Balance + Rest: C-section Recovery from an Experienced Mom of 3
Having three kiddos, you learn that no birth, baby or recovery is the same.
After giving birth to three babies all via C-section my postpartum looked similar but also different.
After my first baby and having an emergency section as well as having to deal with preeclampsia after labor it took a huge toll on me. I was dealing with hormones, pain and no sleep. Trying to breastfeed a baby and pumping to keep things going..
My second and third baby postpartum seemed to be more of an easier thing to balance because I made sure to ask for help.
“After my first baby and having an emergency section as well as having to deal with preeclampsia after labor it took a huge toll on me.”
I always communicated with my husband how I was feeling internally and when I needed a break. He was equally hands on helping with feeds, washing pump parts and bottles so they were always available. I made sure naps were a priority and that I would ask him to take over.
My main thing was getting out and about sooner than 4 weeks. I wanted to heal faster so walking around and getting fresh air healed the soul and the c section pain lol… not kidding.Days I could shower and do my hair and makeup made me feel 100 times better. I am thankful I made these changes after having my first baby because I didn’t let postpartum be a bad thing for me, it was more of a growing experience as a Mom. I love my babies they are such a blessings!
My Tips for You!
Ask for help - From your partner, your friends, your family.
Get out of the house quickly and get in the groove of your new routine
Go on walks with baby - soak in the sunshine!
Get ready for the day - makeup and hair are good for your mental health
Rest, the laundry will get done eventually
Involve dad in overnight baby care and washing bottles + pump parts
Author - Melissa Angervil
Melissa has been a postpartum doula and newborn
care specialist for more than 10 years. She supports
families in the postpartum period and beyond
providing Breastfeeding Support, Bottle feeding
basics, family support postpartum. She specializes
in twin & multiple care and is experienced with
preemie babies and post NICU care. Her goal is for
her clients to have a peaceful transition home. She
supports families of all parenting styles and
backgrounds.
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