Arthritis and having babies

Luna6

Hello

Just wondering if anyone could help me with some advice...

I am currently thinking of trying for a baby but the thought terrifies me. I have Osteoarthritis in both wrists and hands and panic that I would not be able to care for a child properly (lifting, putting in the car etc.). My partner is amazing and already does so much around the house that I cannot do, so I wouldn't want to put more pressure on him.

Just wondering if anyone else has been in this situation and has any tips or knows if there is any help out there for a situation like this. I currently work part time and receive PIP for the remainder.

It is really effecting me to the point that I cannot sleep.

Any help is greatly appreciated. Thank you.

Chris_R

Hi @Luna6

Welcome to the online community, so glad you have found us.

You say you would like a baby although you have Osteoarthritis in both wrists and hands. Also you don't want to put pressure on your partner. That is very understandable and considerate on your part I expect you have discussed this with him already but still are unsure.

• Pregnancy and Arthritis (PDF)

https://www.versusarthritis.org/news/2020/october/pregnancy-and-arthritis-tips-for-new-mums/

Hope these links help you in your deliberations. Meanwhile why not go on line to the forums to chat it sometimes helps to hear other people comments.

Hope all goes well with you please keep in touch and let us know how you get on.

Christine

Luna6

Hello,

thank you for the welcome and for the information. I will have a read through later.

it’s such a tough one :-(

Thank you again

Shaphron

Heya, thought I'd let you know there was another person who posted recently about having a baby with arthritis - maybe there is some information on this thread which would help?

https://community.versusarthritis.org/discussion/53087/arthritis-after-pregnancy

Luna6

Oh thank you so much, it’s comforting to know it’s not just me