Traci,
I know you are scared, being an OBPI adult & 1st time pregnant and new mother. I JUST KNOW that all of our UBPN Family of Mothers, BPI & NON-BPI, we WON'T let you go thru this wonderful pregnancy alone. Please post here and VENT too, your questions and concerns...I know we OBPI& TBPI mothers have lot of "How TO's", but most of all, take care of your OWN needs FIRST and the "Precious Baby" of yours will be fine...may I even say "it begins with you?" I hope I don't sound too preachy,Traci..I don't mean to..Anyway, please do tell us of your concerns. Did I tell you we are all in this together & we are Family??We understand...
Hugs,
Carolyn J
Message for Traci.."Veggie..."....
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Carolyn J
- Posts: 3424
- Joined: Tue Apr 06, 2004 1:22 pm
- Injury Description, Date, extent, surgical intervention etc: LOBPI. I am 77 yrs old and never had a name for my injuries until 2004 when I found UBPN at age 66.
My injuries are: LOBPI on upper body and Cerebrael Palsy on the lower left extremities. The only intervention I've had is a tendon transplant from my left leg to my left foot to enable flexing t age 24 in 1962. Before that, my foot would freeze without notice on the side when wearing heels AND I always did wear them at work "to fit in" I also stuttered until around age 18-19...just outgrew it...no therapy for it. Also suffered from very very low self esteem; severe Depression and Anxiety attacks started at menopause. I stuffed emotions and over-compensated in every thing I did to "fit in" and be "invisible". My injuries were Never addressed or talked about until age 66. I am a late bloomer!!!!!
I welcome any and all questions about "My Journey".
There is NO SUCH THING AS A DUMB QUESTION.
Sharing helps to Heal. HUGS do too. - Location: Tacoma WA
- Contact:
Message for Traci.."Veggie..."....
Carolyn J
Adult LOBPI
Adult LOBPI
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Kath
- Posts: 3242
- Joined: Mon Nov 18, 2002 4:11 pm
- Injury Description, Date, extent, surgical intervention etc: I am ROBPI, global injury, Horner's Syndrome. No surgery but PT started at 2 weeks old under the direction of New York Hospital. I wore a brace 24/7 for the first 11 months of my life. I've never let my injury be used as an excuse not to do something. I've approach all things, in life, as a challenge. I approach anything new wondering if I can do it. I tried so many things I might never have tried, if I were not obpi. Being OBPI has made me strong, creative, more determined and persistent. I believe that being obpi has given me a very strong sense of humor and compassion for others.
- Location: New York
Re: Message for Traci..
Traci
I am so happy for you!
I also know how worried you are about the baby...
You know what to ask the doctor you have read about prevention and you will be in control of your delivery.
Try to enjoy this pregnancy and try not to worry too much.
Hugs to you and the Babe
Kath (adult/robpi)
I am so happy for you!
I also know how worried you are about the baby...
You know what to ask the doctor you have read about prevention and you will be in control of your delivery.
Try to enjoy this pregnancy and try not to worry too much.
Hugs to you and the Babe
Kath (adult/robpi)
Kath robpi/adult
Kathleen Mallozzi
Kathleen Mallozzi
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brandonsmom
- Posts: 1401
- Joined: Mon Nov 22, 2004 4:43 pm
Re: Message for Traci..
Traci,
I am not "BPI" but I remember when I was pregnant with my first child, it was so hard for me to imagine how I would do all the things that are required of me as a mother. When he came it was like I knew all along. You will figure out what to do and how do it and if you can't well...we always have our computer friends don't we? Congratualtions.....Gayle mom of Brandon 71/2 ROBPI
I am not "BPI" but I remember when I was pregnant with my first child, it was so hard for me to imagine how I would do all the things that are required of me as a mother. When he came it was like I knew all along. You will figure out what to do and how do it and if you can't well...we always have our computer friends don't we? Congratualtions.....Gayle mom of Brandon 71/2 ROBPI
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cherie_hohertz
- Posts: 139
- Joined: Wed Sep 17, 2003 9:45 am
Re: Message for Traci..
Traci,
I'm the parent of an OBPI child, but just wanted to say CONGRATS! We're expecting our second child in July, so I know the feelings of apprehension you're feeling!
Good luck and keep us updated!
Cherie
I'm the parent of an OBPI child, but just wanted to say CONGRATS! We're expecting our second child in July, so I know the feelings of apprehension you're feeling!
Good luck and keep us updated!
Cherie
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Carolyn J
- Posts: 3424
- Joined: Tue Apr 06, 2004 1:22 pm
- Injury Description, Date, extent, surgical intervention etc: LOBPI. I am 77 yrs old and never had a name for my injuries until 2004 when I found UBPN at age 66.
My injuries are: LOBPI on upper body and Cerebrael Palsy on the lower left extremities. The only intervention I've had is a tendon transplant from my left leg to my left foot to enable flexing t age 24 in 1962. Before that, my foot would freeze without notice on the side when wearing heels AND I always did wear them at work "to fit in" I also stuttered until around age 18-19...just outgrew it...no therapy for it. Also suffered from very very low self esteem; severe Depression and Anxiety attacks started at menopause. I stuffed emotions and over-compensated in every thing I did to "fit in" and be "invisible". My injuries were Never addressed or talked about until age 66. I am a late bloomer!!!!!
I welcome any and all questions about "My Journey".
There is NO SUCH THING AS A DUMB QUESTION.
Sharing helps to Heal. HUGS do too. - Location: Tacoma WA
- Contact:
Re: Message for Traci..
Traci,
Here's your (((HUG)))) for today. Does the "Babe" kick you & how hard?..that part of being PG is fun...
Carolyn J
Here's your (((HUG)))) for today. Does the "Babe" kick you & how hard?..that part of being PG is fun...
Carolyn J
Carolyn J
Adult LOBPI
Adult LOBPI
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veggiebug
- Posts: 257
- Joined: Wed Mar 03, 2004 8:47 pm
- Injury Description, Date, extent, surgical intervention etc: I weighed 11 lbs. 4 oz. when I was born.
I was delivered by forceps which resulted in my ROBPI.
I've never had any surgical intervention. - Location: Williamsport PA
Re: Message for Traci..
Hey, sorry it took so long for me to read your posts. Thanks everyone for your support, it means a lot.
Yeah, he kicks quite a bit now. I love it. It always makes me smile.
I'm doing all I can to relax, and I have faith in the mid-wives. They've been watching me closely and once we get more towards my due date they are going to make sure the baby doesn't get too big.
My husband has been great, he's been thinking of things I need to make sure I can work now before we buy it. Like the strollers and car seats. He has been a great support and I think we'll be fine. And I believe if I run into anything I can't figure out, I have you guys to help.
Thanks again.
If you want to check out our website at all it's...
http://www.babiesonline.com/babies/j/jonandtraci/
Not too much on there, just Ultrasound pictures and some photos of the Nursery under construction. But you're welcome to check it out.
Thanks again.
And you all really are like my family.
-Traci
Yeah, he kicks quite a bit now. I love it. It always makes me smile.
I'm doing all I can to relax, and I have faith in the mid-wives. They've been watching me closely and once we get more towards my due date they are going to make sure the baby doesn't get too big.
My husband has been great, he's been thinking of things I need to make sure I can work now before we buy it. Like the strollers and car seats. He has been a great support and I think we'll be fine. And I believe if I run into anything I can't figure out, I have you guys to help.
Thanks again.
If you want to check out our website at all it's...
http://www.babiesonline.com/babies/j/jonandtraci/
Not too much on there, just Ultrasound pictures and some photos of the Nursery under construction. But you're welcome to check it out.
Thanks again.
And you all really are like my family.
-Traci
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Carolyn J
- Posts: 3424
- Joined: Tue Apr 06, 2004 1:22 pm
- Injury Description, Date, extent, surgical intervention etc: LOBPI. I am 77 yrs old and never had a name for my injuries until 2004 when I found UBPN at age 66.
My injuries are: LOBPI on upper body and Cerebrael Palsy on the lower left extremities. The only intervention I've had is a tendon transplant from my left leg to my left foot to enable flexing t age 24 in 1962. Before that, my foot would freeze without notice on the side when wearing heels AND I always did wear them at work "to fit in" I also stuttered until around age 18-19...just outgrew it...no therapy for it. Also suffered from very very low self esteem; severe Depression and Anxiety attacks started at menopause. I stuffed emotions and over-compensated in every thing I did to "fit in" and be "invisible". My injuries were Never addressed or talked about until age 66. I am a late bloomer!!!!!
I welcome any and all questions about "My Journey".
There is NO SUCH THING AS A DUMB QUESTION.
Sharing helps to Heal. HUGS do too. - Location: Tacoma WA
- Contact:
Re: Message for Traci..
Traci & Jon...
I LOVE your site and pictures. I have it on my DEsktop soo it's great to "visit" "Babe" when I want.
Tou're right about us being here & are your Family!
I want to adopt all 3 of you..but that's just me...
Carolyn J
Adult LOBPI
(your self-"adopted" Grammma)
I LOVE your site and pictures. I have it on my DEsktop soo it's great to "visit" "Babe" when I want.
Tou're right about us being here & are your Family!
I want to adopt all 3 of you..but that's just me...
Carolyn J
Adult LOBPI
(your self-"adopted" Grammma)
Carolyn J
Adult LOBPI
Adult LOBPI
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veggiebug
- Posts: 257
- Joined: Wed Mar 03, 2004 8:47 pm
- Injury Description, Date, extent, surgical intervention etc: I weighed 11 lbs. 4 oz. when I was born.
I was delivered by forceps which resulted in my ROBPI.
I've never had any surgical intervention. - Location: Williamsport PA
Re: Message for Traci..
Can my dog, 3 cats, and turtle come too?
Just kidding. You know it's funny. Everyone wants to be our baby's Gramma. He'll have one offical Grammy, my sister's mother-in-law acting as stand in Grammy since we've sort of disconnected ourselves from my husband's mom due to MAJOR issues. And then we have the Great Grandparents. Would you believe my husband has all of his grandparents still? We're going to have to start numbering them I think.
Anyway... enough of my babbling on. Please visit the site whenever you wish.
And at any point if anyone has any thoughts or suggestions regarding things they couldn't live without as a BPI mom, please let me know.
-Traci
Just kidding. You know it's funny. Everyone wants to be our baby's Gramma. He'll have one offical Grammy, my sister's mother-in-law acting as stand in Grammy since we've sort of disconnected ourselves from my husband's mom due to MAJOR issues. And then we have the Great Grandparents. Would you believe my husband has all of his grandparents still? We're going to have to start numbering them I think.
Anyway... enough of my babbling on. Please visit the site whenever you wish.
And at any point if anyone has any thoughts or suggestions regarding things they couldn't live without as a BPI mom, please let me know.
-Traci
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rachelcasa
- Posts: 729
- Joined: Mon Apr 21, 2003 11:45 pm
Re: Message for Traci..
Hey Traci,
I'm finally getting a minute to check on the boards. Hope your doing well. Sorry I haven't emailed in a while. Hope all is well. *HUGS*
I'm finally getting a minute to check on the boards. Hope your doing well. Sorry I haven't emailed in a while. Hope all is well. *HUGS*
Re: Message for Traci..
I remember when I was pregnant with our first...I was sooo worried too. It turned out not as hard as I imagined. Nursing was a bit hard til I learned to use a chair with a arm, and lots of pillows to support my BPI arm. I couldn't "steer" the baby for latching on with my left, but I would just use the right, and once latched on I would carefully transfer them into the left crook of my arm.
Also...for help carrying the babies I used a baby sling. The kind with the straps that go over both shoulders hurt my BPI arm, and the strap was always slipping off. A baby sling goes over only 1 shoulder and then around the hip. It also helped when I was out and didn't have pillows etc to help nurse. It would support most of the babies weight.
A football hold was the easiest for me on my left, because most of babies weight was on my hip, I only had to hold thier head with my arm.
The easiest kind of car seat for me was the kind that you strap the base into the car, and the carrier clamps in and out. Buckling a seatbelt is hard for me cause the buckles in the backseat are "loose" and so I had to hold them and put the buckle in....really hard.
Kimberly 38
LOBPI
Mom of 5:)
Also...for help carrying the babies I used a baby sling. The kind with the straps that go over both shoulders hurt my BPI arm, and the strap was always slipping off. A baby sling goes over only 1 shoulder and then around the hip. It also helped when I was out and didn't have pillows etc to help nurse. It would support most of the babies weight.
A football hold was the easiest for me on my left, because most of babies weight was on my hip, I only had to hold thier head with my arm.
The easiest kind of car seat for me was the kind that you strap the base into the car, and the carrier clamps in and out. Buckling a seatbelt is hard for me cause the buckles in the backseat are "loose" and so I had to hold them and put the buckle in....really hard.
Kimberly 38
LOBPI
Mom of 5:)