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Pacemaker in Abdomen and Pregnant

Pacemaker in Abdomen and Pregnant

A little background:  I was born with Ebstein Anomaly.  I have had two open heart surgeries and had a pacemaker implanted, in my abdomen, after my 2nd open heart surgery.  I'm now 33 years old and 8 weeks pregnant.  Yesterday I had my first baby appointment and told the nurse practitioner about my pacemaker and she seemed worried.  So before I get too worried I wanted to see if anyone has been in my situation.  

As my belly grows will that damage the pacemaker or the wires that connect my pacemaker to my hear?  If the baby kick the pacemaker does that have an effect?

Thanks for your help
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