United Brachial Plexus Network, Inc.

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)

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

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

Thank you. I wouldn't know what to do without this board sometimes.

Maria

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