So... we got some news last week that they thought I had Cardiomyopathy, and turns out I do. Cardiomyopathy is where you have a swollen heart, it happens to some women after giving birth, so really my heart did get bigger to fit the love I have for this new little baby. What does all of this mean? Well, it means I am on so called "bed rest" for 6 months. I can't do anything and yes I mean ANYTHING!! My doctor's exact words were "I can't do anything that increases my blood pressure or heart rate" So... there is a lot more about it but at this point I am just overwhelmed by what I do know and that is enough.
You can go to www.womenheart.org to support the research into why this happens to women after having a baby.
Thanks for all the support and prayers in my behalf.
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My heart goes out you cute lady! You guys are amazing...you have been through so much with the heart in general! Also...you are the most active and loving person I know....now its your turn. The relief socety will take care of you I am sure..plus we will have to schedule a time to visit and I could come and help do stuff for you on a saturday! Please let me know. 8016167758
Barb!!! Holy cow. You are such a go getter I can imagine this is going to be hard. Please let me know what I can do to help.
Oh my goodness Barb! You have to call me so we can chat.
My cousin was diagnoses with Postpartum Cardiomyopothy 20 years ago. And with Noah's condition, I'm all to familiar with that precious organ.
You will be in my prayers. And good luck with the Best Rest. That alone is bound to raise your blood pressure. My goodness... seriously, catch me on facebook or send me an email so I can give you my number.
OH NO! OH, hang in there. Do you have a laptop? Hopefully. Solitaire? Books? oh boy, you've got kids. You can do it. You're supermom!
Just wanted to tell you that my prayers are with you! Let me know if I can do anything for you.
You're the best! What else can I say? And you've got a great husband and terrific kids--you'll get through this with lots of support from there and here.
love,
Mom
Barbara T -- If you want to get the crazies out of your house send Dave down with the kids for some peaceful rest time. You are in our prayers and i will call you tomorrow.
Oh my goodness, Barb! I will for sure send Landon over to do all of your dishes now! ;) Seriously though, I'm worried about you! I wish I lived closer so I could be amongst all the great people it sounds like you have to help. If there is anything I can do from afar, please let me know. So are the doctors saying that after six months you should be better?
Barb - we're praying for you. You'll get through this, and I hope we can help, in some way.
I think the same thing happen to me... but instead of my heart its my BUTT!!! AHHH!!! Seriously though, Are you okay? I have heart problems too but instead of my entire heart getting bigger its my valves. And pooh on bringing us dinner, when can I BRING YOU dinner???? Me and Dan were just talking about you and your hub saying we needed to get together soon. Maybe we could do pizza some time? That way none of us have to cook! Is the relief society bringing in any meals for you guys??? I will give you a call here soon!
Yikes, that is scary. I'm glad they caught it though. Looks like you have lots of nearby peeps ready to help. Be careful!
Oh Barbara. I'm not sure what to say, except you are in our prayers. Hang in there and know you have loved ones all around you.
Oh, I can't even imagine how difficult it is to do nothing with a new little baby in the house, not to mention the rest of your family to take care of! Wish we lived closer so I could help out somehow... KNow that you are in my thoughts and prayers.
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