Also, STEAL ALL THE EVERYTHING. The mesh underwear, the pads, the squirt bottle thing, a baby blanket (they count those. Take one and run) pretty much anything not nailed down. I lived in those mesh underwear for weeks. I wish they could be my all the time underwear. They are so comfortable.
Yes! When I had my first two I left with enough blankets and undershirts to last until they couldn't fit anymore. When I did my L&D clinicals early 2014 I noticed they don't stock the rooms like used to and have big signs on the baby cart warning you not to take anything home. Even the mini formula bottles they give you. I'm hoping it was just the crappy hospital I was at though because all the extra stuff really helped.
I'm already a pro at peeing my pants. Before I finally got on medication (vesicare), I peed my pants once a month. Did all the tests, couldn't figure exactly why, I just don't have "normal" bladder sensation - so I can't feel the urge to go to the bathroom until it's an emergency. Not so fun when you're shopping. Stores that require a key to open the bathroom door are my worst enemy!
That first poop session after birth will make you want to kill yourself. There has to be a better way to get that stuff out.
I was terrified of the first go after my oldest. I was sure I was going to bust all of my stitches and die on the toilet. Death by poop
I swear i was in the bathroom for a good hour or so just trying to get it out. Omg the pain!
For all my soon to be c-section mommas(or even if you dont plan on having one do it anyway since you never know how it is going to turn out): bring a pillow! Afterwards it will feel like all of our insides are going to fall through your stitched incision. I guess I could describe it as a phantom hole. In fact, I recommend those boppy pilliows so you can have your baby in your lap and have that sort of "protection" against your abdomen.
Also I +1 the stealing everything. Sign saying you cant? Do it anyway. I wanted a lifetime supply of those mesh panties! The comfort is ridiculous.
And one more PSA for FTMs. After you have baby and want to bring it to some form of musical event, do NOT dance! I made that mistake, spit up everywhere! The looks from other people are disturbing and cleaning it up can be embarrassing.
All of this! The washable bed pad was a life saver (bed saver) post kiddo. Works as a damn good pad for for car sick puppy in my car now. C section mommas a pillow is your best friend for walking sneezing, coughing, laughing, moving, breathing and the car ride home between the horrid seat belt! The Belly band they wrap around your tummy is heaven. I couldn't function wo it. Felt like it held my inners inside. TAKE THE PAIN MEDS!! I was stubborn and waited til I wanted to die. Not a good choice.
If you plan to breastfeed and for some reason your baby has to stay (NICU). Pump or nurse before you go home. I didn't and was in tears waiting for DH to set up my pump. My boobs felt like they were going to explode!!
I'm already a pro at peeing my pants. Before I finally got on medication (vesicare), I peed my pants once a month. Did all the tests, couldn't figure exactly why, I just don't have "normal" bladder sensation - so I can't feel the urge to go to the bathroom until it's an emergency. Not so fun when you're shopping. Stores that require a key to open the bathroom door are my worst enemy!
I'm so naive, they have medicine for that?!?! I've always had this problem. When I have to go, I have to go like right meow. I never travel far from the bathroom and know where every one is from the time I enter a store or restaurant. Embarrassing is an understatement. I had tests as a kid and it was all inconclusive. I was just told I have weak bladder muscles. I pee even when I don't think I need to just to avoid said embarrassment.
I'm already a pro at peeing my pants. Before I finally got on medication (vesicare), I peed my pants once a month. Did all the tests, couldn't figure exactly why, I just don't have "normal" bladder sensation - so I can't feel the urge to go to the bathroom until it's an emergency. Not so fun when you're shopping. Stores that require a key to open the bathroom door are my worst enemy!
I'm so naive, they have medicine for that?!?! I've always had this problem. When I have to go, I have to go like right meow. I never travel far from the bathroom and know where every one is from the time I enter a store or restaurant. Embarrassing is an understatement. I had tests as a kid and it was all inconclusive. I was just told I have weak bladder muscles. I pee even when I don't think I need to just to avoid said embarrassment. <br/>
Oxubutinan too. I talked to my Dr about this and she said to make sure you have food in your belly and don't let caffeine be the first thing in your bladder or you starts you off on the wrong path. I changed it up and had less of a "NOW" Need.
I'm already a pro at peeing my pants. Before I finally got on medication (vesicare), I peed my pants once a month. Did all the tests, couldn't figure exactly why, I just don't have "normal" bladder sensation - so I can't feel the urge to go to the bathroom until it's an emergency. Not so fun when you're shopping. Stores that require a key to open the bathroom door are my worst enemy!
I'm so naive, they have medicine for that?!?! I've always had this problem. When I have to go, I have to go like right meow. I never travel far from the bathroom and know where every one is from the time I enter a store or restaurant. Embarrassing is an understatement. I had tests as a kid and it was all inconclusive. I was just told I have weak bladder muscles. I pee even when I don't think I need to just to avoid said embarrassment.
Yes! It seems to be genetic, my mom had the same problem. I had all the (awful, terrible) tests done about a year and a half ago. The bladder itself was fine, I don't drink any caffeine, etc, etc. They didn't think it would really work since it wasn't a weak bladder, technically, but they gave me a trial of Vesicare and it was my best friend until my BFP. Now I'm back to my old routine - mapping out bathroom locations and asking for the key as soon as I walk in the door.
mommakc we went way off base here but I recently found out, my dad has the same issue. I was helping him move and we had to pull over on the side of the road to pee. I mean, we were literally less than 5 mins from his new place. Urgent bathroom syndrome sucks!
FTM - you will briefly get to experience all that mommakc and I have enjoyed. Make sure you map out the rest stop accordingly.
Okay so not gonna lie all this stuff gives me slight panics. BUT keep it coming. All my friends have kids and they have just kept this shit to themselves.
That first poop session after birth will make you want to kill yourself. There has to be a better way to get that stuff out.
I can honestly and embarrassingly say I'm more scared of that first poop than the actual child birth part. I'm a ftm, I have a million other things to worry about. I need to calm the hell down with my poop fears. They are becoming irrational lol. It was the first thing I asked my sister when I saw her after she gave birth... "did you poop yet?"
That first poop session after birth will make you want to kill yourself. There has to be a better way to get that stuff out.
I can honestly and embarrassingly say I'm more scared of that first poop than the actual child birth part. I'm a ftm, I have a million other things to worry about. I need to calm the hell down with my poop fears. They are becoming irrational lol. It was the first thing I asked my sister when I saw her after she gave birth... "did you poop yet?"
I just wish ONE person had warned me beforehand. I felt that it is my doody (lol see what I did here ..duty) to tell my peeps to watch out for it. If I can help anyone avoid such an awful poop session like I had, I felt like I served my fellow moms well! There has to be something we can do to prepare for it. Drinking extra water like it is going out of style..laxative..something. The fear is real for me too lol.
I can honestly and embarrassingly say I'm more scared of that first poop than the actual child birth part. I'm a ftm, I have a million other things to worry about. I need to calm the hell down with my poop fears. They are becoming irrational lol. It was the first thing I asked my sister when I saw her after she gave birth... "did you poop yet?"
I just wish ONE person had warned me beforehand. I felt that it is my doody (lol see what I did here ..duty) to tell my peeps to watch out for it. If I can help anyone avoid such an awful poop session like I had, I felt like I served my fellow moms well! There has to be something we can do to prepare for it. Drinking extra water like it is going out of style..laxative..something. The fear is real for me too lol.
Yeah I plan on starting laxatives at the beginning of my 3rd trimester to prepare for this. OK I'm joking... I think...
Oh and if you have a c section...that first shower is the most terrifying experience of your life. The whole time you think your insides are just going to fall out on the floor. Oh and you're also shaking like a leaf the whole time. It's worse than pooping, imo.
C-section mamas, be ready for the nurses encouraging you to fart. I had so much air trapped in my abdomen I had shoulder pain that I thought was going to kill me. I will also be taking stool softeners in the days leading up to delivery. I also loved the mesh underwear.
Also, ALWAYS go pee before attending to your crying child. You can't predict when you will next be able to go, especially when you are stuck under a sleeping baby that you are terrified to wake up. I spent too many hours trying not to pee myself while rocking DD.
C-section mamas, be ready for the nurses encouraging you to fart. I had so much air trapped in my abdomen I had shoulder pain that I thought was going to kill me. I will also be taking stool softeners in the days leading up to delivery. I also loved the mesh underwear.
1) is the mesh panties an American thing? because I didn't get those delightful sounding things!!!
2) oh my gosh the shoulder pain. I've never wanted to fart so bad in my life.
ETA: why does this whole thing look like a quote? I broke it.
C-section mamas, be ready for the nurses encouraging you to fart. I had so much air trapped in my abdomen I had shoulder pain that I thought was going to kill me. I will also be taking stool softeners in the days leading up to delivery. I also loved the mesh underwear.
1) is the mesh panties an American thing? because I didn't get those delightful sounding things!!!
2) oh my gosh the shoulder pain. I've never wanted to fart so bad in my life.
ETA: why does this whole thing look like a quote? I broke it.
I forgot about the farting. I was also terrified that was going to hurt. Thank god it didnt.
C-section mamas, be ready for the nurses encouraging you to fart. I had so much air trapped in my abdomen I had shoulder pain that I thought was going to kill me. I will also be taking stool softeners in the days leading up to delivery. I also loved the mesh underwear.
Also, ALWAYS go pee before attending to your crying child. You can't predict when you will next be able to go, especially when you are stuck under a sleeping baby that you are terrified to wake up. I spent too many hours trying not to pee myself while rocking DD.
I've admittedly rushed to pee with baby attached to boob. That takes some serious one hand skills ..
I have also done this. I was also skilled enough to eat and nurse and only spilled on the baby once.
Oh, and watch that first let down after your milk comes in. I sprayed my daughter in the middle of the night and didn't even notice until the next morning.
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