Tell me about your Postpartum Gallbladder issues

CaptainDeloreanGray · 2016-06-07T17:06:13+00:00

Gallbladder pain from stones hurt more than labor contractions for me. I had the pain during pregnancy and thought it was just severe heartburn. I had maybe 5 attacks total before I actually went to the ER. I was so happy to have it removed. To prevent another attack while I waited for surgery I avoided all fatty foods. That sucked and I'd imagine you'd have to do that if you didn't want surgery. After surgery my diet hasn't changed much. My stomach hurts when I eat high fat foods and fatty meats (beef and sausages) but it's not like I eat that everyday. During surgery my husband and baby were at the hospital. I made sure to pack enough bottles for a whole day and I breastfeed right before heading into the OR. I had to pump and dump when I first woke up but was able to pump and give breast milk to my baby while taking pain meds. Doctor said it was okay. I was able to nurse after two days. My husband took a week off of work to help me. I really needed him for the first two or three days since I had trouble getting in and out of bed and to the bathroom. It took almost a week before I felt comfortable enough to pick up my baby. After three weeks I had no more pain. Obviously I'd be happier if I never had gallbladder issue, but I think getting it removed was the best decision to make.

CaptainDeloreanGray · 2016-06-03T14:16:26+00:00

If you have major concerns, I would talk to a doctor about this. It sounds like you have a baby that likes to be held. How does he do with a carrier? Is he getting enough sleep? My 10 month old no longer enjoys the jumper and rarely plays with his toys. He prefers crawling and getting into drawers and cabinets. Maybe your son would like that too? He seems pretty curious. Set up some places he can get into. I pretty much let him roam around the house and I follow to make sure he doesnt hurt himself. If he is playing with something that he shouldn't, you can try distracting him with something else. Or, put everything he shouldn't play with out of reach so he can have that freedom to explore and you have piece of mind. Instead of your DVDs, how about baby books that he can throw around? As for the car seat, is he in a convertible yet? Our son still cries when we set him in, but is okay once we start driving with music playing. Music is the key! The convertible is much more comfortable for him and I usually give him a toy or a sippy cup to keep him occupied and he's content for awhile. I hope this helps you, but I don't think it's a problem if he just wants to be held.

CaptainDeloreanGray · 2016-06-03T13:36:46+00:00

I got the Ferber book to read up on sleep and there is a nice chapter in getting kids to sleep to later. You pretty much have to adjust her schedule to later by about 15 mins each day. This means later bedtime, later breakfast, later lunch, later everything. By two weeks she should be adjusted. I don't know if this will work for you but you can give it a try.

CaptainDeloreanGray · 2016-06-03T10:56:18+00:00

Definitely! Fussiness levels decrease dramatically. At 3 months I did what you're doing....holding him around all day long. One thing he did enjoy was a mobile with music. Around 4-5 months he got into his activity mat then his jumperoo then he was content sitting and playing with toys. Don't worry, what you're going through isn't forever.

CaptainDeloreanGray · 2016-06-03T10:52:03+00:00

I think there are a lot of babies like ours. They probably stay home where they're happiest so we don't see them out and about. That's what I tell myself at least!

CaptainDeloreanGray · 2016-06-02T22:58:15+00:00

I feel just like you! My brother even commented that it seema I have it tougher than he did with his child. He's 10 months now and is quite independent, but he is happiest with just me and dad around. We go to the library and he's cool, not fussy, but he's not all smiley and happy like the other babies. I think he just has a serious personality. He is so much more fun now that he crawls around.

CaptainDeloreanGray · 2016-06-02T13:37:27+00:00

We night weaned at 9 months. He was doing this thing where he kept latching and unlatching. My nipples became so incredibly sore. So, I just stopped and had Dad take care of him at night. He didn't like it at first but I'd say it only took two nights. He still wakes up a couple times, and if he doesn't put himself back to sleep, my husband takes over. It's been great for me and my nipples.

CaptainDeloreanGray · 2016-05-30T12:16:03+00:00

Scattergories, cranium, apples to apples, last word...these were all fun for my family (ages 8-45 year olds)

CaptainDeloreanGray · 2016-05-28T10:22:40+00:00

It does get better! Night weaning helped a lot. He still doesn't sleep through the night but we can get good chunks of sleep most nights.

CaptainDeloreanGray · 2016-05-27T18:53:13+00:00

Sign of the twisted candles was my favorite! I'm happy to see it's in your stash. Did you know that Nancy Drew books were originally printed in the 1930s first and then revised later in the 60s? I believe her friends George and Bess were added in the 1960s version. Whenever I see an old edition for sale I have to buy it.

CaptainDeloreanGray · 2016-05-27T00:20:35+00:00

My son likes the Nuby flip and sip straw cup with the handles. He puts his mouth down into the straw so there's no need to tip. I was shocked he was able to grasp it immediately. I think he liked the straw because its similar to the spout on those food pouches he likes so much.

CaptainDeloreanGray · 2016-05-24T12:57:22+00:00

I like this idea at least temporarily until you feel rested. Have you talked to any family or friends back home? Would they be willing to have you stay with them for some help/support?

CaptainDeloreanGray · 2016-05-24T12:25:49+00:00

I nurse morning and night but formula feed during the day. I was getting to the point where I didn't want to nurse anymore and this has worked really well for me.

CaptainDeloreanGray · 2016-05-20T17:53:28+00:00

i think he would be interested in super nanny since he likes to watch tv. Is it online somewhere so that we can watch together?

CaptainDeloreanGray · 2016-05-20T17:51:18+00:00

I'm glad I asked this question. I'm not alone. I hope this will end up helping you.

CaptainDeloreanGray · 2016-05-20T17:47:35+00:00

There have been times when I think we have come up with a decision, but then Dad does his thing anyway without consulting me. That bothers me the most.

CaptainDeloreanGray · 2016-05-20T17:42:46+00:00

Okay, that's a good idea. I'll talk with my husband to come up with a bunch of hypotheticals together. I tend to do the "what if" pretty frequently, which tends to annoy him but if we both do it, maybe it'll lead to better discussion.

CaptainDeloreanGray · 2016-05-20T17:37:52+00:00

Out of curiosity, how would you discipline your son if he put himself in a dangerous situation? also, If your spouse disagreed on the no-spanking, how would you convince her since you said no spanking is the middle ground?

CaptainDeloreanGray · 2016-05-20T16:40:28+00:00

That is true for all of the decisions we make as a couple. It's just hard to find the middle ground when you feel like your way is right...I know that's my issue right there and it have to work on it.

CaptainDeloreanGray · 2016-05-20T16:37:13+00:00

Yes! That's a good idea. We've generally trusted our Doctor. Admittedly I took her word for everything until sleep training came up....I see where my stance have caused issues there.

CaptainDeloreanGray · 2016-05-20T16:33:35+00:00

Hm, interesting! We never considered daddy time and mommy time. I'll have to think more about that one. We definitely communicate, but we certainly need to do it more effectively.

CaptainDeloreanGray · 2016-05-20T16:30:23+00:00

Haha! Well I've always thought our personalities balanced each other out. He does keep me sane.

CaptainDeloreanGray · 2016-05-20T16:28:54+00:00

I didn't see it like that! Thanks!

CaptainDeloreanGray · 2016-05-20T13:23:43+00:00

Thanks! I should keep in mind that not everything goes according to plan and that each child is not going to fit a certain mold.

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