I am still very sore from the c section. My section went as planned but we did realize as soon as I was open that all the muscles in the front of my stomach TORE while I was pregnant so when I sit up or do any kind of flex of my stomach it makes a tent shape. My incision looks great so there is no issue with healing besides the fact that it takes time:)
The emotions of postpartum have definitely come into play. I just started crying uncontrollably the other night on the way down to the hospital because I didn't think they babies were being held enough. I'm not depressed per say, just overly emotional.
Breast Feeding: It's hard work. I mainly pump everything and bring it into the NICU and then they get donor breast milk if mine isn't enough. My milk just came in the other day but I still don't feel like I'm getting enough.
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You know, my stomach still makes a tent shape when used and I'm almost 5 months pp. with twins. What did your Dr say about this? I was never told that my muscles tore...but it's VERY odd that my stomach muscles are still very separate....
Interesting!
Keep doing what you're doing. You sound like you're doing amazing-and you have 3 beautiful babies! Congrats!
I am glad that you are doing well but sorry that you are so emotional, its part of the game im sure! Your babies are precious and im sure you cant wait to take them all home with you!!! =)
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They told me besides surgery there is nothing I can do. They will go back together somewhat but will never fully be together again. I guess we will always have a tent...
Ouch! Sorry to hear about your stomach muscles. I hope the soreness goes away soon. I can completely understand feeling sad/emotional about your babies not being held enough; I'm already worrying about not bring able to give enough individual attention. Just keep doing what you're doing - you're a wonderful MoM!
I had twins in Sept. and started pumping right away. I didn't have much at first either when my milk came in, but it has slowly increased as my body has gotten used to the pumping. I would think the amount you pump will increase with time. If you feel you need help, you should check with the hospital-they probably have lactation consultants available. I know the LC at my hospital said it's important to drink lots of water and get enough calories. good luck!
For me I could not really work on the ab muscles for a year. They really have to heal. And it takes a year. I was carrying 11 pounds of baby and had a fall the week of delivery so everything tore. Landed on my feet but it was several feet down. After I was done with the year of nursing I eventually worked with someone very gifted in remediating muscle ligament tears. Sort of a personal trainer, physical therapist and weight trainer. I had good results. here is what I learned for what it is worth. Touch the scar, touch the belly with gentleness and love. Rub in oils and such... Do not rush it, it will be OK. You are an amazing healer. Do dry skin brushing with a soft brush. Also remember you are very swollen now.
I hope you get lots of help and support with nursing. There is nothing like a baby to stimulate milk production. Once they are home you can at least touch a baby while you pump. I pray that you will soon be able to feed each of your baby straight from the source. All three. No hands. No pumps. What a blessing.
I found when I was nursing I really could not do anything else. It takes both you and baby to make a nursing couple. So that would be 3 couples. You are dance partner. It takes patience and the willingness for all of you to "not to get it right". A very powerful place to be is "it will be OK either way". Celebrate everything. You milk is coming in. Babies are growing. You smile is beautiful.
In a primitive way I believe the babies are still in contact with your heart space even when they are not actually with you. You can touch them in spirit.
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