As I shared in my previous blog, my baby boy was successfully delivered last week via Caesarean Section. A part of me still can't believe why I ended up in this situation as I was so careful with my entire pregnancy. Not to mention, all my lab results were good. Yet, it still happened, officially I am now a Mother!
The aftermath of operation.
Yes, I didn't experience that extreme labor but what I've been through is something I no longer want to be in a situation again. After hours at the operating room, that felt like I was slaughtered 🤣, a few more stays at the recovery room, finally I was wheeled in my bed. Feeling groggy, the strong feeling of nausea and the uncomfortable feeling. Longing for a drink but sadly I am not yet allowed! For the next ten hours, what I needed to do is to lay down flatly on the bed for medical reasons.
Thankfully my two sisters- in-law stayed overnight to take care of me and the baby. Such a huge help! Yet, the next day, it was only me and my niece who were left. Though I could get up and sit, I was still a little bit groggy. Still with an IV where all the medicines are administered and catered. My movements were really limited. The stitches hurt and the baby cries from time to time. I was stressed, exhausted and frustrated as I don't yet have milk to breastfeed my baby.
Also as I mentioned, my baby needs to be medicated for a week since he already poops in my tummy. Seeing those fragile hands with hip-lock attached makes me want to cry. If only I could take the medication instead I would so I could free him from pain.
The first week of challenges and struggles.
The OB-GYNE and his Pediatrician decided to discharge us the next day. Yet, I need to continue his medication. It was two antibiotics for morning and night. That means, I have to visit the hospital everyday during those hours.
That would be five long days! Our first night at home was also not that easy. How can I move freely on bed with the stitches on my tummy? Adding the baby feeling uncomfortable as he may be in pain because of those hip-lock?
From his hands it was transferred to his feet as it was more safer , less movement and more convenient. Yet, the procedure was so heartbreaking as the nurse tried twice before it was successful. Finding vein for a newborn was a challenge. I almost couldn't bear looking and hearing my baby cry because of pain? 😥
Breastfeeding was stressful
Breast milk is best for babies but what if you can't produce? It was day two and there was no milk supply yet. Done drinking the supplement my OB prescribed but still no sign.
Just let the baby latch, eventually you will produce milk. This is the correct position and proper way of feeding the baby. The nurse advised me as I raised my concern.
Truth, on the third day, I successfully fed my baby! It was so fulfilling!
How are you Les? How's your sleep? Some colleagues asked me.
For someone whose sleeping is a must, I didn't expect that I can survive days without proper rest! Two hours sleep at night at times.
Sleep when the baby sleeps! As much as I want I can't as my body clock is still adjusting. Perhaps in the next few weeks.
Things become better, medication done.
Finally, after five long days, the hip-lock was removed, antibiotics shots were completed. Baby's feet were freed from the syringe, and he was in pain!
Tummy time and getting him to burp was much easier, he felt more relaxed 😆.
Sad to know, I got a problem with my stitches. Think it was due to travelling daily, going back to the hospital and taking care of the baby alone. (A portion opened though not alarming! I already consulted from my OB-gyne.)
Of course it hurts, but I somehow feel better now! Just one thing I realized, I think I am okay with my unico hijo 😆. Getting pregnant and experiencing that again was something I no longer wanted! Or it could be if the husband is here to take care of me! NO way I would deliver a baby again alone!
However, just staring at my boy, seeing his cute smiles? I can say to myself, it was worth it Les!
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You will forget what sleep is, once you become a mother 😌😛. But worth all your sacrifices upon looking at Chaleb♥️.
I want at least six hours of sleep!
Forget about it😛🤣
I'm sorry you had to go through all that pain sis. Gla dyou are feeling better now and I hope you'd recover fast and your baby too
Thanks sis! I am getting there
There'll be more challenges madam, it's just the beginning hehe .
Worth the effort Naman .
Congrats again
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Sinabi mo pa madam! Mas stress pa mag alaga Ng baby kaysa mag work 😂
Your next, right? 🤣😂😅
Ano ba yan, ako ang naiistress for you. 😣 Regardless, congrats on the new arrival. Feel better soonest para mas maenjoy ang cutie patootie!
It was and nakakadala siya 😬
Sulit naman yan pag nakita mo na lumalaki na si baby. Tapos pag mas malaki na cia, yung tipong nagpapasaway na, ibang usapan na. lol
Haha, masabi na sarap ibalik sa tiyan? 😁.
I hope things continue to get better for you and baby.
Sleep? It's been almost 18 years since I had my old sleep. Obviously not a mother and hope this doesn't strike fear in you, hehe. I learned early on that 5 hours of sleep is incredible long time. Your body will adjust to your new sleep patterns once you get your maximum sleep time.
It's a sacrifice that is all worth it. May the coming days treat you well 😊
Haha, I used to sleep at least 6hrs a day in order to be productive 😂,
Now I am okay at least four 😁
I wish everything goes very well with both of you, it's hard, but later on you adapt, congratulations @lhes for the blessing of having him with you, a hug.
I am slowly adapting!
hahahaha now marse nagets mo na why ayaw ko na talaga
Ang cute mo baby! Pagaling ka marse at magkukulit pa yan lalo habang lumilipas ang mga araw
Haha oo marse! Di bale na wala girl ah😂.
Ayon one month yata bago natanggal gauzebsa tiyan ko saka excess sinulid sa tahi 😬
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And there he is, so sweet.
I look at my own two boys, now young men, it was well worth it @lhes.
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Two boys! I can imagine how they are during na the toddler years.😁
Congratulations to you and your partner and congrats too for breastfeeding successfully. The first few days are the hardest but I'm glad you persevered. I breastfed my son exclusively for almost 3 years. Anyway, take as much rest as you can and take care 😃
It was hard, especially when alone.
I was hoping I could breastfeed him until two years at least
I was alone too, without help from relatives or helpers. My husband worked long hours too. So yes, it is hard but you'll be fine 🙏
angcuteeeee... ninang witty!
alam mo baby, bago ka pa makagamit ng selpon baka may social media ka na din via kay mommy lhes. 😆
facebook photo album ba o physical photo album? 😁
Haha, I was thinking iyong parang book bind na photo album for important milestone.
Di na ako masyado mag cell phone 😁
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The first few days are always an ordeal. And the first weeks too:) But gradually it will get easier. If you still have strength, try to remember this difficult time, because it will not happen again. Tiredness often prevents us from fully realising the new happiness.
The baby boy is absolutely beautiful!
I can only imagine the struggle you have been but glad your baby is now out of the hip lock and hope your wound heals fast. You have a beautiful boy❤️ Congrats again sis!
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Omg, you got discharged the next day tapos pa balik2 ka pa sa hospital with CS tahi ka pa dyan sa baba? I cannot do that. I can't imagine myself pa balik2 alone with a baby with my CS. grabeh you did it but truth, kung mag solo taking care of the baby wag na ako umulit. 10 days hospital ako sa 1st baby and 5 days naman sa second baby. i was well-pampered dito sa hospital kahit na mag isa lang ako most of the time.
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Painful it was but just seeing him smile,.was enough to console the physical pains I felt
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