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wazzabears Jan 13, 2007

Hi All
Happy new year
I haven't been around for a while, as some of you know I am Pregnant with my 4 th child. It hasn't been smooth sailing. I am now 20 weeks but I had been put as a high risk pregnancy. In the past I have had 4 misscarriages and 1 baby that stop growing at 32 weeks. Well with this one, I have had a treatening misscarriage at 14 weeks aand had contractions at 18 weeks. The docs done some blood test to see if there was any connection with my previous record and the bloods came back that I have Lupus disease. I research the disease online and have found that the last 10 years of my live are now well explained. No wonder I have found it hard to make my bears for the last couple of years. I find even though I work part time , I find it a struggle. The docs can't start any treatment till the baby is born, then I will be referred to a specialist. I am scared but excited that they finally found out what I have been complaining to the docs for years. I can't wait to go on maternity leave and hopefully have the strength to start doing my bears again. Sorry to vent but I needed to let it out.

doodlebears Celebration AmbassadorJan 13, 2007

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Oh Peta you are having it rough, bless you. I do hope it all goes well from now on. Lupus is a nasty illness do take care of yourself. Get plenty of rest and  pace yourself when you do things. Take care.

Hugs Jane.        :hug:  :hug:  :hug:     

Judi Jan 13, 2007

Peta. First of all  :hug:  :hug:  :hug:    :hug:  :hug:  :hug:  :hug: .
It sounds like you have had such a hard time.    My prayers and good thoughts are with you.    At the least, you can now deal with your situation. Bear hugs to you and take care of yourself.  Let us know how things work out.
God Bless,
Judi

Mo Beary Jan 13, 2007

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I hope everything goes good with the baby, you must get rest and take care of yourself!  At least now you know you have Lupus and you can start treating it once the little one is born.  I hope your feeling better soon.

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Jane

Shelli Retired Help Advisor, Banner SponsorJan 13, 2007

I'm glad you got a diagnosis but everything else sounds frightening and difficult; I'm sorry for that, especially for your continued worry about your pregnancy.   

Many hugs your way in support!  :hug:  :hug:  :hug:  :hug:  :hug:  :hug:  :hug:  :hug:  :hug:  :hug:

fredbear Jan 13, 2007

Peta, my thoughts go out to you in what must be such a difficult frustrating time. Lets hope that everything will get sorted out.

Lynette

bearsbybeesley Jan 13, 2007

Awe Dear Friend. We wondered where you were. All our love and prayers go to you for a wonderful and lovely outcome!

Hugs Louise

Laura Lynn Banner SponsorJan 13, 2007

Oh my gosh Peta... I am both happy for you and sorry.... does that make sense???

Most of all....  :hug:  :hug:  :hug:  :hug:  :hug:

TamiL Jan 13, 2007

Prayers and thoughts are with you, hope everything gets better soon!

SueAnn Help Advisor, Banner SponsorJan 13, 2007

Peta, I'm very glad the docs finally made a diagnosis that can be treated.  I wish for you a safe, noneventful pregnancy 'til your baby is born.  Vent whenever you need to . . . we're here to support.   :hug:  :hug:  :hug:  :hug:  :hug:  :hug:  :hug:

Michelle Helen Jan 13, 2007

Dear Peta: I do hope all turns out well. Many prayers for you and your baby....

Delartful Bears Jan 13, 2007

Oh Peta, that is such sad news.  I am sorry to hear you have Lupus - I'm hoping the Docs can get it under control for you after Bubs is born.

Goodluck with the rest of the pregnancy -I'll be thinking of you!
Danni

sarahjane Jan 13, 2007

:hug:  :hug:  :hug:  :hug:  :hug:  :hug:   Oh Peta you poor thing you must be feeling miserable with all the worry and stress.....I hope everything goes well for the rest of the pregnancy and while Lupus is a scary diagnosis it is good to have one so thay can finally treat you after your little one is born.....  :hug:  :hug:  :hug:  :hug:  :hug:

karenaus Jan 13, 2007

Peta, I'm sorry to hear that things have been so tough.. best wishes for the rest of your pregnancy, and I hope the diagnosis will help you in the long run  :hug:
   I've often wondered how you were going.... look after yourself and the new little one! Karen A

Jodi Falk Jan 13, 2007

Honey you hang in there and know we all love you. I will lift you and the baby in prayer. GOD is bigger than this be assured !! I promise. God's peace I pray your way. Just get your rest and keep looking UP !!

Carolyn Green Jan 14, 2007

Peta, sorry to hear that you have been having a rough time.
I just want to send my love and hugs your way and hope that the pregnancy will go well for you and that you will soon be feeling better.

Hugs
Carolyn
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Kathleen Jan 14, 2007

Peta, you and your little one are in my prayers.  Sending a big bear hug your way :hug:

Kathleen

patsylakebears Jan 14, 2007

Peta you have every right to vent you must be feeling awful. Sending you big :hug:  :hug:  :hug:  :hug:  :hug:  :hug:  :hug:  and my thoughts and prayer are with you ...

wazzabears Jan 14, 2007

Hi All
I really want to thank all of you for your well wishes and prayers. It means a heap to me to have your support. Alot of people don't understand. I am having my 4th ultra sound on Thursday. I will let you all know how its gets on.
Thanks all again

rufnut Jan 14, 2007

:hug: Sorry to hear your news Peta,  :hug: Wishing you all the best of luck, and glad the docs have finally found out whats wrong.  Good luck with your pregnancy, hoping all goes well.  :hug:

clare14 Jan 14, 2007

Oh you poor thing - sending you hugs, prayers and all good wishes, take good care  :hug:  :hug:  :hug:  :hug:

Stellajella Jan 14, 2007

Peta, I wish you and your baby ALL THE BEST & GOOD LUCK!!!!!

Gaby

beary_clairey Jan 15, 2007

Hey Peta,

I hope that all goes well with your baby and let us know how your ultrasound goes.

Do you feel at least a little bit better finally knowing that there is a name for how you have been feeling. I hope that lifes just gets better and better for you from here on in !!!

Hugs

Claire

Dilu Jan 15, 2007

Congratulations Peta, and I hope and pray for smoother sailing for both you and the we one.
Lupus is a rough diagnosis to get-but I hope you will do your home work, there is a ton of info on the internet, and with the knowldege you gain and the ideas that you will get you will be able to live more comfortably, with less pain and fewer flare ups.

And know that just about ecery teddy artist here has some sort of a problem, and we are here for you tio vent with and cry on and help you through the rough times!

gollyhugs
dilu

Marie_ Jan 15, 2007

Hi Peta,
I'm sorry to hear that you are having difficult time with
your pregnancy.......
My prayers and thoughts are with you.  :hug:  :hug: