Hi everyone,
Its been a while since I have posted. I always try to stop by and read what;s going on. There are so many things going on that I am truly exhausted. First, Amaru is just getting bigger by the day. We saw his doctor recently and decided against any surgerys. He seems to be doing well. We are still working on him grasping and reaching with his right hand but he is too smart for all of us. His therapist and us noticed that he is sticking out his right leg and using it as a subsitute for his right arm. He is bowlegged but by doing this he is making it stick out more. So we have an appt to see an orthopedic doc in Shriners Erie but its not until April. Unfortunately Shriners was without a full time orthopedic doc and we just got 2 part time people, so they are swamped. My little rascal is just too much sometimes.
On other news, I am 4 months pregant. I can't believe it considering my son just turned one in November. I feel a bit overwhelmed by it, especially when I had to visit the doc and discuss Amaru's birth. Just reliving it made me sad but my new doctor makes me feel comfortable and suggested we do a c-section for this delivery. While I am not thrilled, I understand that we have to be safe.
So besides that I am currently trying to find a full time job and we have to move into a bigger place in July. OH..and I'm due in Sept. I am tired just writing this..lol. Well that's enough from me. Just wanted to say hi and send out an update.
Thanks everyone,
Maria
Amaru's mother (ROBPI, 15 months)
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hope16_05
- Posts: 1670
- Joined: Tue Jul 01, 2003 11:33 am
- Injury Description, Date, extent, surgical intervention etc: 28 years old with a right obstetrical brachial plexus injury. 5 surgeries to date with pretty decent results. Last surgery resolved years of pain in my right arm however, I am beginning my journey with overuse in my left arm
- Location: Minnesota
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Congratulations Maria!!!
Sounds like things are going well. Good luck with the new baby when it arrives in Sept.
Also good luck with the shriners appt in April. I hope every thing goes well!
Hugs,
Amy 21 years old ROBPI from MN
Sounds like things are going well. Good luck with the new baby when it arrives in Sept.
Also good luck with the shriners appt in April. I hope every thing goes well!
Hugs,
Amy 21 years old ROBPI from MN
Amy 28 years old ROBPI from MN
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Carolyn J
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- 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
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Congratulations, Marie!! Another little one to Treasure. I am happy for you, that you have a compassionate MD.
You will find the strengh for it all. We are here, let us know when you need a vent or a lift.
((((HUGS))))
Carolyn J
You will find the strengh for it all. We are here, let us know when you need a vent or a lift.
((((HUGS))))
Carolyn J
Carolyn J
Adult LOBPI
Adult LOBPI
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Thank you. I wouldn't know what to do without this board sometimes.
Maria
Maria
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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
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What great new! How wonderful that your new doctor is so understanding.
The babies will be close but you can do it. It's lots of work but lots of joy. My first two are 14 months apart and I am OBPI... Now get lots of rest before your new little treasure arrives.
Kath robpi/adult
The babies will be close but you can do it. It's lots of work but lots of joy. My first two are 14 months apart and I am OBPI... Now get lots of rest before your new little treasure arrives.
Kath robpi/adult
Kath robpi/adult
Kathleen Mallozzi
Kathleen Mallozzi