I will be having spine surgery in mid-February for scoliosis. I have been battling this for years and years, but the curvature has gotten worse and causes alot of pain. Thankfully, we have been able to wait until my boys are a little older. Lately I have been trying to get them to get out of their carseats by themselves. Not something that I wanted them to do, but I won't be able to do it. Due to surgery itself and other health issues I have there are risks. Please pray for me and that surgery goes well. I will have a long recovery and hopefully the boys will understand not to jump or hang on mom. Thanks so much for your thoughts & prayers!

Angel (mom to Justin, Andrew, Brandon 9 yrs, Angie 15 yrs)

(((((Angel)))) I hope things go well for you. My DD's are turning 4 on Saturday and thye get into and out of their carseats by themselves. I just have to snap in all the buckles on the 5 point harnesses but they can get into the straps themselves. (My 2 year old is another story!) Can your older child help lift the younger ones into the seats?
YOu may just have to sit them down and explain to them that you can no longer lift them b/c of the surgery and just require them to do more for themselves. HTH. I'll keep you in my thoughts and prayers.

Korrie~
^i^B/G/G 24 w 3d,1/17/00
B 10/31/01
B 1/27/03

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Korrie,
I'm thinking they will be understanding. They can get into their carseats by themselves and get the 5 point harnessess buckled in, the only thing the have problems with is sometimes getting them unbuckled. My daughter is a huge help, but I drive the boys to and from school and shopping when she is in school. We have a suburban and the dr has said absolutely no lifting, bending or twisting for at least 6 months. They will be fusing my spine so I have to make sure the fusion heals well. Thanks for your thoughts and prayers.

Angel (mom to Justin, Andrew, Brandon 9 yrs, Angie 15 yrs)

Hello, I just had a spinal fusion in Dec(18).
My Dr. fused 3 of my verts. and removed 2 disc.
Im doing pretty good, I have to wear a brace for about 12 weeks, with no lifting! My babies are almost 3(will be in march).
I wish you a speedy recovery, and I will say a prayer for you as well. If you would like to you can P.M. me!

Darmax

prayers and healing thoughts coming your way- which ever way that is. take care and good luck. terri

terri
mom to ian,wes,amelia (09/02)
leslie 12 years
micaela 9 years

Angel,

I hope the surgery and recovery go smoothly!

~Dionne
Mommy to Jessica, Alexa & William 02/20/02 31w6d

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I hope all goes well with the surgery and recovery. We'll be thinking of you and your family! Keep us updated.

Sharon
6 year old b/b/b + 10 year old son

Thanks for those that responded. I am getting very nervous and all the prayers and thoughts definitely help!

Angel (mom to Justin, Andrew, Brandon 9 yrs, Angie 15 yrs)

Angel, all the best to you for a swift and comfortable recovery from your operation .

My twins also have trouble with hand strength getting the buckles opened; I wonder if there is some kind of tool they could use, maybe a spoon or something, to press down on it? Hmm...might try that with my guys too...

Mom of a princess, age six, and two princes, age 4

Angel,

Prayers and thoughts of strength coming your way. Please post a reminder when surgery gets closer, I can understand that this is scary. Hopefully it will make you more comfortable in the long run.

Marie

Marie