What a way to start out...

[maburke]

Can you belive this? We were literally on our way driving out of town Saturday to start our vacation at WDW, staying at BCV, when we noticed that the arm of our 5-year old son, who has autism, was swollen and he was favoring it a bit. Well, five hours, 1 urgent care center and 1 Emergency room visit later, he is casted above the elbow with a broken arm! And we are at home in Atlanta, planning to set out about 18 hours later than planned. We thought about giving up, since we had such a terrible experience at the urgent care center, and he screamed so much about the splint they tried to put on. But he seemed okay with the cast that is not too pleasant, but clearly not removable. So we're going to try it. But he can't get it wet! And we're staying at the BEACH CLUB!!! AAARRGGHHH!!! All those afternoons we planned to relax by the pool... Any suggestions for what else to do when the kids need that mid-afternoon break?

Thanks for listening!
Meghan

 

[WDWLVR]

Meghan,

Hugs and Pixie Dust that the rest of your vacation is much more magical than the start. A few suggestions on what you can do:

DVD's are available down in the gift shop (free rental for DVC members). So pick up some popcorn at the grocery store, pop up a batch and sit down for an afternoon movie.

Go on over to the community center at Boardwalk. They have some fun games and crafts over there that should keep the kids occupied.

Treat yourself and the family to a stop at Beaches and Cream - ice cream for everyone - maybe even the kitchen sink!

Hope these help and hope you have a wonderful time.

 

[Tjkane28]

If your son will let you, wrap the plaster cast in a plastic, such as a grocery story bag, or a heavy duty garbage bag would be even better.

If the plaster get a little wet, no big deal, it will dry. If you wrap it in plastic, and watch carefully, he'll be able to enjoy the pool. No slide, however.

 

[DeDixie]

Sorry about your son's arm. I hope it heals quickly.

You can buy a waterproof cover to go over the cast. I saw them advertised in the hospital cast waiting room when my daughter was there for a broken finger. It would be worth the money just for this trip, and would be helpful even at bath time.

The other suggestions sounded great. Community Hall at the Boradwalk has such a wonderful staff, especially Jeff.

 

[poj7]

Hi.

Please check with your physician before putting garbage bags etc on your child's arm. Did the physician say no swimming or swimming is ok with plastic covering the cast?

As great as it would be to allow him to swim, I don't think it's worth potentially damaging the cast and risking a less than perfect result.

Paul

 

[anniet]

Oh noooo, I'm so sorry to hear that.

I'm surprised the doctor didn't ask you before casting it, if you wanted a waterproof cast. My niece broke her wrist about 3 years ago and luckily before casting my sister thought to ask about a waterproof cast. The doctor hadn't even offered her one and when she asked, he answered, your insurance won't cover it, so you'll have to pay the difference, but it was worth it for them since they just paid a ton of money on swimming lessons!

I hope you find other things to do. Maybe a hidden mickey hunt???

Hope you have a relaxing time from here on out.

 

[castleri]

Grandaughter broke her arm both bones lower arm a few days before our trip a couple of years ago. Enjoyed the pool greatly with the help of plastic bags and duct tape, We also had one of the fancy over the cast waterroofing devices but the bags and tape worked best. Got a few strange looks as she floated around SAB. Hope things work out for all of you. The only real problem she had was not being able to do the roller coasters or any of the more bouncing type rides because of the nature of the breaks - just too painful. Your trip can only get better -- Have a great time.