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Kissy331
My two miracles!
Member since 5/06 17826 total posts
Name: Kristen
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Things just got worse for us
Thank you all for the outcries & the wonderful messages. I was too upset & numb to update last night but figured I better let you know know what is going on.
Unfortunately our day didn't start out too good as we got into a 3 car pileup on our way to the appt. Fortunately DH & I are fine but his car is totalled. We should have known this was a bad sign.
The MRI was not too bad, only 10 minutes worth of pictures but just those 10 minutes delivered us with the worst news we could possibily ever think of. Apparantly our son has complete agenesis of the corpus collosum. This means he is completely missing the part of the brain that connects the two ventricles. There is no surgery or anything that can be done.
They are unable to tell us the cause of it & how severe it will be on our baby. It could be as mild as motor & learning disabilities but it can be as severe as seizures & mental retardation. I am so numb at this point & really do not know what to think or even cope. I am getting immediately on the phone with my OB's office this morning to find out how the heck this was missed in all my sonograms & even my bloodwork. Apparantly this is something that should have been seen around 12w-16w of pregnancy. There are many causes & most of them were ruled out when I had my bloodwork done at the ultrascreen. So we are just so baffled.
My mom is flying into town this afternoon to be with us bc I can't handle it. I came to work today to get my mind off of it but I am just sobbing, so I am going to leave as soon as my boss gets in. These next 4 weeks are going to be so difficult on us especially not knowing.
So if anyone has any spare prayers, we would appreciate them If anything, I feel the most terrible for my husband as he is beating himself up over this. He feels he did something wrong & that I don't deserve this.
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Posted 7/28/09 7:07 AM |
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pinkandblue
Our family is complete, maybe
Member since 9/05 32436 total posts
Name: Stephanie
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Re: Things just got worse for us
OMG, Kristen, I am SO incredibly sorry...how devistating...I will keep you all in my prayers.....
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Posted 7/28/09 7:09 AM |
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dajc23
My Loves :)
Member since 1/09 4980 total posts
Name: Dana
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Re: Things just got worse for us
OMG i'm so incredibly sorry. I know there's nothing I can say to make you feel better but I just wanted to give you a million hugs
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Posted 7/28/09 7:11 AM |
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dawnie
Barb-Never removing this pic!
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Re: Things just got worse for us
I am so very sorry! Sending lots of prayers and hugs your way.
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Posted 7/28/09 7:17 AM |
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NoStressMom
My Heart and Soul
Member since 5/05 11122 total posts
Name: D
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Re: Things just got worse for us
Kristen,
I'm so sorry for this news. I will be praying for you and your DH.
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Posted 7/28/09 7:20 AM |
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Re: Things just got worse for us
I am so sorry....I wish I could wave a wand and make it all go away.
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Posted 7/28/09 7:25 AM |
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Reese32
LIF Adult
Member since 7/07 3631 total posts
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Re: Things just got worse for us
I'm so sorry to hear this. Praying for you, your DH & your little one.
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Posted 7/28/09 7:27 AM |
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DRMom
Two in Blue
Member since 5/05 20223 total posts
Name: Melissa
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Re: Things just got worse for us
Kristin-I am so so sorry. After everything you've been through...You and your DH are in my thoughts. Hope for the best and stay strong.
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Posted 7/28/09 7:28 AM |
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LifeIsGood77
LIF Adolescent
Member since 1/09 635 total posts
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Re: Things just got worse for us
You and your family are in my prayers
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Posted 7/28/09 7:28 AM |
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Grill
LIF Adult
Member since 4/09 994 total posts
Name: J
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Re: Things just got worse for us
I am so sorry that you and your family are being faced with this. I know it's not what you dreamed or envisioned for your dear child or for your world. And it may not come to this because there are people out there who are only mildly affected by a missing callosum, but I'd like to delicately offer a piece of hope for whatever your outcome may be....I work with special needs children and adults and want to share something with you that I know to be true. I've spoken to many, many moms over the years and learned that yes, the families experience a tougher side of life, their dreams had to be radically modified and they have to grow into a much stronger version of themselves...but they also experience much greater joys and blessings than the rest of the world. Each child, regardless of disability or diagnosis is guaranteed to instill in you a sense of pride and deliver the sweetest smiles you can ever imagine. I know its' early in your process, but please know...through your tears.... that there is hope and there is happiness and light. It's not what you expected and that kills to the core....but there is a beautiful baby coming who will give you a lifetime of joy in a way you never dreamed of knowing. You will get through this and you will grow stronger as a result. Try not to lose sight of that.
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Posted 7/28/09 7:28 AM |
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bpmom
Feeling Blessed
Member since 6/07 2963 total posts
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Re: Things just got worse for us
I'm so sorry....I'm crying reading your post right now - what awful news to get. Positive thinking and prayers can be very helpful...
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Posted 7/28/09 7:28 AM |
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WishingTTC2
LIF Adolescent
Member since 1/08 821 total posts
Name: j
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Re: Things just got worse for us
Im so sorry Kristen.
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Posted 7/28/09 7:29 AM |
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beautyq115
New Year!
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Name: Me
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Re: Things just got worse for us
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Posted 7/28/09 7:31 AM |
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MsSissy
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Re: Things just got worse for us
Posted by Grill
I am so sorry that you and your family are being faced with this. I know it's not what you dreamed or envisioned for your dear child or for your world. And it may not come to this because there are people out there who are only mildly affected by a missing callosum, but I'd like to delicately offer a piece of hope for whatever your outcome may be....I work with special needs children and adults and want to share something with you that I know to be true. I've spoken to many, many moms over the years and learned that yes, the families experience a tougher side of life, their dreams had to be radically modified and they have to grow into a much stronger version of themselves...but they also experience much greater joys and blessings than the rest of the world. Each child, regardless of disability or diagnosis is guaranteed to instill in you a sense of pride and deliver the sweetest smiles you can ever imagine. I know its' early in your process, but please know...through your tears.... that there is hope and there is happiness and light. It's not what you expected and that kills to the core....but there is a beautiful baby coming who will give you a lifetime of joy in a way you never dreamed of knowing. You will get through this and you will grow stronger as a result. Try not to lose sight of that.
That was beautifully written.
Many to your family.
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Posted 7/28/09 7:31 AM |
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lorich
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Member since 6/05 9987 total posts
Name: Grammie says "Lora Gina"
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Re: Things just got worse for us
Spare prayers...no, you're getting every single one I can say from now until your little baby boy is born.
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Posted 7/28/09 7:33 AM |
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sasha96
lovin' my 2 little ladies!
Member since 5/05 7401 total posts
Name: Julianne
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Re: Things just got worse for us
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Posted 7/28/09 7:34 AM |
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Leeners
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Name: Eileen
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Re: Things just got worse for us
I am so sorry You, your DH and your baby boy are in my thoughts
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Posted 7/28/09 7:36 AM |
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mommyago
♥ Lucas and Layla
Member since 8/08 2979 total posts
Name: Jenise
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Re: Things just got worse for us
I am so sorry!!!!! Many prayers that your little one won't be affected
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Posted 7/28/09 7:38 AM |
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MrsBurtch525
Year for change!
Member since 1/09 6017 total posts
Name: Taryn
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Re: Things just got worse for us
I am so sorry!! Lots of for you and your family!!
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Posted 7/28/09 7:38 AM |
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MrsJoeG
Beyond Blessed <3
Member since 2/08 1482 total posts
Name: Amanda
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Re: Things just got worse for us
Oh Kristin many many hugs and prayers coming your way. I am glad your mom is coming to take care of you
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Posted 7/28/09 7:46 AM |
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Mommy2Boys
My Boys!!!!
Member since 6/06 14437 total posts
Name: C
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Posted 7/28/09 7:47 AM |
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Bxgell2
Perfection
Member since 5/05 16438 total posts
Name: Beth
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Re: Things just got worse for us
OMG, I am just so sorry - words cannot express - we are here for you, please remember that
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Posted 7/28/09 7:53 AM |
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nferrandi
too excited for words
Member since 10/05 18538 total posts
Name: Nicole
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Re: Things just got worse for us
I am so sorry to hear your update. I really hope and pray for the best possible outcome.
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Posted 7/28/09 7:55 AM |
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TripletMom
My crazy Trio
Member since 3/09 2246 total posts
Name: Paula
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Re: Things just got worse for us
I am sorry to hear this new. I will be keeping you and your family in my prayers.
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Posted 7/28/09 7:57 AM |
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MrsA714
Baby #2 is here!
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Re: Things just got worse for us
I'm so sorry. Many and to you and your family.
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Posted 7/28/09 7:57 AM |
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