Re: Baby born missing a hand

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It is hard to know how to respond; a card and present always helps! Your friend will adjust. I am a teacher and in my class I have a lovely boy called Hayden, aged ten, who is a second generation thalidomide victim with no right hand. He's an absolute delight and an inspiration. He brings out the best in everyone and always has a sunny smile on his face. Everyone loves him.

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                         Louise

At Sun, 30 Sep 2001, SarahB wrote:
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>I am feeling so sad...  A dear friend who was due the day before me had
>her baby this morning (we spent alot of time together during the last
>few months sharing pregnancy experiences)...  her sister called and told
>me that the baby girl was born weighing only 4lb 12oz (39 weeks) and
>missing her left hand.  I am not sure how to respond and was wondering
>if anyone had experienced something similar and what helped.  I
>delivered a very healthy little boy 1.5 weeks ago.
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>Also, does anyone know if this type of thing is "isolated" or linked to
>other possible problems with the little girl?
>
>Thank you for any insight!  SarahB
>
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>SarahB
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