My friend in San Francisco challenged me to try these Conquerer virtual challenges. I tried to sign up for Athens with them, but it's not available. We decided to sign up for Rome. I didn't know how much I was walking in a day, so I put my timeline for completing it in one year. Come to find out, I'm walking at least a mile a day at work and was able to complete this challenge in an easy month. They send you these heavy-duty medals in the mail once you've completed the challenge. This was my first one. I don't know what the coin slot is for yet. I'm still fat, so I signed up for Dublin, and I'm 8% done with it so far. (Transylvania and Athens are still in lockdown until they open again). Having a baby (that almost unalived me & baby) changed my body so much. I used to be such a fit gym rat. This is me slowly trying to get back to that lifestyle again. @the_conqueror_challenges Oh...I picked to remove plastic bottles from the ocean as my challenge. #conquerorchallenge #Rome #firstchallenge #conqueror #fitness #challenged #virtualchallenge #medal #venividivici #severepreeclampsiasurvivor #hellpsyndromesurvivor #paosurgery #hipdysplasia #nicusurvivors #postpartum #diastisrecti #plastic #oceans #trees #emergencycesarean
No matter how many times I hear this, it bothers me every time. People casually bring up another baby without knowing how profoundly deep my trauma runs. My trauma makes the thought of another pregnancy unbearable, and someone insinuating that I should have another baby makes me feel like they think I should suffer again. #birthtrauma #maternalmentalhealth #maternalmentalhealthawarness #birthptsd #postpartumptsd #familysize #maternalhealth #preeclampsia #HELLPsyndrome #prolapsedcord #IUGR #preemie #PPROM #prematureruptureofmembranes #emergencycsection #emergencycesarean #csection #urgentcsection #shoulderdystocia #cordcompression #ectopicpregnancy #infantloss #miscarriage #placentaprevia #eclampsia #deepveinthrombosis #pregnancycomplications #postpartumhemorrhage #postpartumpulmonaryembolism #pregnancyhypertension
May is always a big month for me. It's not only AAPI (Asian American and Pacific Islander) Heritage Month. Surprise! I'm a secret Asian. Not so secret, I let people know they just don't want to believe me until I show them photos of my family. Biracial people exist, silly. It's also pre-eclampsia and HELLP Syndrome Awareness Month. I don't have cancer, but this is sorta like cancer as I'll have to live with it the rest of my life. I got it during pregnancy. It forced my daughter to be born three months early. She had a couple of months NICU stay, I fought with the trying to stay alive before and after the removed her by emergency cesarean. Luckily for us, she only needed a blood transfusion, and I got off with liver and thyroid damage. The alternative was death for both of us. Even though my case is rare, it's nice to have this information out there for women who are interested in having kids. She's my miracle baby and the only one I'll be able to have. Doctors have told me any more is unsafe for me because of the HELLP Syndrome. #hellpsyndromesurvivor #nicugraduate #pandemicbaby #severepreecclampsia #alive #valkyriearts #aapi #hipdysplasia #paosurgery #emergencycesarean #gonethroughtheringer #momsofinstagram
It's maternal mental health awareness week and though you do not have to have a traumatic birth to have a perinatal mental illness it is definitely a trigger and potential cause. A few weeks ago I shared about my birth reflections appointment and I asked my audience to share their experiences. Thank you to all the wonderful and brave mothers who shared with me. I hear you and I see you. I got so many responses and this is just a few of them, there was a lot of themes and I will be sharing more in due course. Love to all that have experienced or been effected by birth trauma and to anyone who has been or is effected by maternal mental illness. Together we are stronger ❤️ Please feel free to share your experiences in the comments and please remember these experiences may be different to yours, this is a small selection of people and is by no means an exhaustive list. #mindfullymakingit #maternalmentalhealthawarenessweek #perinatalmentalhealth #maternalmhmatters #birthtraumahealing #birthtraumaawareness #postnatalmentalhealth #postnatalanxiety #pnd #intrusivethoughts #hampshiremums #southamptonmums #winchestermums #farehammums #motherhoodsupport #matrescence #matrescencematters #emergencycesarean #healingfromtrauma #csectionrecovery
There is no way to prepare for an urgent or emergent cesarean birth. On February 17th I had a grade 2 “urgent” c-section birth. Due to my baby’s condition deteriorating (severe fetal compromise that is not immediately life-threatening) we were rushed to the emergency room for a “quick spinal anesthesia” so we could get baby out in 20min or less. It was a whirlwind. My son’s heart rate became unstable, with decelerations that were not improving. My body wasn’t opening up fast enough for delivery to be imminent. I knew it that moment it wasn’t about my birth plan anymore. I remember looking at my husband as I gave consent for major abdominal surgery I did not expect, nor want. “This is HIS BIRTH, not mine” I said. The final step in my surrender to motherhood. I am a c-section mom. I have a beautiful baby boy because I am a c-section mom. *for reference, an “emergency c section” requires general anesthesia, occurring in 5 minutes or less, and takes place when there is immediate threat to the life of the mother or fetus #cesareanawarenessmonth #cesareanbirth #cesareanbirthisbirth #cesareansection #cesareanrecovery #cesareanwithoutfear #urgentcesarean #emergencycesarean #csection #csectionawarenessmonth #csectionmama #csectionscar #csectionmom #csectionbirth #unplannedcsection
𝗗𝗲𝗰𝗹𝗮𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗖-𝘀𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗠𝗼𝗺𝘀 𝟭. My c-section birth is a unique way of bringing my baby into the world. 𝟮. I am surrounded by a skilled and caring team who will ensure a safe and positive c-section experience. 𝟯. I trust in the wisdom of my body and the expertise of my medical team to make the best decisions for me and my baby. 𝟰. My baby's arrival through c-section is just as miraculous and deserving of celebration as any other birth. 𝟱. I embrace this alternative path and know that it is the right choice for the well-being of my baby and myself. 𝟲. I am strong and resilient, and my c-section birth does not diminish my ability to bond deeply with my baby. 𝟳. I am supported and loved throughout my c-section journey, and I am grateful for the care and compassion I receive.
Just barely made it to tell my c-section story as C-Section Awareness Month comes to a close. #csectionawarenessmonth #csectionawareness #csection #csectionmom #cesarean #emergencycesarean #emergencycsection #traumaticbirth #birthtrauma #birthtraumaawareness #childbirth #birthstory #traumaticcsection #laboranddelivery #preeclampsia #preeclampsiasurvivor #hellpsyndrome #hellpsyndromesurvivor #failedvbac #repeatcsection #csectionawareness #cesareanawareness #tolac #failedtolac #vbac #birth #motherhood #womenshealth #maternalhealth #maternaloutcomesmatter
Have you ever heard someone tell their birth story using the phrase “emergency cesarean”? This phrase brings a lot of scary images to mind, but by definition the term “emergency cesarean” only means it was not planned in advance of labor. The majority of cesareans happen after cascading medical interventions, followed by a calm conversation stating “we have done all we can do” or “it looks like you are getting really tired.” A cesarean birth, whether expected or unplanned, offers unique challenges and circumstances for you and your baby. It is helpful to recognize that a cesarean birth is still a birth, and you can prepare in advance by including plans for a birth on your terms, even when it occurs in the operating room. Need help making a cesarean birth plan? Let’s talk. Cesarean or Vaginal Birth Planning special. $55 for a session booked by May 1st! Can be used at any time in 2024. #delawaredoula #cesarean #virtualconsultations #cesareanawareness #emergencycesarean #csection #virtualeducation #delawarebeaches #joy #class #Postpartumplan #planning #pregnancy #childbirth #birth #pregnant #baby #lamaze #online #education #doula #Delaware #birthplan
Cesarean Awareness Month 🩷 Our beautiful Lily was born last month by emergency c section, I thought I was prepared but from the first photo I’ve chosen, I think I can safely say from the scared look in my face that nothing could have prepared me. But I’d do it all over again. Always. I’ll never forget realising something wasn’t right, hearing the beeps of the machine, the look on my midwife’s face, the dr came in to talk to us and for me there was no questioning it, just get my baby girl out safe. If I’m ever able to have another baby, I’d choose a c section and I’m absolutely confident in that choice. Although it was an emergency, they made it as calm as possible for me and I’ll not forget that, they were all so lovely and looked after me so well and now our little Lils is here! But it doesn’t come without it’s trauma and it’s certainly been a difficult journey for us to process 🩷 🏷️ #cesereanawarenessmonth #section #csection #csectionawarenessmonth #csectionmama #csectionrecovery #csectionrecovery #csectionmom #csectionmum #csectionbirth #ceserianbirth #ceseriansection #emergencycesarean
Today was a hard day, an important day, a day of forgiveness and the start of a new chapter. On the 4th of February 2022 I had an emergency cesarean with my second baby after an absolute storm of a labour. It was my 2nd unplanned/emergency cesarean and experience of traumatic birth. It wasn't as traumatic as my first, mainly because I got to hold her straight away, and I was lucid, I fell madly in love, and I had some tea and bloody toast. It was, however, not what I wanted, not what I spent 9 months planning and fighting for. The midwife we saw today assured me I did amazing and that a baby going from the ideal position to back to back and me going from 3 to 8cm in less an hour was not an easy ride. That mixed with warning signs of a uterine rupture, what happened happened. I don't feel healed, but I feel more ready to do the trauma work with my wonderful NHS therapist now. Birth trauma is complicated and different things affect people. Whatever happened your trauma is valid. Here are a few things I recommend people stop staying to those who have experienced a traumatic birth. - At least you had a healthy baby - I had an epidural, so I don't really feel like I gave birth either (this ones specific when talking to those who had cesareans) - Birth trauma isn't real trauma (yes I've actually heard that) Love and understanding as always ❤️ #mindfullymakingit #birthtraumarecovery #birthtraumahealing #birthtraumaawareness #birthtrauma #emergencycesarean #cesareanrecovery #cesareanawarenessmonth #caesarean #vbacjourney #traumatherapy #cpsd #emdr #mindfulnessformums #hampshiremums
Having a Cesarean section does NOT mean you cannot bond with your baby. Skin to skin is still the best way to start the bonding process immediately following birth (if possible)!♥️🙌 #InternationalCesareanAwarenessmonth #cesareanawareness #informedbirth #VBAC #csectionbirth #emergencycesarean #bellybirth
theheavyweightmidwife If you are plus size and you have a caesarean birth, it is particularly important that you to look after your wound to prevent infection while you’re healing. You will be given antibiotics at the time of your surgery, but you can also do lots to care for your body & promote your healing process. You’ll have a dressing on your wound for the first few days. Once that is removed (by your midwife usually) I strongly suggest you get a mirror and get a phone camera, to get familiar with your wound and monitor your healing process. Have a look & take photos- it’ll make it less scary. It is important for your healing to keep your wound clean & dry. Wash it gently with warm water and pat dry with a fresh, dry, clean towel. Using a hairdryer that has a cold air setting can help with drying too. Getting lots of air circulating to your wound is v important- for anyone, but particular if you have an ‘apron’ belly, this probably means lying on your side (cuddling with your baby!) and finding positions which mean the awkward area right at the bottom of your abdomen, where the incision is, can be exposed. Your midwife will check your wound - in hospital & at home- but keep taking pics to monitor progress if you’re concerned. Your scar should not ooze, gape, give off a bad smell, feel hot to touch, or have particular areas of extreme tenderness. Always ask and get checked if you are concerned or feel unwell or feverish. ❤️ Join the Heavyweight Midwife Group on Facebook for everything you need for a happy healthy plus size pregnancy and birth! ❤️ Tap the link in my bio ❤️ #cesarean #caesarean #plussizecesarean #plussizecaesarean #electivecesarean #electivecaesarean #plussizepregnancy #emergencycaesarean #pregnancy #pregnant #duein2024 #genderreveal #babyshower #midwife #obgyn #gestationaldiabetes #emergencycesarean #babybump #plussizebump #plussizeandpregnant
What language do you resonate with regarding your delivery? (And yes, you DID give birth!) Comment down below to share which term you use or which term learned! ⬇️⬇️⬇️ #csectionawareness #csection #cesareanawarenessmonth #csectionawarenessmonth #csectionmoms #cesarean #bellybirth #emergencycsection #emergencycesarean
Unplanned c-sections happen everyday. They don't need to be a bad experience but can be a turn in the road you didn't see coming. I found this wonderful poem by Adriel Booker that I wanted to share. Sending love to anyone who is recovering from an unplanned c-section. Take care of yourself. T H E 🤍 L I N E This line across my belly – It represents a change of plans. It represents disappointment, loss, A last minute bend in the road. It represents overwhelming delight. This line across my belly – It represents a new beginning. It represents hope, anticipation, The start of a new season, The end of yearning. This line across my belly – It represents a decision to move forward. It represents sadness, love, A voice of reason, a whisper of faith. This line across my belly – It represents a deep satisfaction, An unquenchable happiness. It’s the scar of new life, The mark of strength and endurance. It’s an ugly battle wound, a brilliant medal. It’s elation, it’s treasure, It’s pleasure, it’s bliss. This line across my belly – It’s a reminder of resilience, of the answer, The will to bounce back. It’s jagged, yet beautiful… Numb and alive. It’s mine, it’s ours. This line across my belly – It’s a gift, It’s grace. This line is yours… My heart, my joy.
A c-section was not a part of my plan. I didn’t think for a minute I would end up having a C-section giving birth. I didn’t think any less of women who gave birth via c-sections—it just wasn’t something I thought I would have, especially for my first baby. Did you think some of these thoughts? Let me know in the comments below ⬇️⬇️⬇️ #csection #csectionmoms #csectionawarenessmonth #csectionmama #csectionmom #cesarean #cesareanbirth #cesareanawarenessmonth #emergencycsection #emergencycesarean
If you’re in this space it’s not a surprise that birth trauma rates are increasing. And the trauma doesn’t discriminate by type of birth (v@ginal, scheduled c-section, or unplanned c-section). But there have been many women who have described their unplanned c-sections as traumatic and researchers are wanting to further understand and learn how to provide better care. If you’re wanting to participate in this specific study from UMass, please go to the links below for more information. https://birthtraumastudyinfo.tiiny.site/ https://birthtraumafactsheet.tiiny.site/ If you had an unplanned c-section did you have birth trauma?
These medications are routinely offered to women in labour here in BC. Morphine with Gravol in early labour Fentanyl, nitrous oxide or epidurals in active labour. 🔹️Morphine risks include nausea, vomiting, dizziness, and sleepiness. And this drug is passed through the placenta to baby. If used too close to birth, it can cause breathing and heart rate issues in baby. 🔹️Gravol also causes sleepiness and comes with the same risks if given too close to birth for baby. 🔹️Fentanyl can cause sleepiness, and it can cause your breathing to slow, requiring oxygen. It can also cause nausea and itchiness. For your baby, the drug crosses into the placenta and can cause sleepiness, decreased heart rate, and trouble breathing. 🔹️Nitrous oxide can cause light headedness, drowsiness, and nausea. 🔹️Epidural (contains a local anesthetic like bupivacaine, chloroprocaine, or lidocaine, in combination with narcotics like fentanyl or sufentanil) Risks for mom: 🔸️Headache for several days 🔸️Uncommon risks are difficulty breathing or thinking, allergic reaction, temporary nerve damage 🔸️Rare risks are infection in the brain or spinal cord, permanent nerve damage 🔸️Extremely rare risks are bleeding around the spinal cord, permanent paralysis, or even cardiac arrest 🔸️Without pain, the woman's oxytocin levels drop and contractions space out, and they are given pitocin, which causes strong unnatural contractions. Risks for baby: 🔸️Decreased heart rate, as well pitocin can cause decels during the strong contractions, which often leads to emergency cesarean. 🔸️Difficulty pushing effectively, resulting in possible forceps/vacuum delivery. 🔸️Some medication does pass through the placenta and can cause the same risks of distress. All these drugs (except nitrous oxide) can impair initiating breastfeeding and bonding. #epidural #birth #doula #epiduralrisks #iamthewave #emergencycesarean #labourpain #labourpainmanagement #childbirth #painmanagementinbirth #naturalbirth #
I was entirely unprepared for how my daughter's birth unfolded. Her day started with a sweep and stretch the day before, which got things rolling within hours. I knew nothing about natural, physiological birth before these events. I was under the impression you just go to the hospital and have your baby when contractions reach 511. I arrived only 3-4 cm dilated. Spent a few hours walking around before they admitted me at 4-5 cm. I labored between the floor, bath, and shower. I felt like I was suffering due to the back labour feeling like someone was trying to break my spine from the inside. My midwife broke my water at 8cm, and things went downhill from there. I reached full dilation, pushed on my back for 4 hours, and my daughter was stuck. They called in an OB. I puffed on gas and felt so messed up, and i screamed as the OB put two hands in me to pull apart and see the baby. I felt so violated. From the gas, I couldn't seem to process any coherent thoughts, as the OB discussed do a trial of forceps before going for a Cesarean. I pushed with all my might through the contractions on the way to the OR,hoping I could avoid everything. On my side, while I got the spinal block, I felt one last contraction and my body pushed so much fluid out that I believe baby could've adjusted. They trialed forceps but said they couldn't get a grasp and went on to an 'emergency' cesarean. The only moment of this ordeal that felt any beauty was my daughter first cry. They put her on my chest for 30 seconds before her and my husband were whisked away due to some surgical issue. They called in a second surgeon to help with a mistake the first made, and I was alone with all these strangers, not knowing if my life were in danger. They finally closed me up with stapled due to me starting to feel more sensations, and moved me into recovery for an hour, where the first surgeon came to me and told me I would not be able to have a natural birth ever due to an extension on the uterine incision. I could barely process anything, let alone such a life altering message. My daughter was born at 8:05pm and I finally got to see her again around 11pm. I knew I couldn't let what
So This Is Three Months Postpartum 🤯 What I have learnt during my whole experience : • A woman’s body truly is AMAZING • I am stronger than I thought • A strong foundation will really pull you through anything (Body&Mind) • Hormones are NO joke • Random cries are okay • My body will never be the same, but that doesn’t have to necessarily be a bad thing • Scars are signs of strength • PTSD doesn’t mean I’m weak • NHS needs more support • Better care is scarily needed on maternity and labour wards • Unconditional love is a real thing • Watching the man you love with a baby you both created is something extraordinary • Self care is not selfish but essential • I am more disciplined and determined than I thought • Pilates and Yoga really is a life saver • It’s okay to ask for Help - humbling realisation that I can’t do it all on my own and that’s ok • Knowledge is power • More voices and better investments need to be heard and made to make a big needed change in the NHS maternity ward services • Family, Friends and The Perfect Partner has been gold to me • TMI is now the norm 😜 Biggest questions I have got is about my birthing story and how to get a strong core back, I am not completely sure if I will ever be able to talk about my birthing story (On social) as it’s hard to talk about it with loved ones still, however I will definitely be posting soon about how I regained strength after a unplanned Category, One Emergency C-section. I don’t think enough information is out there about what to do postpartum on an unplanned scary Category, One Emergency C-section, so if I can post a little to help - happy to 🤍
📸☁️The moment I became a mummy of 2. It’s safe to say, I didn’t have the most amazing birth experiences that’s for sure, truthfully it wasn’t the best. Lots of things happened that were beyond my control and a lot of “my plans” went out of the window. However the main thing is, Louie & I are here safely and I’m forever grateful for that. However the moment, my son was placed in my arms for the very first time I knew it was all entirely worth it, and it was a moment that was just unforgettable, it brought back so many emotions and memories of when I did this with Morgan. Becoming a mummy of 2 beautiful boys is something that I cannot begin to describe, they certainly have kept me on my toes the past 6 days, they’ve made me stronger, wiser & braver that for sure. Even though I didn’t believe that was quite possible. The emotions after birth is next level postpartum is hard, with so many highs and lows. I’ve cried, I’ve laughed, I’ve finally showered after 5 days not showering 😩😳 - I’ve taken a small amount of time for self care to make myself feel even so slightly better. But truthfully recovering from an emergency caesarean, is the hardest. Being unable to participate in daily activities, and being vulnerable & sore 99.9% of the time, after having major surgery. Is a lot Yano😳🥹🩵🌍☁️🫧🧸 I’m beyond grateful, and I’m beyond words to even write to you all how I’m feeling right now, it’s a whirlwind of emotions, I just know I absolutely adore being their mummy & I’m so excited to see where our journey takes us. It was a look of relief knowing he was here safely, knowing that I finally after 9 months long, waited for this very special moment 🥹 9 months of growing this beautiful little pickle & now I can stare at him all day long ☁️🌍 #babyishere #babyishere😍 #ｂａｂｙｉｓｈｅｒｅ #baby #birthannouncement #birthannouncements #babyboy #babyboy💙 #breastfedbaby #breastfeedingmama #formula #formulababy #combifeedingsupport #csection #csectionmama #csectionmom #csectionbirth #emergencycesarean #emergencycsection #cesarean #cesareanrecovery #recovery #babynumber2 #babynumber2ontheway #babyishere #boymama💙 #boymamalife #boymama #boymom #boymeetsworld #boymomma
Sometimes in life you do everything right - and I mean *absolutely everything* - and things still go to shit. Sometimes it feels as though your life is something that is happening to you, and instead of being an active player you feel as if you've somehow been relegated to the sidelines. Sometimes as things begin to unravel you do everything in your power to maintain some semblance of "control," even as you suddenly become acutely aware that control was an illusion all along. Sometimes the "best outcome" is using your last vestiges of energy to salvage some tiny shreds of the hopes and dreams you'd had for yourself, as you shift to accommodate the chaos and the trauma consuming and enveloping you as it unfolds. Sometimes the best laid plans can't hold back the nightmares. Sometimes the best we can hope for is the knowledge that we did everything right, everything in our power, that we fought to the bitter end. And sometimes, if we're really lucky, we also have a soft place to land. #birth #birthstory #birthtrauma #birthtraumavisibility #birthtraumamatters #cesarean #emergencycesarean #patientadvocacy #patientcarematters #labouranddeliverynurses #saskatoon #saskatooning #yxe #yxeliving
💠 Π. Ν.: Ένα αντανακλαστικό πέραν κάθε λογικής που αποδείχθηκε σωτήριο. Και δύο μαχητές, στην κυριολεξία: μια μέλλουσα μητέρα κι ένα έμβρυο 35 βδομάδων και 4 ημερών που πάλεψε για να κρατηθεί ζωντανό! Μπήκαν στο νοσοκομείο για έναν τυπικό έλεγχο. Οι εξετάσεις άριστες τόσο για το έμβρυο όσο και για τη μητέρα. Κάτι μέσα μου όμως επιμένει. Επιμένω να τους κρατήσουν μήπως έχουμε αποκόλληση. «Δίχως αίμα ή πόνο, με τέτοιους παλμούς; 3 φορές παγκοσμίως τα τελευταία 50 χρόνια έχει συμβεί αυτό που λέτε, σε σας θα τύχει;» με ρωτάνε. «Κρατήστε την», επιμένω, «μισή ώρα μόνο». Και σε αυτή τη μισή ώρα σώθηκε μια ζωή. 💠 Κ. ΜΠ.: «Είχε άγιο αυτό το παιδί! Μπήκα στο νοσοκομείο για έναν προληπτικό έλεγχο, κι ο αναλυτικός υπέρηχος έδειξε ότι όλα ήταν τέλεια. Ο πλακούντας, το μωρό κλώτσαγε, οι παλμοί του 175. Εγώ είχα απλώς κάποιες συσπάσεις. Eτοιμάζονται να με πάνε στο δωμάτιο. Ο κος Νικολαΐδης επιμένει: «Μην τη βγάζετε από τον καρδιοτοκογράφο. Σας παρακαλώ, μισή ώρα ακόμα… Κι εκεί που είναι όλα καλά, βλέπω τους παλμούς τους παιδιού να πέφτουν κατακόρυφα, 50, 40… Πανικόβλητη η προϊσταμένη δίνει οδηγίες, επαναφέρει τους παλμούς στους 120. Ξαναπέφτουν… Μου λέει ο γιατρός μου: «Μη στεναχωριέσαι, παιδί μου, αλλά πρέπει να μπούμε χειρουργείο για καισαρική. Θα πάνε όλα καλά!» Και πήγαν! Το παιδί μας γεννήθηκε γερό και δυνατό 2.800, κι ας είχε πιεί 1 κιλό αίμα. Γιατί παρότι ο πλακούντας ήταν φυσιολογικός, απόλυτα κλειστός, εκείνο πνιγόταν. Ως εκ θαύματος, το έσωσε ο γιατρός με την επιμονή του να μείνω στον καρδιοτοκογράφο ένα ακόμα μισάωρο. Και το μαγικό ήταν ότι είχε δίκιο. Σταθήκαμε τυχεροί που είχαμε τον κο Νικολαΐδη, δεν ξέρω πώς, η εμπειρία, οι γνώσεις, το ένστικτο, όλα μαζί, έσωσαν το αγοράκι που σφίγγουμε τώρα στην αγκαλιά μας. Πόσα ευχαριστώ να πει κανείς; ΠΕΤΡΟΣ ΝΙΚΟΛΑΪΔΗΣ M.D. PhD. Καθηγητής Γυναικολογίας-Μαιευτικής Παν/μίου Δυτ. Αττικής Ειδικός Εμβρυομητρικής Ιατρικής Παν/μίου Imperial College 📍Σωρού 3-5, Μαρούσι | ☎️ 2106199000 🌐 https://petrosnikolaidis.gr/ 📧 [email protected] #drnikolaidis #ultrasound #γυναικολόγος #birthwithoutfear #StrongAsABaby #placentalabruption #emergencycesarean #consciousbaby #matternity #skintoskin
Yesterday was quite an unexpected, but exciting adventure. On February 6th, 2024, we welcomed our new daughter to the world via emergency cesarean.🥹💖🏥 Her name is Naminé for the White Witch in Kingdom Hearts 2. Still cementing a middle name however. Hehe At 34 weeks and 6 days, Naminé was only 4lbs and 8oz at birth, but as you can see, she is truly tiny, but MIGHTY!👶🏼💪🏻🎀✨️ Her lungs are strong, her reflexes are perfect, and she only needs a single IV to recover blood sugar levels, which have completely come back to normal already.☺️ We will most likely be here until Thursday evening or Friday morning at the latest. And for now she does still have to be in the NICU but we are going to see her for bonding time every chance we can get. I can't believe she's already here. 🥰😍🥹🥹❤️ #preemiebaby #emergencycesarean #34weeks6days #babygirlishere #februarybaby2024 #girlmom #welcometotheworld #follow #punkstonermom
Remaining mindful for one's own sake is one thing, but a sacrificial vigilance to serve others is quite another. Up until recently, I had experienced this only in a general sense through striving to regularly assess how my actions positively or negatively affected my family, my friendships, and my neighbor. This awareness heightened upon marrying Joe, as being inseparable and one flesh within our covenant called me to consider this on an even deeper level. But nothing - absolutely NOTHING - compares to the wakefulness to which God called me on Jan. 12 when we discovered our sweet Mary existed. In the blink of an eye, God had entrusted us with a helpless physical body to nourish, an eternal soul to disciple, and an impressionable heart to love. Joe is impacted by everything I do, yes, but even he, as a nearly 40-year-old man with his vast experience and wisdom, does not depend on me for his every need and to learn right from wrong. Realizing we were suddenly responsible for this precious new life was incredibly terrifying and exhilarating. The wonder of it all motivated me to soberly reexamine everything about myself throughout my pregnancy in preparation for her arrival. Then God unveiled quite the plot twist with my worsening condition and subsequent bed rest in July and August, my severe preeclampsia diagnosis, emergency cesarean at 34 weeks, and our daughter's three-week NICU stay. While I intend to explore more thoroughly the entire experience in my next blog post, I'll say here that this humbling and refining journey revealed another dimension to living awake. Through these events, the Lord taught me that I was not necessarily entitled to "normal" - that to be truly alert means embracing the possibility that things may not unfold as expected, and to nonetheless respond with courage and faith even when they don't. #Awake2023 | Part 3/4
It is such an amazing thing to witness a belly birth, despite that most people dread and avoid them at all costs. The cesarean births I've witnessed have been some of the most beautiful births I've been a part of so far. Today I want to look down at that scar I bear and be thankful. Thankful that my babies were safely delivered in an emergent situation. Thankful that the technology exists when it is necessary to save a mom or baby's life. And thankful that I get to show mamas how beautiful the births of their babies are inside of the OR. #cesareansection #csection #cesareansectionday #ICAN #cesareanbirth #bellybirth #emergencycesarean #cordprolapsesurvivor
We’re hard enough on ourselves. Let’s let go of just a pinch 🤏 of the guilt 🥰 # #healyourbirth #birthtraumastories #birthgrief #traumaticbirthrecovery #mamawithtrauma #emergencycesarean #postpartumptsd #birthrecovery #postpartumcoach #birthtraumaisreal #birthtraumaawareness #postnatalmentalhealth #traumaticbirth #perinatalmooddisorders #birthtraumaawareness #birthtrauma #birthstories #emergencycsection #birthtrauma #postpartumrecovery
Happy New Year Furfriends…….. I’m going into 2024 as a new big brother 🥳♥️ . . . . #newborn #newyear #happynewyear2024 #bigfurbrother #newbaby #babyboy #28122023 #emergencycesarean #rescuedog #dogstrust #dogstrustevesham #akita #crossbreed #bigears #protectivestyle #protectivefamilydog
For what we often define as the A type personality, motherhood can be the ultimate test. We’ve been conditioned to measure our worthiness in good grades and hustling and pay rises and praise, and then all of a sudden, you’re pregnant or trying to be. Hard work no longer leads to success, and any perceived failures of not doing motherhood the “right” way can feel jarring at best and crippling at worst. Here, @kaseyedwardswriter speaks so beautifully about trying to do motherhood the “right” way and feeling like a failure instead. Loving pregnancy, hating pregnancy, vaginal birth, induced labour, cesarean section, breastfeeding, bottle feeding, tube feeding, the list goes on. Motherhood looks different for everyone, and no two paths are the same. Let this incredible episode with Kasey Edwards serve as your reminder that you’re not alone, you’re doing it right and you’re anything but a failure.
Sweet Angel Baby Noah 👼🏽 born:8/15/23 EDD:10/14/23 Mom was at her NST appointment when baby’s heart rate kept dropping, she was rushed to W&I where she had a crash C-Section, Noah was delivered in minutes, then sent to the NICU. Once mom was out of recovery she went to the NICU. That’s where she spent most of her time skipping meals and her medication times to be by his side. Noah was a little over 3lbs but so strong, he always knew when his mommy was there 💙 His mom spent time pumping and adding her milk to his fridge in the NICU. His mom noticed he wasn’t his normal self and advocated for him, he developed NEC. He was rushed to Boston’s Children’s Hospital, where he later passed away on 8/30/23 😢 Boston’s Children’s Hospital provided beyond excellent care, and was great to the family and made them feel comfortable at all times. Keep Noah’s mommy and family in your prayers at all times 💙 #doula #doulalife #fullspectrumdoula #postpartumdoula #laboranddelivery #emergencycesarean #infantloss #infantlossawareness #necawareness #newborn #nicu #premie #support #ridoula
50 EPISODES OF READY OR NOT AND WE’RE CELEBRATING WITH A BANG! OUT NOW: Kasey Edwards on raising girls who like themselves and feeling like she’d failed the first hurdle of womanhood This episode has so much - climbing the corporate ladder, feeling like a failure as a mother, redundancy during pregnancy, how we raise girls and boys differently even in the most progressive of households, and SO much more. I think it might just be my favourite to date and I have taken so much wisdom away from this to apply to raising my own son and incoming daughter. This episode is brought to you by @biobod — intuitive, supportive skincare that restores the foundations of happy skin. Listeners of Ready or Not will receive 20% off using code READY20 at biobod.com.au. Out now, wherever you listen to Ready or Not. X
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The most common question I get during interviews is, “How can one identify if they’ve experienced birth trauma?” What intrigues me about this question is that those who’ve experienced birth trauma rarely ask it – it’s one of those IYKYK situations. Here’s a perspective from Peter Levine: “Trauma involves a loss of connection - to ourselves, our bodies, our families, others, and the world around us. Recognizing this loss of connection is challenging because it often occurs gradually over time. We adapt to these subtle changes, sometimes without realizing. These are the concealed effects of trauma, the ones many of us keep to ourselves. We may simply sense that something isn’t quite right, without fully grasping the gradual erosion of our self-esteem, self-confidence, well-being, and connection to life.” #homebirthcesarean #homebirthtransfer #emergencycesarean #unplannedcesarean #hospitalbirth #cesarean #newborn #postpartum #postpartumjourney #postpartumdoula #postpartumdepression
Excited to share my latest published article! Check out my piece at @spirithealthmag for insights into the beautiful journey of reclaiming your birth story and its profound impact on our well-being. 🌟 https://www.spiritualityhealth.com/birth-story #homebirthcesarean #homebirthtransfer #emergencycesarean #unplannedcesarean #hospitalbirth #cesarean #newborn #postpartum #postpartumjourney #postpartumdoula #postpartumdepression
It starts with a single sentence and grows from there. It might not be easy but it is worth it. #homebirthcesarean #homebirthtransfer #emergencycesarean #unplannedcesarean #hospitalbirth #cesarean #newborn #postpartum #postpartumjourney #postpartumdoula #postpartumdepression
In the birth story writing workshops that I host, these are the most common reasons people share for wanting to write their birth story. I am honored to be a small part of the brave work they are doing. #homebirthcesarean #homebirthtransfer #emergencycesarean #unplannedcesarean #hospitalbirth #cesarean #newborn #birthstory
Follow @thehannahgill for more! C-sections are so common now that many people probably question why or how it’s traumatic. As someone who has been through birth trauma and also has loved ones that have, I understand it can be awkward not knowing what to say. I know people have good intentions when they say these things but you don’t have to “make it better” or try to downplay the severity of the situation. Until you’ve been through it yourself, you never really know the “right thing” to say. In those hard moments, I didn’t want the sugar coating. I wanted someone to tell me, “Gosh that was awful. This sucks. I’m sorry.” #birthtrauma #trauma #cesarean #csection #unplannedcsection #emergencycesarean #vbac #vbacmom #vbacprep #vbacwithoutfear #doula #vbacdoula #birthexperience #birthplan #ptsd #postpartum #postpartumdepression #postpartumanxiety
Are you planning to give birth by Cesarean or perhaps you simply want to feel ready for every situation? Did you know that you can apply your hypnobirthing techniques to a Cesarean birth? Whether you have opted for an elective Cesarean or it is unplanned, the thing is often the worry about going through surgery. The apprehension about feeling something or for some can be worse, the apprehension of feeling nothing at all This causes fear for alot of people! The more you can relax, practice calm and build the positive connection with your partner the more you will feel in control on the day. It will also aid your recovery and healing by not having as much tension in the body during your cesarean. I can cover all of this with you and help you to feel less anxious, more informed and understand what to expect. #electivecesarean #csection #emergencycesarean #breachbaby #38weeks #bellybirth #tutumbirthing #birth #hypnobirthingcourses #birthtraumarecovery
☁️ p o s t p a r t u m ☁️ a lot of mothers know that postpartum is not easy & it varies for each woman. some women have an easy time & relatively don’t struggle with mental health disorders. some have struggled prior, like me, & it comes in waves, hitting you out of know where. but, having something traumatic happen during pregnancy/birth, just triggers it even more. some women have never struggled with mental health & still end up needing help to ensure they’re okay. postpartum is waking up and feeling refreshed after a good nights sleep, but then get really low & dissociate bc your subconscious doesn’t want to you hurt from more trauma you endured. postpartum is worrying about your baby while they sleep, making sure they somehow didn’t flip in the middle of the night & cut off their air supply. postpartum is when you are up to finally leaving the house & getting outside, but then feel really drained within 30 minutes & just wanna lay down in bed with your baby. postpartum is you’re sad & angry about how your birth experience ended up & you suppress it…but then share with someone & relive all those emotions all over again. postpartum is feeling bad for not being able to show up 100% some days, & allowing your spouse to take most of the workload over while your take some time for yourself. postpartum is a huge spectrum & no one female will experience it the same way, even if they have multiple kids. it’s about figuring out how to traverse your emotions in a healthy way so it doesn’t cause generational trauma. postpartum is sometimes asking for help with medicine or a therapist bc you just can’t do it on your own. ALL of these are okay & normal. we are still doing what’s best for our babies by ensuring we are okay mentally, even if we struggle very heavily with mental health issues. your baby loves you so much & sees you with no flaws. their love, touch & glances towards you are pure & will forever be connected to you in a way they will never have with anyone else. ps. i love my scar🥺 #postpartum #postpartumjourney #postpartumdepression #postpartumanxiety #fourthtrimester #firsttimemom #lgbtfamily #emergencycesarean #emergencyinduction
Every now and then, something pops up in birth where medical intervention actually supports the best possible outcome for mom & baby. Other times, birth is treated as a medical event when it’s not, and the cascade of interventions can escalate into an urgent matter needing resolution. However it happens, birth that ends as a medical event, planned or not, deserves to be treated with compassion. Birth is already an expansion, and adding medical complications into the mix adds an extra layer to digest mentally and emotionally. (That’s why we’re here!) When birth really is a medical event, you still deserve to be treated with autonomy and respect. You are still the decision maker, legally, about your care and your baby’s care. I know that often times, this communication falls through the cracks, but that doesn’t negate the your needs and the importance of having a trusting relationship with your care team. How did your providers help meet your needs during your medically supported birth? Is there anything they could’ve done to better help you process everything that was happening? ⬇️ Share your stories below. We love hearing from you. . . . . . . . . #birthstories #highriskpregnancy #nicu #emergencycesarean #bedrest #cascadeofinterventions #bedsidemanners #birthtrauma #assisteddelivery #eclampsia #placentaaccreta #placentalabruption #birthrights #birthadvocacy #informedconsent #cordprolapse
Hi! I’m Emmy, Certified Birth Story Listener, and mental health professional. I’m a Midwest mom with 3 kids from 1-9, a former school psychologist. While I am clear on the benefits of doing a birth story listening session, you may not be so here’s a little bit about it… birth story listening sessions help you release unwanted feelings about your birth so you can move forward with peace, acceptance, and clarity. These sessions are specifically designed for people whose birth story feels heavy or triggering. Some examples might be crying or overthinking your birth or feeling uncomfortably anxious when you think about a close friend or family member giving birth. If this is you read on. When you book a session you can expect me to guide you through a defined process that will help you find the deeper meaning of your birth story. Sessions are generally around 60 minutes and can be virtual or in-person. If you’ve been thinking about booking a session but have questions or need more info please send me a message. I’m always happy to help. Learn more at arrivalstories.co #homebirthcesarean #homebirthtransfer #emergencycesarean #unplannedcesarean #hospitalbirth #cesarean
The grieving process takes time. The healing phase comes later. Take all the time you need. When you’re ready support is available in many different forms. #homebirthcesarean #homebirthtransfer #emergencycesarean #unplannedcesarean #hospitalbirth #cesarean
he’s here🤎 #ivfbaby #38weeks #induction #fourthtrimester #cesareanbirth #emergencycesarean
I appreciate my gift son. 😂 #stillamom #chronicallyillmom #elhersdanlossyndrome #gastroparesis #superiormesentericarterysyndrome #nicumom #nicugraduate #preemie #28weeker #osteopenia #chroniclungdisease #emergencycesarean #pprom #luckytobehere #rainbowbaby #mamasmiracle #mamasboy #singleparent #thankskid
😍 this kid is just too stinking cute 🥰 Rather fortunate his father’s handsome, because he’s a carbon copy of him 😅 #stillamom #chronicallyillmom #elhersdanlossyndrome #gastroparesis #superiormesentericarterysyndrome #nicumom #nicugraduate #preemie #28weeker #osteopenia #chroniclungdisease #motherhood #motherhoodunplugged #emergencycesarean #pprom #luckytobehere #rainbowbaby #mamasmiracle #mamasboy #singleparent
Community 😭 I have since becoming a mother realized how incredibly important having a community is - the so called village. It doesn’t have to be big to be good but you need ‘the village’. Sometimes it’s for a chat - or rant, or cry. sometimes it’s meals dropped at your door, sometimes it’s to hold the baby while you go shower or scream into a pillow. Or maybe it’s the daily walks in the park that keeps you sane. It comes in all different shapes and sizes. And the need doesn’t go away. It just changes. To witness the community on this platform step up and support Maddi when she was in need of a village was so beautiful, especially in a time of so much hurt in the world. Thank you to everyone who donated, big or small. It has made a significant difference for Maddi in this challenging time 🙏🏼 Mama and baby Iggie are both doing well and we hope he will be home soon ❤️ #MOR #MORbirthing #birthattendant #doula #normalphysiologicalbirth #physiologicalbirth #normalbirth #naturalbirth #natural #positivebirthmovement #thepositivebirthmovement #birthing #birth #birthingclass #birthclass #naturesway #birthmelbourne #birthwithoutfear #powerfulwomen #baby #pregnancy #pregnant #birthpreferences #birthmap #emergencycesarean #community #communitysupport
A decade. Having him near broke me. Being his mum these ten years has made me. Arthie - if you ever read this know that loving you and knowing you is one of the biggest joys of my life. You broke me open (literally and figuratively) and built me back up better than I could have imagined. I still have absolutely no idea what I’m doing. But I’m glad it’s you teaching me how to be a mother. This is my life’s greatest privilege and challenge. #mumofboys #birthstory #emergencycesarean #tenpoundbaby
Interactions like THIS cause mental health struggles for many mothers every day. Interactions like this cause trauma. Women FIGHTING during birth, a time when they need oxytocin to release a literal being from their body. Imagine. Oh, maybe you don't have to imagine. Did you have to fight in some way during your birthing time? #mentalhealthawareness #healyourbirth #birthtraumastories #birthgrief #traumaticbirthrecovery #mamawithtrauma #emergencycesarean #postpartumptsd #birthrecovery #postpartumcoach #birthtraumaisreal #birthtraumaawareness #postnatalmentalhealth #traumaticbirth #perinatalmooddisorders #birthtraumaawareness #birthtrauma #birthstories #emergencycsection #birthtrauma #postpartumrecovery
Birth story on the Healing Motherhood Podcast #healyourbirth #birthtraumastories #birthgrief #traumaticbirthrecovery #mamawithtrauma #emergencycesarean #postpartumptsd #birthrecovery #postpartumcoach #birthtraumaisreal #birthtraumaawareness #postnatalmentalhealth #traumaticbirth #perinatalmooddisorders #birthtraumaawareness #birthtrauma #birthstories #emergencycsection #birthtrauma #postpartumrecovery
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Grab your free resource: 3 tools to keep your cool even when your kids are losing it so you can cool down your brain and get out the magnifying glass 🔎 #healyourbirth #birthtraumastories #birthgrief #traumaticbirthrecovery #mamawithtrauma #emergencycesarean #postpartumptsd #birthrecovery #postpartumcoach #birthtraumaisreal #birthtraumaawareness #postnatalmentalhealth #traumaticbirth #perinatalmooddisorders #birthtraumaawareness #birthtrauma #birthstories #emergencycsection #birthtrauma #postpartumrecovery
‼️ Listen up, mommas! More than a month ago, our OBS Team had to perform an emergency cesarean on one of our patients, Mommy J. The little bundle of joy was in a bit of a rush to meet the world, you know? 😄 Turns out, the fetal heart beat dropped so low due to thickly stained amniotic fluid. 🌊 😳 📖 Amniotic fluid surrounds and protects the developing baby in the womb. Usually, this fluid should appear clear. However, in some instances, it may become thickly stained, which can be indicative of potential complications. In this particular case, the presence of thickly stained amniotic fluid caused concern for the baby's health. Quick thinking and expert medical care saved the day! ☄️Momma and baby are now doing great, thanks to the awesome team that worked tirelessly to ensure a safe delivery. ✨ We are so grateful to be a part of such amazing moments. Welcome to the world, little one! 🌟👶 #MiracleOfLife #EmergencyCesarean #HappyEnding #OBSTeam #AlagangOBS #YourWellness #OurPriority #OBSCareLikeNoOther #DocDesAtYourService #pregnancyjourney #NormalDelivery #csdelivery #cesareanbirth #VBAC To experience the OBS care like no other, contact us at: ☎️ 0917-803-5937 🌐 www.obstationclinic.com 📍 2/F Plaza 8 Building, Soliven St., Commonwealth, Quezon City. On top of Super 8 grocery, beside Jollibee Soliven Commonwealth
At MOR birthing we are big advocates for natural physiological birth. We believe the impact it has on bonding, breastfeeding and the postpartum experience in general is enormous. The statistics released earlier this year on birth outcomes are showing way too high intervention rates. But sometimes interventions are needed. Sometimes there are actual emergencies and no matter how much you plan and prepare for your birth, things can change. I was reminded of this when my beautiful, brave client welcomed her little boy this week, a little earlier than expected. Some bleeding revealed she had Vasa Previa and baby had to be hustled into the world via emergency cesarean at just 33 weeks. This means baby will need to spend some time in NICU and whilst still-healing mum (who’s also single parenting 😮💨) is now home from hospital and making daily trips to give her baby boy all the skin to skin, breastfeeds, singing, reading and love she can. As she can’t drive due to the cesarean, I’ve created a GoFundMe in the hope we can raise some community funding for transportation to and from the hospital - allowing her to get there without having to worry about the costs. No donation is too small. I so appreciate your support for this mama in need! You can find link in bio 🌻 #MOR #MORbirthing #birthattendant #doula #normalphysiologicalbirth #physiologicalbirth #normalbirth #naturalbirth #natural #positivebirthmovement #thepositivebirthmovement #birthing #birth #birthingclass #birthclass #naturesway #birthmelbourne #birthwithoutfear #powerfulwomen #baby #pregnancy #pregnant #birthpreferences #birthmap #emergencycesarean #community #communitysupport
I type this as I sit in the office of my OBGYN 😂🤣 but it’s in reference to my first birth experience dropped on The Healing Motherhood Podcast today about my #emergencycesarean Did you have support for your birth? Was it an OBGYN, a midwife, or other practitioner? #Healyourbirth #birthtraumastories #birthgrief #traumaticbirthrecovery #mamawithtrauma #emergencycesarean #postpartumptsd #birthrecovery #postpartumcoach #birthtraumaisreal #birthtraumaawareness #postnatalmentalhealth #traumaticbirth #perinatalmooddisorders #birthtraumaawareness #birthtrauma #birthstories #emergencycsection #birthtrauma #postpartumrecovery
Did you know that many of the Cesareans that are performed out of "medical necessity" are actually preventable? Knowing up to date information and how to advocate for yourself appropriately can make a huge difference in how your birth plays out. Are you ready? If you are pregnant and looking for guidance in preparing for however birth unfolds, check out my upcoming birth education class starting Thursday October 5th! #cesarean #cesarenbirth #emergencycesarean #cascadeofinterventions #failuretoprogress #knowthefacts #empoweredbirth #evidencebasedbirth #ebbirth #hospitalbirth #birthplan #birthadvocacy #maternalhealth #maternalhealthmatters #firsttimemom #bellybirth #surgicalbirth #doulasupport #childbirtheducation #birtheducation #pitocin #stalledlabor #laborinduction #laboranddelivery
TW: (Brief) birth story and description of medical emergencies. ----- On Wednesday the 16th of August I went to my 38w appointment (38+2) and raised my concerns that my baby (surprise gender) was no longer growing. Just two days later, she was in our arms, and the days in between were more intense than we could ever have imagined them being. One induction, one cord presentation and one category 1 emergency c-section later we were together; united, shaken, and relieved. Just minutes before this photo was taken we weren't sure if our baby was still with us, but by the grace of God, and thanks to modern medicine and a team of professionals, she was okay. She was more than okay, in fact. She was (and is) beautiful. We're eternally grateful ✨ And despite the stress of her arrival, it was still filled with perfect moments in which we were empowered, supported and cared for. As always, Lloyd was a wonderful birth partner and husband. I couldn't have gotten through it without him. ----- Happy one month Henrietta Darling, you are so loved.
Extremely high risk patient of placenta accreta delivered safely !! #PlacentaAccreta #HighRiskPregnancy #MaternalHealth #cesareansection #PregnancyComplications #MedicalIntervention #Obstetrics #PerinatalCare #EmergencyCesarean #PatientCare #drektasharma #apollohospitalslucknow
In episode 171, @jennacawthray experienced an induction at 41 weeks pregnancy, a 42 hour labour followed by an emergency caesarean. Despite her birth not going according to plan, and the fact that Jenna needed some months to process the birth of her beautiful son, Jenna describes how positive her experience as a new mother is. This episode is a must-listen for anyone who wants to hear of some first hand experience in preparing for postpartum and the unexpected. 🤰 Tune in now! Listen to the podcast episode now via your favourite podcast app or click the link in the bio @fitnestmama. #PregnancyJourney #motherhoodunplugged #motherhood #mummylife #motherhoodsimplified #motherhoodjourney #birthstories #birthstorypodcast #australianbirthstories #motherhoodunfiltered #matrescence #newborn #newbornbaby #newbornmother #childbirth #childbirtheducation #childbirthclass #childbirthpreparation #childbirthprep #birthprep #birthpreparation #emergencycaesarean #emergencycsection #emergencycesarean #inductionofbirth #fitnestmama #fitnestmamapodcast
The NICU is daunting. Those four little letters. I wasn't prepared for the site of tiny little babies barely 32 weeks old. We were lucky. Our girls arrived at almost 35 weeks and were a healthy 5lbs. They didn't need oxygen or extra help like some of the other babies. The suprising thing that did happen was they were fed donor milk. (Thank you to all the mamas who are able to donate.) After an emergency c-section at 5am and almost 35 weeks pregnant, my body was not producing milk yet. I didn't understand what it meant for the babies to be premature. Obviously we talked about them coming early but no one explained to me what would happen if they were. I wish there had been some education on what life was going to be like for a premature baby. Someone could have easily sat us down and walked through what the experience would be like for our babies. On the blog I discussing our journey in the NICU and what it looked like for Evie and Poppy. Plus how family and friends can understand how vastly different a NICU experience can be for a NICU family. https://flourishingpostpartum.com/our-nicu-journey-and-how-to-support-a-nicu-family/ #nicu #nicumama #nicuawareness #twinmama #emergencycsection #emergencycesarean #delayedbonding #twingirls #identicaltwins #nicustory
Being a NICU mama meant I had to leave the hospital without Evie and Poppy. This was something I was not ready for. We ended up staying in the hospital for seven days. I don’t think I needed to but with our quick birth and twins in a NICU, I couldn’t leave. When we were finally discharged, I didn’t realize I’d been holding my breath. As we pulled out of the hospital driveway I started to sob. It was the first time I cried since the babies were born. Up until that point I was in survival mode. As we drove away from the hospital the thought of not being down the hall from Evie and Poppy was too much. My body shook as I sobbed in the front seat. I was so attached to our baby girls, carried them for 7.5 months and here I was, leaving them. I don’t think most people understand how difficult this can be. In the NICU we were on a schedule, coming in every 3 hours, with an extended period overnight, to feed the girls. It wasn’t as simple as a baby being next to me in a bassinet and I could pick them up whenever they needed me. I didn’t even hear their cries overnight as the NICU nurses took care of them. #nicu #nicumama #nicuawareness #nicustory #nicujourney #nicuawarenessmonth #twinmama #emergencycsection #emergencycesarean #delayedbonding #twingirls #identicaltwins #nicustory
#Healyourbirth #birthtraumastories #birthgrief #traumaticbirthrecovery #mamawithtrauma #emergencycesarean #postpartumptsd #birthrecovery #postpartumcoach #birthtraumaisreal #birthtraumaawareness #postnatalmentalhealth #traumaticbirth #perinatalmooddisorders #birthtraumaawareness #birthtrauma #birthstories #emergencycsection #birthtrauma #postpartumrecovery
It’s not easy to bring this girl to the world, but we’ve made it 💛🍼🐰 . Gemma Born on September 1st, 2023 6lbs11oz, 19.5in . Gemma, our daughter, hope you enjoy your adventures in this world 🌟🌏 . . . #birth #babygirl #nicubaby #cesarean #emergencycesarean #ivfjourney #inspiredliving #inspiredtoinspire #livefully #motherhood
It’s hard to remember just how little she was and everything she’s had to overcome. Technology wasn’t as great as it is now. I wish I could’ve had videos and more/better pictures. She was fed through a feeding tube for the first few months of her life bc her mouth was too small to fit around the tiny infant bottle nipples or around mine. She came home hooked on a heart monitor and oxygen. We had to lug around oxygen tanks everywhere she went which only had like 8 hrs at a time so we had to plan accordingly. She had two hour long doctor visits. She had physical therapy, speech therapy. She had to have thickener in any liquids bc if she didn’t she would aspirate. She dealt with texture issues. She had hour long eye appointments with a specialist. She still deals with poor eyesight, texture issues, balance issues, some movements are still hard, nervousness, not fitting in with kids her own age. I wish she knew just how special she is and understand that God made her a fighter. Keep fighting the battles of life, baby girl! Show the world just how amazing you truly are. 😍❤️😘 I can’t believe you’re 16 on Monday! Where did the time go!? #sweet16 #bornat2lbs #preemiestrong #preemie #september11 #mylittleterrorist #shealmostkilledme #severepreeclampsia #emergencycesarean #miraclebaby #wheredidtimego #keepfightingbabygirl
Baby B announcement Baby B (Beatrice Rena) arrived 19/8/2023 at 19:15 via Cat 1 Emergency Caesarean weighing a whopping 9lb 2oz #mumoftwo #newborn #influencer #emergencycesarean #bigbaby
Après avoir vécu un accouchement qui était loin des scénarios que nous nous étions faits et qui nous a tous bien fatigués, nous sommes très heureux et fiers de vous annoncer la naissance de notre bébé surprise, notre fils Noha, né le 23/02/2022 à 16h42 ❤️ 3kgs670 d'amour et 52cms de bonheur 🥰🥰 #parents #accouchement #cesariennedurgence #anesthesiegenerale #bebedamour #bebedefevrier #childbirth #emergencycesarean #generalanaesthesia #babylove #februarybaby #papa #maman #dad #mom #baby1 #bebe1 #notrefamille #notrefils #babyboy #ourfamily #ourson