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OHbaby! Forums : Episode three: the kidney saga continues https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/ Copyright (c) 2006-2013 Web Wiz Forums - All Rights Reserved. Sat, 09 May 2026 19:26:27 +0000 Tue, 05 Dec 2006 14:17:50 +0000 http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Web Wiz Forums 12.05 360 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/RSS_post_feed.asp?TID=4726 <![CDATA[OHbaby! Forums]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_images/web_wiz_forums.png https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/ <![CDATA[Episode three: the kidney saga continues : Thanks Deep down I know that...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=4726&PID=91785&title=episode-three-the-kidney-saga-continues#91785 Author: Maya
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Posted: 05 December 2006 at 2:17pm

Thanks

Deep down I know that the surgery is really important for her long-term health, but part of me still wants to lock her away and not let anyone near her...]]> Tue, 05 Dec 2006 14:17:50 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=4726&PID=91785&title=episode-three-the-kidney-saga-continues#91785 <![CDATA[Episode three: the kidney saga continues : oh emma, i can't imagine...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=4726&PID=91723&title=episode-three-the-kidney-saga-continues#91723 Author: ellabellame
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Posted: 05 December 2006 at 12:26pm

oh emma, i can't imagine watching mikey being put under and he's a whole lot older than sienna. she'll be just fine and we'll all be thinking of you. i wish i lived near you so i could help in some practical way but as i can't i'll just have to send you heaps of virtual hugs

]]> Tue, 05 Dec 2006 12:26:21 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=4726&PID=91723&title=episode-three-the-kidney-saga-continues#91723 <![CDATA[Episode three: the kidney saga continues : Hugs Emma. Like Claire said it...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=4726&PID=91687&title=episode-three-the-kidney-saga-continues#91687 Author: aimeejoy
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Posted: 05 December 2006 at 10:42am

Hugs Emma. Like Claire said it is good to get it doe now even tho she is so little, harder on mum than Sienna I think

If you dont want to be in with her when they do the general, then dont, there is absolutely nothing wrong with that. Also if they do laproscopic surgery, its usually a few small "holes" in the belly - one for the telescope thingy, one or two for any instrumetns they use... Much better than actually being opened up. Take care

]]> Tue, 05 Dec 2006 10:42:34 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=4726&PID=91687&title=episode-three-the-kidney-saga-continues#91687 <![CDATA[Episode three: the kidney saga continues : Oh poor little bubba. Well just...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=4726&PID=91671&title=episode-three-the-kidney-saga-continues#91671 Author: LockieandLiam
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Posted: 05 December 2006 at 10:24am

Oh poor little bubba. Well just think at the end of the day your little one will feel better, but it certainly wouldn't be easy to go through as parents. Big hugs chickie and will be thinking of you.]]> Tue, 05 Dec 2006 10:24:41 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=4726&PID=91671&title=episode-three-the-kidney-saga-continues#91671 <![CDATA[Episode three: the kidney saga continues : Emma From a medical point of view...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=4726&PID=91636&title=episode-three-the-kidney-saga-continues#91636 Author: Redbedrock
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Posted: 05 December 2006 at 9:22am

Emma
From a medical point of view this is great as they will reduce any damage or scarring to her kidneys and lots of future damage and problems by getting the surgery done now.
From an emotional point of view, don't know what to say, I can't even imagine how you will get through this, but I know you all will. I see with some people that seem to have bottomless resources of strength and determination, I know you will find something to draw on.
take care

Claire]]> Tue, 05 Dec 2006 09:22:34 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=4726&PID=91636&title=episode-three-the-kidney-saga-continues#91636 <![CDATA[Episode three: the kidney saga continues : awww emma big hugshunny thinking...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=4726&PID=91608&title=episode-three-the-kidney-saga-continues#91608 Author: james
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Posted: 05 December 2006 at 8:26am

awww emma big hugshunny thinking of you and the girls

]]> Tue, 05 Dec 2006 08:26:51 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=4726&PID=91608&title=episode-three-the-kidney-saga-continues#91608 <![CDATA[Episode three: the kidney saga continues : Emma, How awful for you. But...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=4726&PID=91585&title=episode-three-the-kidney-saga-continues#91585 Author: nuttymama
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Posted: 05 December 2006 at 6:47am

Emma, How awful for you. But you are an amazingly strong woman so I bet she's a strong little girl ,and I know you can get through this. Good luck for the whole thing and thinking about you.]]> Tue, 05 Dec 2006 06:47:17 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=4726&PID=91585&title=episode-three-the-kidney-saga-continues#91585 <![CDATA[Episode three: the kidney saga continues : ]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=4726&PID=91527&title=episode-three-the-kidney-saga-continues#91527 Author: nikkitheknitter
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Posted: 04 December 2006 at 8:54pm

]]> Mon, 04 Dec 2006 20:54:19 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=4726&PID=91527&title=episode-three-the-kidney-saga-continues#91527 <![CDATA[Episode three: the kidney saga continues : Hey, just to say that I'm...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=4726&PID=91512&title=episode-three-the-kidney-saga-continues#91512 Author: Paws
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Posted: 04 December 2006 at 8:41pm

Hey, just to say that I'm sending big hugs your way! Hope everything goes well with the surgery!

No need to ask you to keep us updated huh? I'm sure we'll be waiting to hear from you and will be thinking of you.

If you need anything don't hesitate to ask! ]]> Mon, 04 Dec 2006 20:41:13 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=4726&PID=91512&title=episode-three-the-kidney-saga-continues#91512 <![CDATA[Episode three: the kidney saga continues : Thanks LOL Bombshell Willie...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=4726&PID=91502&title=episode-three-the-kidney-saga-continues#91502 Author: Maya
Subject: 4726
Posted: 04 December 2006 at 8:23pm

Thanks

LOL Bombshell Willie is more of a sook than I am!

We don't have a date yet, he said he will have to look at his schedule but that it is a "matter of some urgency" and would be done before Xmas, and that often they book the surgery before even seeing the patient because that kind of ultrasound/MCU result always means surgery.

So I guess we wait and see.

It's telescopic surgery so I assumed it was up her girly bits, but them Mum said they can also do telescopic surgery thru a cut in the belly button so not sure now how they will do it. I didn't think to ask, was too busy trying to process the whole thing.
]]> Mon, 04 Dec 2006 20:23:58 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=4726&PID=91502&title=episode-three-the-kidney-saga-continues#91502 <![CDATA[Episode three: the kidney saga continues : oh the poor wee thing..and poor...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=4726&PID=91494&title=episode-three-the-kidney-saga-continues#91494 Author: Bombshell
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Posted: 04 December 2006 at 8:11pm

oh the poor wee thing..and poor Emma...I think you should see if Willy will do it...i dont know if i could watch my bubs do that either...
Stay strong chick...she will be OK!]]> Mon, 04 Dec 2006 20:11:04 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=4726&PID=91494&title=episode-three-the-kidney-saga-continues#91494 <![CDATA[Episode three: the kidney saga continues : Wow I can't imagine that...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=4726&PID=91467&title=episode-three-the-kidney-saga-continues#91467 Author: busymum
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Posted: 04 December 2006 at 7:05pm

Wow I can't imagine that and I sure wouldn't be able to handle being there. Hopefully you find strength from within or Willie or a nurse can help?

And in a way, she's a really lucky girl to have it all done before she's old enough to understand what's going on.

But

to you, you're amazing.]]> Mon, 04 Dec 2006 19:05:54 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=4726&PID=91467&title=episode-three-the-kidney-saga-continues#91467 <![CDATA[Episode three: the kidney saga continues : Oh Emma, how scary for you! They...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=4726&PID=91439&title=episode-three-the-kidney-saga-continues#91439 Author: caraMel
Subject: 4726
Posted: 04 December 2006 at 5:41pm

Oh Emma, how scary for you!
They are a great team at Starship, and I know that she will get the best of care. (and you too if my experiences are anything to go by!)

]]> Mon, 04 Dec 2006 17:41:48 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=4726&PID=91439&title=episode-three-the-kidney-saga-continues#91439 <![CDATA[Episode three: the kidney saga continues : Ditto what Katherine said about...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=4726&PID=91432&title=episode-three-the-kidney-saga-continues#91432 Author: jax
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Posted: 04 December 2006 at 5:23pm

Ditto what Katherine said about bringing stuff, if you need me, you know where I am !! (And I'm just about to put some more credit on my phone too.)]]> Mon, 04 Dec 2006 17:23:48 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=4726&PID=91432&title=episode-three-the-kidney-saga-continues#91432 <![CDATA[Episode three: the kidney saga continues : Big, big, big hugs, Emma! Please...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=4726&PID=91422&title=episode-three-the-kidney-saga-continues#91422 Author: Katherine
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Posted: 04 December 2006 at 5:09pm

Big, big, big hugs, Emma! Please let me know if we can do anything to help -- bring food? Watch Maya? I can't even watch while Emma Rose has blood drawn, so I can't imagine having to be there while your baby is put under. When is the surgery scheduled for?]]> Mon, 04 Dec 2006 17:09:24 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=4726&PID=91422&title=episode-three-the-kidney-saga-continues#91422 <![CDATA[Episode three: the kidney saga continues : awww emma!! big hugs chick...i...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=4726&PID=91414&title=episode-three-the-kidney-saga-continues#91414 Author: jack_&_charli
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Posted: 04 December 2006 at 4:45pm

awww emma!! big hugs chick...i don't know if i could handle seeing charli 'put under' either!
do you have a date yet?]]> Mon, 04 Dec 2006 16:45:11 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=4726&PID=91414&title=episode-three-the-kidney-saga-continues#91414 <![CDATA[Episode three: the kidney saga continues : Wow! Big hugs Emma. Do you know...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=4726&PID=91371&title=episode-three-the-kidney-saga-continues#91371 Author: lizzle
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Posted: 04 December 2006 at 2:35pm

Wow! Big hugs Emma. Do you know when she will have the surgery? and will you have a support person with you?

I;m sure, and I bet you know too, that Sienna will be fine, but I agree, the thought of a seven week old having an op is scary as! Let us know when it is, and we can text you! well, i can't cause i don't have a cell phone, but I'm sure others will! oh....just realised that if you are in hospital you may not be able to use a cell phone...hmmmm. will think of snother idea.]]> Mon, 04 Dec 2006 14:35:38 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=4726&PID=91371&title=episode-three-the-kidney-saga-continues#91371 <![CDATA[Episode three: the kidney saga continues : Might be a little different with...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=4726&PID=91360&title=episode-three-the-kidney-saga-continues#91360 Author: mummy_becks
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Posted: 04 December 2006 at 2:31pm

Might be a little different with the ages, what about Willie could he do it? I'm sure the anethitist(sp?) would understand if you didn't go in.]]> Mon, 04 Dec 2006 14:31:03 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=4726&PID=91360&title=episode-three-the-kidney-saga-continues#91360 <![CDATA[Episode three: the kidney saga continues : That's the thing Mummy_Becks...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=4726&PID=91353&title=episode-three-the-kidney-saga-continues#91353 Author: Maya
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Posted: 04 December 2006 at 2:18pm

That's the thing Mummy_Becks - I don't know if I WANT to be there

When Maya had her general I had to hold her while they put the mask on to put her to sleep and all I could think of was when we had our cat put to sleep. Her eyes rolled back in her head and she went all floppy. I managed to hold it together till I got out of the OR and then I burst into tears and didn't stop crying until she was in recovery.

And she was 2 - how am I going to cope with seeing my 7 week old put under?

]]> Mon, 04 Dec 2006 14:18:47 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=4726&PID=91353&title=episode-three-the-kidney-saga-continues#91353 <![CDATA[Episode three: the kidney saga continues : Emma, so can understand your feeling...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=4726&PID=91351&title=episode-three-the-kidney-saga-continues#91351 Author: mummy_becks
Subject: 4726
Posted: 04 December 2006 at 2:15pm

Emma, so can understand your feeling on the general. I hope they let you in while they put her under. I was allowed to when Andrew ws put under.]]> Mon, 04 Dec 2006 14:15:19 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=4726&PID=91351&title=episode-three-the-kidney-saga-continues#91351 <![CDATA[Episode three: the kidney saga continues : ]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=4726&PID=91349&title=episode-three-the-kidney-saga-continues#91349 Author: EllenMumof2
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Posted: 04 December 2006 at 2:13pm

]]> Mon, 04 Dec 2006 14:13:04 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=4726&PID=91349&title=episode-three-the-kidney-saga-continues#91349 <![CDATA[Episode three: the kidney saga continues : And it looks like my baby will...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=4726&PID=91347&title=episode-three-the-kidney-saga-continues#91347 Author: Maya
Subject: 4726
Posted: 04 December 2006 at 2:10pm

And it looks like my baby will be having surgery before Christmas

Apparently the kidney reflux is not such a major, but she has something called a ureterocele which is a blockage in the tube between the bladder and the kidney which has to be removed. They will do it under general anasthetic at Starship, and she will probably be in hospital for 2-3 days. While she is there they want to do another test to check her kidney function too where they run dye thru an IV line, not 100% sure how that works.

I feel confident in the surgeon, and he explained everything very clearly, but the idea of my tiny little baby having a general anasthetic is a bit mindblowing, and just the thought of someone poking around inside her is a bit scary too.

Mercedes will have to come to hospital with us as I'm still semi-feeding (although I think this whole thing might spell the end of the breastfeeding, not sure) and my Dad is going to come and stay with Maya.

What a drama. When it rains it pours I guess

But I do want to say thank you to all of you for your support this far, it helps to know that we're not alone.

ETA: While we are in Starship they want Mercedes to have an ultrasound too just to double check that her kidneys are ok.

Edited by Maya]]> Mon, 04 Dec 2006 14:10:06 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=4726&PID=91347&title=episode-three-the-kidney-saga-continues#91347