mellywelly
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Ooooh mammas, looks like you are the next to pop!!! Good luck!!!!!!
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ARuppe - sorry you are having such a tough time with the feeding. I am too and it is so frustrating and upsetting. I sat and bawled my eyes out last night because I don't feel that Eva is latching on properly and my nipples are so sore. I am beginning to dread feeds and feel I am missing out on that lovely time with my little girl. My midwife has been great and thinks that it may be a combination of my breasts being too full for her to be able to latch on properly and the fact that I now have nipple trauma from trying for so long. It is miserable, but she has suggested I try breast massage so they aren't so hard and perhaps nipple shields for 24 hours or so for my nipples to heal a bit. I feel awful about the whole thing and could so easily give up right now. I hope things get better for both of us soon!
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So I got 2 days to cesarian and lo is giving me trouble
I've had a migraine for 4 days I've been throwing up more and his movements are less now
So I'm going back in to get baby checked just to make sure then I'm gonna go get McDonald's
I've had a migraine for 4 days I've been throwing up more and his movements are less now
So I'm going back in to get baby checked just to make sure then I'm gonna go get McDonald's
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Amanda and Lilah, big hugs to you!!
The first week of breastfeeding was so hard for me too! I wanted to cry at every feeding. I kept telling myself that it WILL get easier. Someone on here, I think maybe Betheney, said a while back to give yourself a goal of trying for three weeks and after that you could quit. I kept that goal in mind and it has gotten much easier. We still have many rough patches- last night she wouldn't settle down and acted like she wanted to still nurse and as soon as she'd latch on she'd pull off REALLY hard and start crying. We went through that for nearly an hour last night. But that was only one night and it's been going really well lately. So hang in there and whatever you choose to do, whether it's BF, FF or pumping, will be what's best for you and baby
On a random note, anyone know why I wouldn't be able to post anything on FB? Not just on our page, but on the news feed or on anyone's post...It keeps saying "an error occurred" and it does it whether I'm on my phone or computer...
The first week of breastfeeding was so hard for me too! I wanted to cry at every feeding. I kept telling myself that it WILL get easier. Someone on here, I think maybe Betheney, said a while back to give yourself a goal of trying for three weeks and after that you could quit. I kept that goal in mind and it has gotten much easier. We still have many rough patches- last night she wouldn't settle down and acted like she wanted to still nurse and as soon as she'd latch on she'd pull off REALLY hard and start crying. We went through that for nearly an hour last night. But that was only one night and it's been going really well lately. So hang in there and whatever you choose to do, whether it's BF, FF or pumping, will be what's best for you and babyOn a random note, anyone know why I wouldn't be able to post anything on FB? Not just on our page, but on the news feed or on anyone's post...It keeps saying "an error occurred" and it does it whether I'm on my phone or computer...
Oh Kaiecee, that sounds awful and I totally understand how hard that is. I have chronic migraines and for the most part they have been better while pregnant, but the last week or two has been worse for me. Do you have some anti nausea drugs you can take? If you are comfortable with it coffee can be really helpful and if those things don't work your doctor should have some other medications they can suggest. 4 days is too long!
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Lilah.. Here's hoping it gets better for both of us!
Thank you els for the encouragement!!
Betheney- I was si glad to see you respond... I was hoping you would get on here and see my posts! There are several lactation consultants here but the one we had yesterday and today is a huge proponent for skin on skin. It will definitely become part of our routine and hopefully will make a difference. The staff here is marvelous and I'm supposed to call them this weekend to check in and make an appointment to come back in and keep working on re-establishing him on the breast. I'm really hoping the combination of being home on our own setting and him feeling better will set us up for some better results. And until then I will keep pumping! It is nice that both dh and I are involved in the feeding process however and he has been absolutely amazing supporting me through this. I also know that my hormones are all out of whack right and I'm home sick which isn't making anything about newborn care easy. I knew I would be tired but I just feel like my spirit is down at the moment. Dh has been my rock and I've really needed him to be as great as he is.
Thank you els for the encouragement!!
Betheney- I was si glad to see you respond... I was hoping you would get on here and see my posts! There are several lactation consultants here but the one we had yesterday and today is a huge proponent for skin on skin. It will definitely become part of our routine and hopefully will make a difference. The staff here is marvelous and I'm supposed to call them this weekend to check in and make an appointment to come back in and keep working on re-establishing him on the breast. I'm really hoping the combination of being home on our own setting and him feeling better will set us up for some better results. And until then I will keep pumping! It is nice that both dh and I are involved in the feeding process however and he has been absolutely amazing supporting me through this. I also know that my hormones are all out of whack right and I'm home sick which isn't making anything about newborn care easy. I knew I would be tired but I just feel like my spirit is down at the moment. Dh has been my rock and I've really needed him to be as great as he is.
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Mammaspath - If you have ANY questions about a late pre-term baby (37 weeks) PLEASE message me. I have been through the ringer with my little bean and can certainly offer you lots of support.
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Hey Ladies! Thanks for the responds.
See, it's already been spoken of. The sweep, the waiting.. we already spoke it with my doctor and his exact words were: "If you make it to your 40 weeks, you come in that day, have a normal check up... and we will schedule your induction for the hospital's first opening..."
That's why i'm not wondering if it's going to be a sweep, if he will decide to do it at 41+ I was only wondering if with a hospital with that capacity I had to wait for the weekend or if they would send me in today.
See, it's already been spoken of. The sweep, the waiting.. we already spoke it with my doctor and his exact words were: "If you make it to your 40 weeks, you come in that day, have a normal check up... and we will schedule your induction for the hospital's first opening..."
That's why i'm not wondering if it's going to be a sweep, if he will decide to do it at 41+ I was only wondering if with a hospital with that capacity I had to wait for the weekend or if they would send me in today.
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Miss Violet had her two week appointment today (where did time go?). She now weighs 6lb, 13oz - up a full pound in 9-10 days!!! She doesn't need to go to the doctor again for 4 weeks!!!
Her pediatrician says she can exclusively feed on demand now. I am so thrilled to not have to set the alarm every three hours.
Her pediatrician says she can exclusively feed on demand now. I am so thrilled to not have to set the alarm every three hours.
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Happy D day, DeeDee! Hope things start progressing for you and you have little Matthew soon!
Mamma- Good luck with your labor! Hope it goes quick and you are holding your baby soon! Thinking of you.
Sorry to the.ladies I forgot! Hope you are all.doing well!
Mamma- Good luck with your labor! Hope it goes quick and you are holding your baby soon! Thinking of you.
Sorry to the.ladies I forgot! Hope you are all.doing well!
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Thank you!
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Amanda and Lilah, big hugs to you!!
On a random note, anyone know why I wouldn't be able to post anything on FB? Not just on our page, but on the news feed or on anyone's post...It keeps saying "an error occurred" and it does it whether I'm on my phone or computer...
Thanks Els. I think a goal is a good idea. I would feel terrible about giving up so I will try and persevere.
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Ella had a pediatrician appointment today to check her jaundice..weight etc!
She has gained 2oz but the similac formula has made her poo very runny so we are switched to soy for the time being.. Hope it helps! Her jaundice is clearing slowly, he told me to give it a good 1-2 weeks for recovery..
As for me....my stitches are good but my tailbone, well... Its worse! I hate takig pain pills to ease the pain but its the only thing i can do so i can somewhat take care of my little girl!
Gerber gentle good start is a really good formula..that may help with her poo because its protein packed!!!
Well I had my 40+4 midwife appointment this afternoon.
My midwife was on holiday so I got a lady I've never seen before.
She performed a sweep and I was 2cm dilated with buldging waters, she said my cervix was very soft and stretchy and 1cm long.
I hope it brings on labour because I'm in agony now when baby pushes down.
If nothing by Monday I will have another sweep then an induction booked for the 18th at 13 days overdue.
My midwife was on holiday so I got a lady I've never seen before.
She performed a sweep and I was 2cm dilated with buldging waters, she said my cervix was very soft and stretchy and 1cm long.
I hope it brings on labour because I'm in agony now when baby pushes down.
If nothing by Monday I will have another sweep then an induction booked for the 18th at 13 days overdue.
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I can't stand being so out of breath all the time Even if I'm sitting down I feel like I can't breath... all out of the blue. I told drs about this, but it's only gotten worse. :/ At night I need to sit up because I feel like I'm suffocating... and I never sleep on my back or tummy... grr! I'm so ready!
Even if I'm sitting down I feel like I can't breath... all out of the blue. I told drs about this, but it's only gotten worse. :/ At night I need to sit up because I feel like I'm suffocating... and I never sleep on my back or tummy... grr! I'm so ready!
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went shopping at Safeway this morning. I don't know why I thought going alone would be a good idea. But got all the shopping done. So I hope once baby is here we wont need to leave the house.
TMI: I had to use the restroom at Safeway (something I NEVER do) I had a very loose BM and a good chunk of plug. Dunno if that is from dtd with hubby last night or walking. All I know is that I am so beyond done. With the extra waters I was told that my body thinks I'm 40+ weeks pregnant, and acts like it. Even though Im only 37. OH YAY FULL TERM! lol
TMI: I had to use the restroom at Safeway (something I NEVER do) I had a very loose BM and a good chunk of plug. Dunno if that is from dtd with hubby last night or walking. All I know is that I am so beyond done. With the extra waters I was told that my body thinks I'm 40+ weeks pregnant, and acts like it. Even though Im only 37. OH YAY FULL TERM! lol
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back from dr. baby is doing just fine unlike yesterday baby was moving and praticing his breathing but everytime i do an nst its always border line so thats why i had to get another u/s but at least i got to see riley again so everything is planned for friday got my last blood test for my cesarian so only 2 more days ladies!!!
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Hahaha, my sister just called. LOL She says people have been calling my parents home back in Guatemala asking if Matthew is here yet or not lol I'm so glad I'm not back there right now, and if they call me here... I just well, put my rude pants on and don't answer haha.
Good luck mamaspath!!
Deedee I hope they do something soon. It sounds like we are getting down to the end ladies. Then all our jellybeans will be here!
I was getting so frustrated with the breast feeding. But I knew to just keep pushing on. Oh man! I had to give her formula today because she wouldn't latch and wouldn't eat. The hospital is pushing her eating and it was only making me more frustrated. BUT ... this afternoon she woke all the way up, ate from both sides, good suck, good latch, good swallowing. I couldn't have been more happy. I am frustrated as they are making us stay all the way for the full 48 hours because last night when they weighed her, she had lost 5% of her body weight. Everything I read said babies usually lose 10% so why can't we just go home. She's peeing and pooping and eating well. Even if at times we have to supplement she is fine. No jaundice.
They did ask if I wanted a whooping cough vaccine for me and I said sure why not. Normally I wouldn't but we have a recent outbreak here and DD is already immune so why not.
I am overly anxious to go home. Come on 5:30!!!
Deedee I hope they do something soon. It sounds like we are getting down to the end ladies. Then all our jellybeans will be here!
I was getting so frustrated with the breast feeding. But I knew to just keep pushing on. Oh man! I had to give her formula today because she wouldn't latch and wouldn't eat. The hospital is pushing her eating and it was only making me more frustrated. BUT ... this afternoon she woke all the way up, ate from both sides, good suck, good latch, good swallowing. I couldn't have been more happy. I am frustrated as they are making us stay all the way for the full 48 hours because last night when they weighed her, she had lost 5% of her body weight. Everything I read said babies usually lose 10% so why can't we just go home. She's peeing and pooping and eating well. Even if at times we have to supplement she is fine. No jaundice.
They did ask if I wanted a whooping cough vaccine for me and I said sure why not. Normally I wouldn't but we have a recent outbreak here and DD is already immune so why not. I am overly anxious to go home. Come on 5:30!!!
