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C in Common illness
Ladies, I’ve just been diagnosed with postpartum thyroiditis. Please read up on this if you haven’t heard of it, as it is another thing I wasn’t aware of 😬😩 It’s uncommon however it can happen. I’ve added pics of the side effects and the dr can also check for thyroid problems should you feel like you have symptoms...
C in Hospital bag
So I had many lists when packing my hospital bag of the essentials e.g. maternity pads, variety of vest sizes and clothes for Alex, loose clothing for me, wipes, nappies (just to name a few). But my godsends were: **Since COVID we weren’t allowed to leave the room, so everything we had, that was it** - Exercise bal...
C in Baby clothes
I really wish I had of prepared myself for the outcome of tears. I wasn’t and daily it was extremely painful. I’d say my essential list would have been: 1) A very cushioned, comfortable seat (Apparently lying if you can, so you’re not putting pressure on the stitches - Not very feasible with a newborn). 2) Warm wat...
S in Postpartum symptoms
I wish I knew that the more babies you have the worse the after pain (after giving birth) is. My last baby was baby number 4 and it was horrid. I'm due my 5th and will be more prepared. The midwife looking after me last time said "Oh yes the more you have the worse it is" Well I wish someone told me!
C in Self-care
Please please please I can’t stress enough how important it is to have basic first aid training! Last night my baby stopped breathing as he choked on his sick and panicked. I was TERRIFIED but jumped into action, it was the most petrifying experience of my whole life 😭 I’m urging everyone to please have the trainin...
