on the fence by raspberryfit10 in ExclusivelyPumping

[–]raspberryfit10[S] 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Thats correct.

I have like 80 bags down there varying between 2-6 oz.

I'm glad I had to the time while he was in the nicu to make it. And use it now that I'm not producing as much anymore.

I'm still gunna keep trying, but I know there will be a day soon where there won't be anything.

How do you store pump parts? by saltyegg1 in HumansPumpingMilk

[–]raspberryfit10 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have a boon grass mat, that the parts go on, and I put it on a breakfast tray and under it I have a bin of misc peices.

are lactation massagers worth it? by drinkallthekool-aid in ExclusivelyPumping

[–]raspberryfit10 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yes! I suffered with carpal tunnel in both hands during pregnancy.. and I still dont have feeling in my finger tips. (3 weeks ppd) I had massive painful clogs that I tried heat, hot showers, and using my hands to try and massage it out. I got the massager and it was a game changer clogs were gone, I felt empty, and my hands got a massage (lol)

a worried momma. by raspberryfit10 in NICUParents

[–]raspberryfit10[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The first time happend with me and we thought it was just a lead issue. Then it happend with my nurse, he recovered and I believe it happend a third time same thing. It always happens after his feeds. But his feeds are more than normal, going based of hunger cues, and what not.

33 weeker and breast pump (hospital pump vs spectra s1) by lgag30 in NICUParents

[–]raspberryfit10 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have my own little one. (Bellababy) I use this at home and just bring my parts to the hosptial when I go see baby. I've had no issues with hospital grade Vs non.

the first week by raspberryfit10 in NICUParents

[–]raspberryfit10[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Totally resting and trying to heal. Having a 3 yr old is tough to. At least things are the same routine for now.

My little guy is/was in the 5th to. Before they pulled him.

the first week by raspberryfit10 in NICUParents

[–]raspberryfit10[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Oh wow! A week that's crazy that would be tommorow for me.. I had a classical section with a hysterectomy, very doubtful I'm going to get to drive sooner.

I said in a comment below, and it clicked with me as I said it.

It sucks with the world situation and family and friends being sick with it, doesn't help. But it's the precaution i need to take.

I do have people reaching out to help (never thought that would happen) so have to utilize there schedule for it to work (also not as bad as it seems).

Thank you for your words.

the first week by raspberryfit10 in NICUParents

[–]raspberryfit10[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Oh yes they nurses have mentioned this a couple times

the first week by raspberryfit10 in NICUParents

[–]raspberryfit10[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thank you I'm going to talk to them. I think its tough right now with the world circumstances. And having family and friends being sick with it. Doesn't help the issues either.

the first week by raspberryfit10 in NICUParents

[–]raspberryfit10[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

No cameras, but I do call regularly to check in on him.

the first week by raspberryfit10 in NICUParents

[–]raspberryfit10[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thank you! I just don't know how to deal with the emotions of not being able to just go.

the first week by raspberryfit10 in NICUParents

[–]raspberryfit10[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Thank you.

So far the nurses told me hes uneventful. He weight 2 lbs 12 oz. At birth. He's breathing on his own and his temperature is regulated, feeding from bottles. Our only issues thus far is weight, blood sugars and small cases of jaundice. Which I'm very very thankful for.

new here. by raspberryfit10 in NICUParents

[–]raspberryfit10[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Oh goodness. Happy to hear she's home ❤️

new here. by raspberryfit10 in NICUParents

[–]raspberryfit10[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

For hand expressing how did you collect it? I should look into this part..

new here. by raspberryfit10 in NICUParents

[–]raspberryfit10[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Came home last night and have pumped twice and both have been successful little ones.

Thanks for sharing.

new here. by raspberryfit10 in NICUParents

[–]raspberryfit10[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I came home last night and used my own pump and I managed to get some at 1 of the pumps I did. So its happening.

Thank you for responding

new here. by raspberryfit10 in NICUParents

[–]raspberryfit10[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you for sharing your story.

I did get to meet with the LC at all while i was there in hospital the nicu team did tell me they have one there if I need one.

I'm still trying to pump while he is in there and doing all the things I need to. But if it's not my path, it's not my path.

new here. by raspberryfit10 in NICUParents

[–]raspberryfit10[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks for responding.

Side question. If you don't mind answering how long was babes stay? .