":{"rendered":"Finding Balance: How to Stay Diligent and Flexible When Bracing Your Child for Clubfoot"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_81 ez-toc-wrap-center counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 eztoc-toggle-hide-by-default' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/opsb.com\/family-resources\/finding-balance-how-to-stay-diligent-and-flexible-when-bracing-your-child-for-clubfoot\/#Ericas_Journey_with_Her_Sons_Clubfoot_Treatment\" >Erica\u2019s Journey with Her Son\u2019s Clubfoot Treatment<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/opsb.com\/family-resources\/finding-balance-how-to-stay-diligent-and-flexible-when-bracing-your-child-for-clubfoot\/#Starting_Bracing_The_Early_Months\" >Starting Bracing: The Early Months<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/opsb.com\/family-resources\/finding-balance-how-to-stay-diligent-and-flexible-when-bracing-your-child-for-clubfoot\/#Toddlerhood_When_Flexibility_Becomes_Key\" >Toddlerhood: When Flexibility Becomes Key<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/opsb.com\/family-resources\/finding-balance-how-to-stay-diligent-and-flexible-when-bracing-your-child-for-clubfoot\/#What_Does_Being_Diligent_Mean_in_Clubfoot_Bracing\" >What Does Being Diligent Mean in Clubfoot Bracing?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/opsb.com\/family-resources\/finding-balance-how-to-stay-diligent-and-flexible-when-bracing-your-child-for-clubfoot\/#Daily_Routine_and_Care_Details\" >Daily Routine and Care Details<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/opsb.com\/family-resources\/finding-balance-how-to-stay-diligent-and-flexible-when-bracing-your-child-for-clubfoot\/#The_Importance_of_Consistent_Bracing\" >The Importance of Consistent Bracing<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/opsb.com\/family-resources\/finding-balance-how-to-stay-diligent-and-flexible-when-bracing-your-child-for-clubfoot\/#Balancing_Diligence_with_Flexibility_as_Toddlers_Grow\" >Balancing Diligence with Flexibility as Toddlers Grow<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/opsb.com\/family-resources\/finding-balance-how-to-stay-diligent-and-flexible-when-bracing-your-child-for-clubfoot\/#Challenges_of_Toddlerhood_in_Bracing\" >Challenges of Toddlerhood in Bracing<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/opsb.com\/family-resources\/finding-balance-how-to-stay-diligent-and-flexible-when-bracing-your-child-for-clubfoot\/#Strategies_Erica_Used_to_Maintain_Balance\" >Strategies Erica Used to Maintain Balance<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/opsb.com\/family-resources\/finding-balance-how-to-stay-diligent-and-flexible-when-bracing-your-child-for-clubfoot\/#Tips_for_Parents_How_to_Balance_Diligence_and_Flexibility\" >Tips for Parents: How to Balance Diligence and Flexibility<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/opsb.com\/family-resources\/finding-balance-how-to-stay-diligent-and-flexible-when-bracing-your-child-for-clubfoot\/#Encouragement_and_Advice_for_Parents_Navigating_Bracing\" >Encouragement and Advice for Parents Navigating Bracing<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/opsb.com\/family-resources\/finding-balance-how-to-stay-diligent-and-flexible-when-bracing-your-child-for-clubfoot\/#The_Importance_of_Giving_Yourself_Grace\" >The Importance of Giving Yourself Grace<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/opsb.com\/family-resources\/finding-balance-how-to-stay-diligent-and-flexible-when-bracing-your-child-for-clubfoot\/#Focus_on_the_Outcome_Not_Perfection\" >Focus on the Outcome, Not Perfection<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/opsb.com\/family-resources\/finding-balance-how-to-stay-diligent-and-flexible-when-bracing-your-child-for-clubfoot\/#Key_Takeaways_for_Parents\" >Key Takeaways for Parents<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/opsb.com\/family-resources\/finding-balance-how-to-stay-diligent-and-flexible-when-bracing-your-child-for-clubfoot\/#Conclusion\" >Conclusion<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Caring for a child with clubfoot brings a flood of emotions and a long list of daily routines, especially once bracing becomes part of family life. But as every parent knows, kids grow fast and bring their own personalities into everything, bracing included. This post pulls from real-life experience to help caregivers find the sweet spot between sticking with clubfoot treatment and adapting to their child\u2019s changing needs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<div class='avia-iframe-wrap'><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Parent Experience Series- Finding the Balance between Diligence and Flexibility while Bracing\" width=\"1500\" height=\"844\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/PaKhZm3etdg?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/div>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ericas_Journey_with_Her_Sons_Clubfoot_Treatment\"><\/span>Erica\u2019s Journey with Her Son\u2019s Clubfoot Treatment<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Erica<\/strong> is a mom sharing her clubfoot bracing journey with her 3.5-year-old son, now in the final stretch of therapy. She\u2019s part of the community highlighted by OP Specialty Bracing, sharing what day-to-day life really looks like for kids, and their families, working through clubfoot correction.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Starting_Bracing_The_Early_Months\"><\/span>Starting Bracing: The Early Months<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Erica\u2019s son began <strong>23-hour bracing<\/strong> early and continued until he was about 9 months old. This meant the <strong>boots and bar<\/strong> stayed on for nearly every hour of the day. Since he never had a <strong>tenotomy<\/strong>, a minor procedure that cuts the Achilles tendon to improve foot flexibility, his original order was for more bracing time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Having <strong>bilateral clubfoot<\/strong> (both feet affected) added to the routine. Erica\u2019s careful attention to detail helped: picking out the right <strong>bracing socks<\/strong>, making sure straps fit snugly, and checking foot position. In these early days, routines came easier. Babies often accept treatment without much fuss.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Toddlerhood_When_Flexibility_Becomes_Key\"><\/span>Toddlerhood: When Flexibility Becomes Key<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As her son became a toddler, routines changed gears. With each new stage, especially those \u201cassert my independence\u201d toddler moments, Erica needed fresh strategies for making bracing work.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Early Challenges vs. Toddler Challenges<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Early months (infancy):<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Following a strict 23-hour wear schedule<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Adjusting socks and straps for comfort<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Less resistance from her baby<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Toddler phase:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Power struggles at bedtime<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Requests for more freedom (\u201cCan I take a break?\u201d)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Shorter wear time on rough nights<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Finding creative solutions after a busy day<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Navigating those new demands took Erica\u2019s careful planning (and sometimes a bit of trial and error). She\u2019s living proof that every phase can work with patience and problem solving.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Does_Being_Diligent_Mean_in_Clubfoot_Bracing\"><\/span>What Does Being Diligent Mean in Clubfoot Bracing?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Erica\u2019s approach to <em>diligence<\/em> in bracing is simple but not always easy. It\u2019s about sticking with the plan as much as possible and staying alert to the little things that make a big difference.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Daily_Routine_and_Care_Details\"><\/span>Daily Routine and Care Details<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Consistency is the heart of clubfoot bracing care. Erica shared the habits that turned her daily checklist into second nature:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Daily Diligence Checklist:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Braces on every night:<\/strong> Even when days were hard or her little one was sick, she tried to keep the schedule constant.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Foot in proper position:<\/strong> Before strapping in, she checked that her son\u2019s foot was lined up right.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Sock check:<\/strong> She picked well-fitting, comfortable socks to stop blisters and improve comfort.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Strap adjustment:<\/strong> Making sure every strap was snug, not too loose or tight.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Thanks to this steady routine, blisters were rare, and complications stayed away, even as she nears the last stretch of treatment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Importance_of_Consistent_Bracing\"><\/span>The Importance of Consistent Bracing<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Why stick to the plan? Consistency is the best way to keep a clubfoot from relapsing. Each skipped night risks undoing weeks or months of hard work. Every family will face tough nights, but sticking as close to the routine as you can really matters.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>Preventing relapse is crucial for strong long-term results. Even small slips can set progress back. That\u2019s why healthcare providers encourage families to make bracing a dependable part of their sleep time routine.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Balancing_Diligence_with_Flexibility_as_Toddlers_Grow\"><\/span>Balancing Diligence with Flexibility as Toddlers Grow<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Toddlers bring a new set of challenges for clubfoot families. Sometimes, following the bracing protocol feels like a tightrope walk: too strict, and battles erupt; too relaxed, and you worry about health setbacks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Challenges_of_Toddlerhood_in_Bracing\"><\/span>Challenges of Toddlerhood in Bracing<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When evening arrives, so do battles of will. Some toddlers can see bracing as one more thing grown-ups \u201cmake\u201d them do right up there with brushing teeth and going to bed. Erica\u2019s son, as he grew, started asking for breaks and pushing back against the routine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Toddler growth brings:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>More bedtime struggles and stalling<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Attempts to skip bracing nights<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Shorter total bracing hours (sometimes dropping from 12 hours to 10)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Kids asking candid questions\u2014\u201cWhen did you put the boots on?\u201d<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Strategies_Erica_Used_to_Maintain_Balance\"><\/span>Strategies Erica Used to Maintain Balance<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Erica didn\u2019t give up on diligence; she just got creative. Here\u2019s how she adapted while keeping her son\u2019s progress on track:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Boots on after sleep:<\/strong> If bedtime turned into a battle, she waited until her son fell asleep before slipping on the boots quietly. This meant he wore them for a few less hours some nights, but still met most of the treatment goals.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Accepting occasional \u201coff\u201d nights:<\/strong> If her son was sick or the evening was especially rough, she allowed rare breaks. Most nights, though, she kept the bracing as regular as possible.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Open conversations:<\/strong> When her son woke up asking about his boots, Erica calmly explained when they went on. This honesty built trust and took some of the mystery out of bracing.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Tips_for_Parents_How_to_Balance_Diligence_and_Flexibility\"><\/span>Tips for Parents: How to Balance Diligence and Flexibility<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Tips for Parents:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Stick to your goal, but stay honest with yourself:<\/strong> Missing one night rarely harms treatment, but a pattern can. Make every night count, but don\u2019t beat yourself up if things go sideways now and then.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Find what eases the struggle:<\/strong> For Erica, this sometimes meant late-night boot sessions, for others it might be letting toddlers help with straps or choose their own bracing socks.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Stay calm during pushback:<\/strong> Power struggles are part of parenting. Avoid making bracing the center of nightly battles if you can.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Celebrate small wins:<\/strong> Got through a week with minimal fuss? Celebrate together. Rewards work for toddlers and parents too.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Encouragement_and_Advice_for_Parents_Navigating_Bracing\"><\/span>Encouragement and Advice for Parents Navigating Bracing<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The journey through clubfoot bracing is both rewarding and challenging. Erica\u2019s biggest piece of advice isn\u2019t about straps or schedules, it\u2019s about giving yourself grace and knowing you\u2019re not alone.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Importance_of_Giving_Yourself_Grace\"><\/span>The Importance of Giving Yourself Grace<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Clubfoot bracing routines can feel strict and exhausting. When every night feels like a replay, it\u2019s easy to lose perspective. Erica reminds parents that every family is different. One parent might balance siblings and sports, another might have just one child at home, it all shapes your routines.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Every family has their own story:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Household size changes everything<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Routines will never match someone else\u2019s exactly<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>What works for your child might not work for your neighbor\u2019s<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Getting caught comparing your journey to others only adds stress. Instead, Erica recommends focusing on your own progress and letting go of guilt when things aren\u2019t perfect.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Focus_on_the_Outcome_Not_Perfection\"><\/span>Focus on the Outcome, Not Perfection<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The finish line is the same for everyone: a corrected clubfoot and a happy, healthy child. Even when bumps pop up on the journey, sticking together and returning to your routine builds positive results.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>You\u2019re doing the best you can. A few tough nights won\u2019t erase months of hard work. Keep your eyes on the prize, and remember every effort moves your child forward.<\/em><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Key_Takeaways_for_Parents\"><\/span>Key Takeaways for Parents<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Key Takeaways<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Consistency wins:<\/strong> Staying true to your bracing routine is the foundation of long-term success. Even if you miss a night, get back on track the next.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Flexibility matters:<\/strong> As your child grows and develops, adapt routines to fit both their needs and your treatment goals.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Creative workarounds help:<\/strong> Try late-night bracing, change up sock choices, or let your child assist in their own care to reduce struggle.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Don\u2019t compare your journey:<\/strong> Every family\u2019s situation and routine will look different and that\u2019s okay.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Be gentle with yourself:<\/strong> Progress rarely happens in a straight line. Celebrate your efforts and focus on your child\u2019s improved health.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span>Conclusion<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Navigating clubfoot bracing is a mix of persistence, creativity, and compassion\u2014for both your child and yourself. Erica\u2019s experiences show that the journey isn\u2019t about perfection, but about finding what works for your family while staying as close to the plan as possible. If you\u2019re in the middle of this process, know you\u2019re not alone. Every step forward gets your child one step closer to healthy, happy movement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Looking for more stories and advice from other parents? Watch the full Parent Experience Series video above to hear more about finding balance and hope through the bracing journey.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>Disclaimer:<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>OPSB products and products distributed by OrthoPediatrics Corp. should be used under the guidance of qualified healthcare professional. Individual results may vary. Please consult your pediatrician or orthopedic specialist for professional advice, including intended use, warnings, precautions, side effects and contraindications. This video is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. 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