Cameron's Smile

Forum for parents of injured who are seeking information from other parents or people living with the injury. All welcome
mamaofsix
Posts: 214
Joined: Sun May 11, 2008 5:20 pm
Injury Description, Date, extent, surgical intervention etc: Second son, Cameron, left obstetric brachial plexus injury in 2005.
Primary never graft surgery at 3 months old at St. Louis Children's Hospital
and several rounds of Botox injections.

Cameron's Smile

Post by mamaofsix »

Hello all..I have created an awareness video of my son that I wanted to share with you all.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=opoMJT3hzJE
katep
Posts: 1240
Joined: Mon Mar 29, 2004 3:20 pm

Re: Cameron's Smile

Post by katep »

beautifully done... and what a sweet boy you have.

Kate
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marieke
Posts: 1627
Joined: Fri Apr 01, 2005 6:00 pm
Injury Description, Date, extent, surgical intervention etc: LOBPI
no external rotation against gravity, can only go to 90 degree fwd flexion, no hand-to-mouth
1 surgery at age 14 (latissimus dorsi transfer). In 2004, at age 28 I was struck with Transverse Myelitis which paralyzed me from the chest down. I recovered movement to my right leg, but need a KAFO to walk on my left leg. I became an RN in 2008.
Location: Montreal, Qc, Canada
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Re: Cameron's Smile

Post by marieke »

Very nice, well done!

Marieke 32, LOBPI
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34, LOBPI
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Kath
Posts: 3242
Joined: Mon Nov 18, 2002 4:11 pm
Injury Description, Date, extent, surgical intervention etc: I am ROBPI, global injury, Horner's Syndrome. No surgery but PT started at 2 weeks old under the direction of New York Hospital. I wore a brace 24/7 for the first 11 months of my life. I've never let my injury be used as an excuse not to do something. I've approach all things, in life, as a challenge. I approach anything new wondering if I can do it. I tried so many things I might never have tried, if I were not obpi. Being OBPI has made me strong, creative, more determined and persistent. I believe that being obpi has given me a very strong sense of humor and compassion for others.
Location: New York

Re: Cameron's Smile

Post by Kath »

I was truly touch by this video.
What a beautiful baby.

Kath robpi/adult
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Carolyn J
Posts: 3424
Joined: Tue Apr 06, 2004 1:22 pm
Injury Description, Date, extent, surgical intervention etc: LOBPI. I am 77 yrs old and never had a name for my injuries until 2004 when I found UBPN at age 66.

My injuries are: LOBPI on upper body and Cerebrael Palsy on the lower left extremities. The only intervention I've had is a tendon transplant from my left leg to my left foot to enable flexing t age 24 in 1962. Before that, my foot would freeze without notice on the side when wearing heels AND I always did wear them at work "to fit in" I also stuttered until around age 18-19...just outgrew it...no therapy for it. Also suffered from very very low self esteem; severe Depression and Anxiety attacks started at menopause. I stuffed emotions and over-compensated in every thing I did to "fit in" and be "invisible". My injuries were Never addressed or talked about until age 66. I am a late bloomer!!!!!

I welcome any and all questions about "My Journey".
There is NO SUCH THING AS A DUMB QUESTION.
Sharing helps to Heal. HUGS do too.
Location: Tacoma WA
Contact:

Re: Cameron's Smile

Post by Carolyn J »

GREAT Job, Mom on a very afective Awareness video and Cameron is a beautiful boy and I just know he'll bring you many smiles too! :)

Hugs,
Carolyn j
LOBPI adult
Carolyn J
Adult LOBPI
bensmom
Posts: 92
Joined: Sun Sep 09, 2007 7:54 am

Re: Cameron's Smile

Post by bensmom »

He's a beautiful little boy!! And what a great video...I will be sure to share it with others. All of the strength in the parents here truly amazes me. I found my way here due to my husband's TBPI and as difficult as it has been, I can't imagine going through this if it were my child. Best wishes to all of you!
Karen McClune
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Joined: Wed Sep 10, 2003 4:58 pm

Re: Cameron's Smile

Post by Karen McClune »

What a sweet little one. I am sure he will bring many smile to you.

Thanks for sharing, what a great video.

Hugs, Karen
Cole's Mommy
Posts: 95
Joined: Sat Dec 15, 2007 2:48 pm

Re: Cameron's Smile

Post by Cole's Mommy »

Your Sweet, Sweet Boy is sooooo beautiful, and so is your video. I am moving to a new school and I would like to share your video to help my new co-workers try to "understand" and be informed about bpi. Your love shines through...Just like Cameron's Smile...thank you for sharing!
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F-Litz
Posts: 970
Joined: Fri May 26, 2006 6:53 pm
Injury Description, Date, extent, surgical intervention etc: LOBPI, LTBPI at age 6.5, Sensory Issues, CP, Diaphragm Weakness, Aspberger's
Location: Ambler, PA

Re: Cameron's Smile

Post by F-Litz »

great job mom!
mamaofsix
Posts: 214
Joined: Sun May 11, 2008 5:20 pm
Injury Description, Date, extent, surgical intervention etc: Second son, Cameron, left obstetric brachial plexus injury in 2005.
Primary never graft surgery at 3 months old at St. Louis Children's Hospital
and several rounds of Botox injections.

Re: Cameron's Smile

Post by mamaofsix »

Thank you for all your kind words. I was so compelled to make a video of our journey. It just showed a piece of what we have gone through, but through it all, he is still smiling. Our little ones are so strong!

Please share it.
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