I havent ever said this…but I unfortunately cant carry my own children, Gomez says.
I have a lot of medical issues that would put my life and the babys in jeopardy.
Gomez has been open about her struggles with the autoimmune disease lupus since she was diagnosed in 2013.
Her diagnosis led her to take time off from her vibrant entertainment career to undergo chemotherapy.
A few years later, she received akidney transplant.
Heres How I Finally Figured It Out
I unfortunately cant carry my own children.
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I have a lot of medical issues that would put my life and the babys in jeopardy.
According to theMayo Clinic, there are a few bipolar medications that are directly linked to birth defects.
Some medicines can also be passed to the baby via breastmilk and cause harm.
Despite her health challenges, thats not stopping Gomez from fulfilling her desire to experience motherhood.
However Im meant to have them, I will, she says of her future children.
It made me really thankful for the other outlets for people who are dying to be moms.
Im one of those people.
Im excited for what that journey will look like, but itll look a little different.
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