Guest guest Posted January 2, 2002 Report Share Posted January 2, 2002 << I have worked steady for over 35 years but my body is not cooperating and doctor wants me to quit my job...due to stress and steady degenerative state. I have just " run of out gas " and can't do it anymore (work as Administrative Asst..previous Legal Secretary). >> Ducks, I like that. I would think if your doctor wants you to quit work, you must be in an awful lot of pain. There are many on this list that have received SS disability and others that are working on it. They will be only to glad to help you with information. Will you receive a pension when you leave or is it too early. Since I don't know your age I couldn't say if you were eligible for Social Security and Medicaid. Not that I think a lot of Medicaid. I have Medicaid and Medicare with gap insurance and I still end up paying full price for many medications. Last time I got 3 different prescriptions filled it was over $300.00. I have been diagnosed with diabetes and fortunately there is a generic drug for the one I am to take. Welcome to our group. You will get many questions answered as this is a very knowledgeable group. A very supportive and caring one too. Just keep asking the questions that you need answers to and most likely you will get correct replies. Take care, Irene Books may well be the only true magic Alice Hoffman Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 26, 2002 Report Share Posted January 26, 2002 Sissy--WELCOME!! It's very hard to live with the " limits " of fibro and cfs. And I'm not expert enough to comment on what treatment/meds to go with. But I do think that I think of it as my " battle " place. I feel I can overcome the enemy - at the very least come into a place of functioning. I never lose hope. And I channel anger into fighting the cause of it -- when I can. I don't have all the answers -- but I can tell you that if you read past emails -- you can tell we're a supportive bunch of people and you can ask anything? And express anything in here. Many people in here have taught me a lot already! So ask your ?? - Share your experiences with us. I'm glad you came to us...Marsha > Hi, I'm new to the group, have had fibro and probly cfs for about 5 > years. I have great doctors, take the meds, go to both physical > therphy and mental therapy , am having a very hard time accepting, i > know i am going thru the stages of denial, loss, acceptance and all > the others would like to talk to others who are having this > problem,the other day even my pt said you cant do pt for ever so what > do I do now ? My daughter is suggesting yoga. I think I need to share > the daily grind with others. > > > > SEND POST TO: fibromyalgia-cfs > > HOME PAGE:http://www.geocities.com/Heartland/Oaks/7127/fibromyalgia-cfs.html > LIST OWNER: " Missy " Parrot004@...> > UNSUBSCRIBE:fibromyalgia-cfs-unsubscribe > > > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 26, 2002 Report Share Posted January 26, 2002 Sissy--WELCOME!! It's very hard to live with the " limits " of fibro and cfs. And I'm not expert enough to comment on what treatment/meds to go with. But I do think that I think of it as my " battle " place. I feel I can overcome the enemy - at the very least come into a place of functioning. I never lose hope. And I channel anger into fighting the cause of it -- when I can. I don't have all the answers -- but I can tell you that if you read past emails -- you can tell we're a supportive bunch of people and you can ask anything? And express anything in here. Many people in here have taught me a lot already! So ask your ?? - Share your experiences with us. I'm glad you came to us...Marsha > Hi, I'm new to the group, have had fibro and probly cfs for about 5 > years. I have great doctors, take the meds, go to both physical > therphy and mental therapy , am having a very hard time accepting, i > know i am going thru the stages of denial, loss, acceptance and all > the others would like to talk to others who are having this > problem,the other day even my pt said you cant do pt for ever so what > do I do now ? My daughter is suggesting yoga. I think I need to share > the daily grind with others. > > > > SEND POST TO: fibromyalgia-cfs > > HOME PAGE:http://www.geocities.com/Heartland/Oaks/7127/fibromyalgia-cfs.html > LIST OWNER: " Missy " Parrot004@...> > UNSUBSCRIBE:fibromyalgia-cfs-unsubscribe > > > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 26, 2002 Report Share Posted January 26, 2002 Sissy--WELCOME!! It's very hard to live with the " limits " of fibro and cfs. And I'm not expert enough to comment on what treatment/meds to go with. But I do think that I think of it as my " battle " place. I feel I can overcome the enemy - at the very least come into a place of functioning. I never lose hope. And I channel anger into fighting the cause of it -- when I can. I don't have all the answers -- but I can tell you that if you read past emails -- you can tell we're a supportive bunch of people and you can ask anything? And express anything in here. Many people in here have taught me a lot already! So ask your ?? - Share your experiences with us. I'm glad you came to us...Marsha > Hi, I'm new to the group, have had fibro and probly cfs for about 5 > years. I have great doctors, take the meds, go to both physical > therphy and mental therapy , am having a very hard time accepting, i > know i am going thru the stages of denial, loss, acceptance and all > the others would like to talk to others who are having this > problem,the other day even my pt said you cant do pt for ever so what > do I do now ? My daughter is suggesting yoga. I think I need to share > the daily grind with others. > > > > SEND POST TO: fibromyalgia-cfs > > HOME PAGE:http://www.geocities.com/Heartland/Oaks/7127/fibromyalgia-cfs.html > LIST OWNER: " Missy " Parrot004@...> > UNSUBSCRIBE:fibromyalgia-cfs-unsubscribe > > > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 27, 2002 Report Share Posted January 27, 2002 At 12:00 AM 01/27/2002 +0000, sissy592002 wrote: > >I think I need to share the daily grind with others. Please do! And welcome to the group. I am hoping to start yoga once this current flare/etc. is past. My parents do yoga and very much enjoy it. Welcome again! Em ~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Live as if you were to die tomorrow. Learn as if you were to live forever. (Gandhi) ~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 28, 2002 Report Share Posted January 28, 2002 sissy592002 wrote: > Hi, I'm new to the group, have had fibro and probly cfs for about 5 > years. I have great doctors, take the meds, go to both physical > therphy and mental therapy , am having a very hard time accepting, i > know i am going thru the stages of denial, loss, acceptance and all > the others would like to talk to others who are having this > problem,the other day even my pt said you cant do pt for ever so what > do I do now ? My daughter is suggesting yoga. I think I need to share > the daily grind with others. Hi and welcome to the group. I also can't exercise. I have a yoga tape, but haven't gotten very far into it, it's just some relaxation and stretching stuff. I've also started (ok, this might sound weird) rocking in a rocking chair. I figure it's supporting my weight, but I am at least using my leg muscles. So far I'm up to one minute. Darcy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 28, 2002 Report Share Posted January 28, 2002 Thats cool Darcy Darcy wrote: I've also started (ok, this might sound weird) > rocking in a rocking chair. I figure it's supporting my weight, but I > am at least using my leg muscles. So far I'm up to one minute. > Darcy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 28, 2002 Report Share Posted January 28, 2002 Thats cool Darcy Darcy wrote: I've also started (ok, this might sound weird) > rocking in a rocking chair. I figure it's supporting my weight, but I > am at least using my leg muscles. So far I'm up to one minute. > Darcy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 28, 2002 Report Share Posted January 28, 2002 Thats cool Darcy Darcy wrote: I've also started (ok, this might sound weird) > rocking in a rocking chair. I figure it's supporting my weight, but I > am at least using my leg muscles. So far I'm up to one minute. > Darcy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted February 21, 2002 Report Share Posted February 21, 2002 Welcome Annie! At 01:34 AM 02/22/2002 +0000, mslupie wrote: >I have Lupus,Fibro,mild MS,Asthma and a seizure disorder. I am a " probable MS " person myself. It's hard for me to tell if I'm tired from FM or tired from MS. I don't know for sure about the MS, only the FM, but hopefully I'll find out more next week. Latest MRI was pretty strongly suggestive of MS. Hope you find this list as supportive and welcoming as I have. Nice to meet you! Best, Em ~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Live as if you were to die tomorrow. Learn as if you were to live forever. (Gandhi) Catapultam habeo. Nisi pecuniam omnem mihi dabis, ad caput tuum saxum immane mittam. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 1, 2003 Report Share Posted July 1, 2003 Welcome to the group....I looked at your wedding photos and they are beautiful. I have a LOT of hanging skin and honestly wish that I had the TT before getting pregnant. But, I am already 35 and personally could not justify putting off getting pregnant any longer. Good luck! Jillena sfuld wrote: > Hi everyone, > > I just wanted to introduce myself. My name is , and I had my > RNY in April, 2001. I lost from around 325 to my lowest of 165. I got > married in November, 2002, and since then, I've gained a few pounds. > I'm trying to lose about 15-18 pounds to get back to my pre-wedding > weight. We will probably start trying to have a baby in September or > so, and I really would like to start my pregnancy at a lower weight. > I'm 33 years old, and this will be my first pregnancy. I will turn 34 > in December, and I am very much hoping to have my first kiddo before > my 35th birthday! > > I've enjoyed reading this site and learning about some aspects of > pregnancy after WLS. I have no concerns about being able to eat > enough, since I'm 2+ years out and can eat plenty. My OB is very > familiar with post-WLS pregnancies, and he is a close friend of my > surgeon. When I saw him for my regular yearly checkup in March, I > told him that I would be trying to have a baby sometime before my > next yearly visit. He prescribed prenatal vitamins, and I finally > filled the prescription and started taking them a couple of weeks > ago. (They are a little yucky tasting, but I'll manage…) > > I'm reading a book on pre-conception planning (Before Your Pregnancy: > A 90-Day Guide for Couples on How to Prepare for a Healthy > Conception) and trying to clean up some of my bad habits. I don't > smoke, but I have been drinking too much alcohol lately, so I'm going > to start curbing it. This book advocates that reducing alcohol > consumption in the 2-3 months prior to conception increases the > chances of conception. My husband recently quit smoking, and we're > trying to do a better of job of eating healthy and getting our butts > to the gym. > > Although I'm over 2 years post-op, I have not had any plastic > surgeries. I definitely need a tummy tuck at least, if not a central > body lift. Last year I was too busy planning for my wedding, and the > timing just did not work out. And now there's no sense in having PS > before having babies. I'm a little frustrated at the prospect of > dealing with this sagging skin for at least the next several years > until we're done having babies. I never thought my self-image would > be worse after losing so much weight! Of course, I'm grateful for my > improved health and the fact that I'm healthy enough to have a baby > now. The skin is just annoying, but I wish I did not have to wait so > long to do anything about it. > > Well, I'll probably just keep lurking for a while until I have > some " news " or maybe questions when we're TTC (I'm learning all the > acronyms!). I certainly don't have much to add to the conversation at > this point, but I am grateful for this site – I have already learned > so much. > > Best wishes, > > Lap RNY 4/5/01 > 325/183 (lowest: 165 – trying to get back there) > http://www.michaelandshelley.com > > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 1, 2003 Report Share Posted July 1, 2003 Welcome to the group....I looked at your wedding photos and they are beautiful. I have a LOT of hanging skin and honestly wish that I had the TT before getting pregnant. But, I am already 35 and personally could not justify putting off getting pregnant any longer. Good luck! Jillena sfuld wrote: > Hi everyone, > > I just wanted to introduce myself. My name is , and I had my > RNY in April, 2001. I lost from around 325 to my lowest of 165. I got > married in November, 2002, and since then, I've gained a few pounds. > I'm trying to lose about 15-18 pounds to get back to my pre-wedding > weight. We will probably start trying to have a baby in September or > so, and I really would like to start my pregnancy at a lower weight. > I'm 33 years old, and this will be my first pregnancy. I will turn 34 > in December, and I am very much hoping to have my first kiddo before > my 35th birthday! > > I've enjoyed reading this site and learning about some aspects of > pregnancy after WLS. I have no concerns about being able to eat > enough, since I'm 2+ years out and can eat plenty. My OB is very > familiar with post-WLS pregnancies, and he is a close friend of my > surgeon. When I saw him for my regular yearly checkup in March, I > told him that I would be trying to have a baby sometime before my > next yearly visit. He prescribed prenatal vitamins, and I finally > filled the prescription and started taking them a couple of weeks > ago. (They are a little yucky tasting, but I'll manage…) > > I'm reading a book on pre-conception planning (Before Your Pregnancy: > A 90-Day Guide for Couples on How to Prepare for a Healthy > Conception) and trying to clean up some of my bad habits. I don't > smoke, but I have been drinking too much alcohol lately, so I'm going > to start curbing it. This book advocates that reducing alcohol > consumption in the 2-3 months prior to conception increases the > chances of conception. My husband recently quit smoking, and we're > trying to do a better of job of eating healthy and getting our butts > to the gym. > > Although I'm over 2 years post-op, I have not had any plastic > surgeries. I definitely need a tummy tuck at least, if not a central > body lift. Last year I was too busy planning for my wedding, and the > timing just did not work out. And now there's no sense in having PS > before having babies. I'm a little frustrated at the prospect of > dealing with this sagging skin for at least the next several years > until we're done having babies. I never thought my self-image would > be worse after losing so much weight! Of course, I'm grateful for my > improved health and the fact that I'm healthy enough to have a baby > now. The skin is just annoying, but I wish I did not have to wait so > long to do anything about it. > > Well, I'll probably just keep lurking for a while until I have > some " news " or maybe questions when we're TTC (I'm learning all the > acronyms!). I certainly don't have much to add to the conversation at > this point, but I am grateful for this site – I have already learned > so much. > > Best wishes, > > Lap RNY 4/5/01 > 325/183 (lowest: 165 – trying to get back there) > http://www.michaelandshelley.com > > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 1, 2003 Report Share Posted July 1, 2003 Welcome to the group....I looked at your wedding photos and they are beautiful. I have a LOT of hanging skin and honestly wish that I had the TT before getting pregnant. But, I am already 35 and personally could not justify putting off getting pregnant any longer. Good luck! Jillena sfuld wrote: > Hi everyone, > > I just wanted to introduce myself. My name is , and I had my > RNY in April, 2001. I lost from around 325 to my lowest of 165. I got > married in November, 2002, and since then, I've gained a few pounds. > I'm trying to lose about 15-18 pounds to get back to my pre-wedding > weight. We will probably start trying to have a baby in September or > so, and I really would like to start my pregnancy at a lower weight. > I'm 33 years old, and this will be my first pregnancy. I will turn 34 > in December, and I am very much hoping to have my first kiddo before > my 35th birthday! > > I've enjoyed reading this site and learning about some aspects of > pregnancy after WLS. I have no concerns about being able to eat > enough, since I'm 2+ years out and can eat plenty. My OB is very > familiar with post-WLS pregnancies, and he is a close friend of my > surgeon. When I saw him for my regular yearly checkup in March, I > told him that I would be trying to have a baby sometime before my > next yearly visit. He prescribed prenatal vitamins, and I finally > filled the prescription and started taking them a couple of weeks > ago. (They are a little yucky tasting, but I'll manage…) > > I'm reading a book on pre-conception planning (Before Your Pregnancy: > A 90-Day Guide for Couples on How to Prepare for a Healthy > Conception) and trying to clean up some of my bad habits. I don't > smoke, but I have been drinking too much alcohol lately, so I'm going > to start curbing it. This book advocates that reducing alcohol > consumption in the 2-3 months prior to conception increases the > chances of conception. My husband recently quit smoking, and we're > trying to do a better of job of eating healthy and getting our butts > to the gym. > > Although I'm over 2 years post-op, I have not had any plastic > surgeries. I definitely need a tummy tuck at least, if not a central > body lift. Last year I was too busy planning for my wedding, and the > timing just did not work out. And now there's no sense in having PS > before having babies. I'm a little frustrated at the prospect of > dealing with this sagging skin for at least the next several years > until we're done having babies. I never thought my self-image would > be worse after losing so much weight! Of course, I'm grateful for my > improved health and the fact that I'm healthy enough to have a baby > now. The skin is just annoying, but I wish I did not have to wait so > long to do anything about it. > > Well, I'll probably just keep lurking for a while until I have > some " news " or maybe questions when we're TTC (I'm learning all the > acronyms!). I certainly don't have much to add to the conversation at > this point, but I am grateful for this site – I have already learned > so much. > > Best wishes, > > Lap RNY 4/5/01 > 325/183 (lowest: 165 – trying to get back there) > http://www.michaelandshelley.com > > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 1, 2003 Report Share Posted July 1, 2003 Welcome to all the new members of the group that I missed this week.... You have found a wonderful group of women who are truly helpful and inspire most of us daily! Again, welcome and congrats to all the new pregnant Mommies! Marcy Wallis Mom to Kaitlyn 05/01/94 Mom to 12/10/02 Wife to New to the group Hi everyone, I just wanted to introduce myself. My name is , and I had my RNY in April, 2001. I lost from around 325 to my lowest of 165. I got married in November, 2002, and since then, I've gained a few pounds. I'm trying to lose about 15-18 pounds to get back to my pre-wedding weight. We will probably start trying to have a baby in September or so, and I really would like to start my pregnancy at a lower weight. I'm 33 years old, and this will be my first pregnancy. I will turn 34 in December, and I am very much hoping to have my first kiddo before my 35th birthday! I've enjoyed reading this site and learning about some aspects of pregnancy after WLS. I have no concerns about being able to eat enough, since I'm 2+ years out and can eat plenty. My OB is very familiar with post-WLS pregnancies, and he is a close friend of my surgeon. When I saw him for my regular yearly checkup in March, I told him that I would be trying to have a baby sometime before my next yearly visit. He prescribed prenatal vitamins, and I finally filled the prescription and started taking them a couple of weeks ago. (They are a little yucky tasting, but I'll manage.) I'm reading a book on pre-conception planning (Before Your Pregnancy: A 90-Day Guide for Couples on How to Prepare for a Healthy Conception) and trying to clean up some of my bad habits. I don't smoke, but I have been drinking too much alcohol lately, so I'm going to start curbing it. This book advocates that reducing alcohol consumption in the 2-3 months prior to conception increases the chances of conception. My husband recently quit smoking, and we're trying to do a better of job of eating healthy and getting our butts to the gym. Although I'm over 2 years post-op, I have not had any plastic surgeries. I definitely need a tummy tuck at least, if not a central body lift. Last year I was too busy planning for my wedding, and the timing just did not work out. And now there's no sense in having PS before having babies. I'm a little frustrated at the prospect of dealing with this sagging skin for at least the next several years until we're done having babies. I never thought my self-image would be worse after losing so much weight! Of course, I'm grateful for my improved health and the fact that I'm healthy enough to have a baby now. The skin is just annoying, but I wish I did not have to wait so long to do anything about it. Well, I'll probably just keep lurking for a while until I have some " news " or maybe questions when we're TTC (I'm learning all the acronyms!). I certainly don't have much to add to the conversation at this point, but I am grateful for this site - I have already learned so much. Best wishes, Lap RNY 4/5/01 325/183 (lowest: 165 - trying to get back there) http://www.michaelandshelley.com Children are a blessing, and a gift from the Lord. -Psalm 127:3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 1, 2003 Report Share Posted July 1, 2003 Welcome to all the new members of the group that I missed this week.... You have found a wonderful group of women who are truly helpful and inspire most of us daily! Again, welcome and congrats to all the new pregnant Mommies! Marcy Wallis Mom to Kaitlyn 05/01/94 Mom to 12/10/02 Wife to New to the group Hi everyone, I just wanted to introduce myself. My name is , and I had my RNY in April, 2001. I lost from around 325 to my lowest of 165. I got married in November, 2002, and since then, I've gained a few pounds. I'm trying to lose about 15-18 pounds to get back to my pre-wedding weight. We will probably start trying to have a baby in September or so, and I really would like to start my pregnancy at a lower weight. I'm 33 years old, and this will be my first pregnancy. I will turn 34 in December, and I am very much hoping to have my first kiddo before my 35th birthday! I've enjoyed reading this site and learning about some aspects of pregnancy after WLS. I have no concerns about being able to eat enough, since I'm 2+ years out and can eat plenty. My OB is very familiar with post-WLS pregnancies, and he is a close friend of my surgeon. When I saw him for my regular yearly checkup in March, I told him that I would be trying to have a baby sometime before my next yearly visit. He prescribed prenatal vitamins, and I finally filled the prescription and started taking them a couple of weeks ago. (They are a little yucky tasting, but I'll manage.) I'm reading a book on pre-conception planning (Before Your Pregnancy: A 90-Day Guide for Couples on How to Prepare for a Healthy Conception) and trying to clean up some of my bad habits. I don't smoke, but I have been drinking too much alcohol lately, so I'm going to start curbing it. This book advocates that reducing alcohol consumption in the 2-3 months prior to conception increases the chances of conception. My husband recently quit smoking, and we're trying to do a better of job of eating healthy and getting our butts to the gym. Although I'm over 2 years post-op, I have not had any plastic surgeries. I definitely need a tummy tuck at least, if not a central body lift. Last year I was too busy planning for my wedding, and the timing just did not work out. And now there's no sense in having PS before having babies. I'm a little frustrated at the prospect of dealing with this sagging skin for at least the next several years until we're done having babies. I never thought my self-image would be worse after losing so much weight! Of course, I'm grateful for my improved health and the fact that I'm healthy enough to have a baby now. The skin is just annoying, but I wish I did not have to wait so long to do anything about it. Well, I'll probably just keep lurking for a while until I have some " news " or maybe questions when we're TTC (I'm learning all the acronyms!). I certainly don't have much to add to the conversation at this point, but I am grateful for this site - I have already learned so much. Best wishes, Lap RNY 4/5/01 325/183 (lowest: 165 - trying to get back there) http://www.michaelandshelley.com Children are a blessing, and a gift from the Lord. -Psalm 127:3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 8, 2003 Report Share Posted July 8, 2003 Welcome, You are at the right place for great info, wisdom, and fun. Sharon_H Baby#4 12/03 WLS@215lbs Current 123lbs. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 9, 2003 Report Share Posted July 9, 2003 WOW, CONGRATULATIONS. I CANNOT WAIT FOR ANYTHING TO BE LIFTED OR TUCKED, I AM STILL WAITING AND TTC #4 SO I AM NO HELP BUT WANTED TO WELCOME YOU TO THIS GROUP. HUGS, ROBIN, NY TTC#4 OPEN RNY 10-18-02 378/254/170??? DR.EDWARD HIXSON SARANAC LAKE, NY Mom to: & 7 year twin boys and Madison age 4 Married to Pup: 15 years this Halloween : ) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 9, 2003 Report Share Posted July 9, 2003 Hello, I had a hernia repair and tummy tuck on 11-4-03 and got pregnant 2-4-03. I am now due 11-7-03 although the date keeps moving up a day or two with each visit! I am extremly tight and show more above the belly button than below. It is tight but not totally uncomfortable. I am just now starting to round out below the b button. I am hoping that it wont stretch too much and so far that is the case, although I do have 3 more months to go! ka -- New to the group > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 9, 2003 Report Share Posted July 9, 2003 Hello, I had a hernia repair and tummy tuck on 11-4-03 and got pregnant 2-4-03. I am now due 11-7-03 although the date keeps moving up a day or two with each visit! I am extremly tight and show more above the belly button than below. It is tight but not totally uncomfortable. I am just now starting to round out below the b button. I am hoping that it wont stretch too much and so far that is the case, although I do have 3 more months to go! ka -- New to the group > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 9, 2003 Report Share Posted July 9, 2003 Hello, I had a hernia repair and tummy tuck on 11-4-03 and got pregnant 2-4-03. I am now due 11-7-03 although the date keeps moving up a day or two with each visit! I am extremly tight and show more above the belly button than below. It is tight but not totally uncomfortable. I am just now starting to round out below the b button. I am hoping that it wont stretch too much and so far that is the case, although I do have 3 more months to go! ka -- New to the group > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 24, 2004 Report Share Posted May 24, 2004 Hi Tina! Welcome to the group! What an amazing group of people on this list! Who's your doctor? Glad to hear that your daughter is receiving the Ponseti method! If you have a chance and would like to read about our story, check out our website: www.geocities.com/joannewalton2003/ourstory.html I recently updated it. My daughter is now 3 years 3 months and is doing terrific! Her foot was pretty mild, so it corrected very easily without a tenotomy. Did your daughter need a tenotomy? Look forward to hearing more about your story so far! Best, Joanne W. mom to Zoe (3-25-01, right clubfoot) > Hello all. My name is Tina, and I live in Dartmouth, NS, Canada. My > 14 month old daughter was born with her left foot clubbed and though > I have never heard of the Ponseti method until I found this website, > I believe this is what my daughter had done. She was in her first > cast when she was 6 days old, and have then on for several months, > using manipulation of the casts, however all of her casts were > fiberglass ones. I am looking forward to chatting with all of you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 24, 2004 Report Share Posted May 24, 2004 Hi Tina! Welcome to the group! What an amazing group of people on this list! Who's your doctor? Glad to hear that your daughter is receiving the Ponseti method! If you have a chance and would like to read about our story, check out our website: www.geocities.com/joannewalton2003/ourstory.html I recently updated it. My daughter is now 3 years 3 months and is doing terrific! Her foot was pretty mild, so it corrected very easily without a tenotomy. Did your daughter need a tenotomy? Look forward to hearing more about your story so far! Best, Joanne W. mom to Zoe (3-25-01, right clubfoot) > Hello all. My name is Tina, and I live in Dartmouth, NS, Canada. My > 14 month old daughter was born with her left foot clubbed and though > I have never heard of the Ponseti method until I found this website, > I believe this is what my daughter had done. She was in her first > cast when she was 6 days old, and have then on for several months, > using manipulation of the casts, however all of her casts were > fiberglass ones. I am looking forward to chatting with all of you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 25, 2004 Report Share Posted May 25, 2004 Hi Tina, I am in Lantz, NS, there are a few of us here from NS. Did you receive treatment at the IWK? Who was your doctor? What stage is your daughter at in her treatment? My son was born with left clubfoot and was treated at the IWK by Dr. Hyndman. We did not have very good results there (short casts, no DBB) and were headed down the path to surgery. I ended up taking my son to BC to see Dr. Pirani a Ponseti trained doctor. I am really interested to hear how your treatment went at the IWK, and how your little one is doing now. Hopefully your experience was better than mine. Feel free to email me personally , I'd love to chat. Sometimes we local Mum's get together let me know if you are interested in that. Good luck! Ruth Mum to Ben born March 31,2003 Unilateral left clubfoot > Hello all. My name is Tina, and I live in Dartmouth, NS, Canada. My > 14 month old daughter was born with her left foot clubbed and though > I have never heard of the Ponseti method until I found this website, > I believe this is what my daughter had done. She was in her first > cast when she was 6 days old, and have then on for several months, > using manipulation of the casts, however all of her casts were > fiberglass ones. I am looking forward to chatting with all of you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 25, 2004 Report Share Posted May 25, 2004 Hi Tina, I am in Lantz, NS, there are a few of us here from NS. Did you receive treatment at the IWK? Who was your doctor? What stage is your daughter at in her treatment? My son was born with left clubfoot and was treated at the IWK by Dr. Hyndman. We did not have very good results there (short casts, no DBB) and were headed down the path to surgery. I ended up taking my son to BC to see Dr. Pirani a Ponseti trained doctor. I am really interested to hear how your treatment went at the IWK, and how your little one is doing now. Hopefully your experience was better than mine. Feel free to email me personally , I'd love to chat. Sometimes we local Mum's get together let me know if you are interested in that. Good luck! Ruth Mum to Ben born March 31,2003 Unilateral left clubfoot > Hello all. My name is Tina, and I live in Dartmouth, NS, Canada. My > 14 month old daughter was born with her left foot clubbed and though > I have never heard of the Ponseti method until I found this website, > I believe this is what my daughter had done. She was in her first > cast when she was 6 days old, and have then on for several months, > using manipulation of the casts, however all of her casts were > fiberglass ones. I am looking forward to chatting with all of you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 25, 2004 Report Share Posted May 25, 2004 Hi Tina, I am in Lantz, NS, there are a few of us here from NS. Did you receive treatment at the IWK? Who was your doctor? What stage is your daughter at in her treatment? My son was born with left clubfoot and was treated at the IWK by Dr. Hyndman. We did not have very good results there (short casts, no DBB) and were headed down the path to surgery. I ended up taking my son to BC to see Dr. Pirani a Ponseti trained doctor. I am really interested to hear how your treatment went at the IWK, and how your little one is doing now. Hopefully your experience was better than mine. Feel free to email me personally , I'd love to chat. Sometimes we local Mum's get together let me know if you are interested in that. Good luck! Ruth Mum to Ben born March 31,2003 Unilateral left clubfoot > Hello all. My name is Tina, and I live in Dartmouth, NS, Canada. My > 14 month old daughter was born with her left foot clubbed and though > I have never heard of the Ponseti method until I found this website, > I believe this is what my daughter had done. She was in her first > cast when she was 6 days old, and have then on for several months, > using manipulation of the casts, however all of her casts were > fiberglass ones. I am looking forward to chatting with all of you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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