Scoliosis and Pregnancy...

[THilfiger0218]

Hi, I need to find some information on how Scoliosis can effect pregnancy or how it effects pregnancy. And if possible if I could get some links as sources. Sorry to ask it's for a paper that my girlfriend has to write for school. If possible could you e-mail me the info at THilfiger0218@aol.com. Thanks for your time!

John

[UMKCwmn]

Actually I have questions about that, too...My aunt has scoliosis and she said it was really hard...she was on bed rest and her hips popped out of place. Mine do now, and I'm not pregnant. When I started working with my personal trainer, who specializes in scoliosis, she told me it was best I didn't ever get pregnant, which seriously made me cry, then later she told me that I can get strong enough to where my scoliosis shouldn't effect my pregnancy. I'm not anywhere near it now, I'll only be 19 in a month, but it's something I have to think about. Has anyone on here been through it?

[mumof5]

Hi, I asked my daughters specalist about this as my eldest daughter ( I have 5)is about to have surgery ( in 3 days) He said that the surgery will not cause a problem and she should have a normal pregnancy and birth when the time comes. She is only 14. He said that for my other children who have slight curves that keeping strong and flexible will help, but as with everything keep a close eye on any difference that you see or feel. I guess this is too late for your friends paper but maybe it will help some else.
Cheryl

[MaryK]

I had surgery at 13 and have the majority of my back fused. My surgeon told my mom that I would most likely have a good pregnancy. He said I would show a gret deal more and have less pain.

UMK, I have read other stories of pregnancy with scoliosis where the mom had a wonderful time. The curves were pulled straighter from the weight of the baby and the back pain was less then the mom had originally. Just like women with normal spines women with scoliosis have very different experiences with pregnancy. Concentrate on strengthening you back and legs for now and let the future to God to take care of!

[briarrose]

My doctor told me to wait until I'm at least 25 to get pregnant. He said about then is when the spine is fully mature. I don't really want kids. I'm in a lot of pain now and can't imagine how much pain I would be in carrying around an extra 20-30 pounds. My friend has 2 kids and she has scoliosis. She had her second child in January and now her back is really hurting her. She has a feeling her curve has increased, but doesn't want to find out.

[sms1234]

Hi everyone,
I'm new at this and became a member to learn more about scoliosis and pregnancy. I'm a 30 year old female, healthy as far as I know. I'm on no meds, only prenatal vitamins. I have a "53" degree curve in the middle to upper part of my spine. You can't really tell I have it from the front, but from the back it's definitely noticable when I wear tight shirts in the upper right part of my back. I was diagnosed at age 15 and was followed ever since. I have never worn a brace (was stubburn during the teenage years). With the grace of God, I haven't had any pain associated with my scoliosis. I've been going to a couple specialists lately asking them if it's okay that I try and get pregnant. One told me I should be fine and to go ahead and just to make sure I have an X ray to make sure they know where to put my epidural. Another one told me that most likely my spine will curve more and shift and I may need surgery after if this occurs. I was told that after 60 degree curves, that they will definitely progress. I have 7 degrees unitl mine gets that far. Some one even suggested a surigate to carry our baby, but I would rather have the child on my own. Any information would be very helpful as my husband and I try and decide what is best. Thanks for reading.