Baby G is here !

[sue68]

Hi Everyone,

So sorry it took me a while to get on MH with my news - I"ve been so tired and cranky lately - not much sleep adn baby practically stuck to my bb's - he seems to have a huge appetite.  Been on and off frustrated with breastfeeding issue - almost wanted to quit and felt like failure. But sis said to keep it going , will happen....so I will.   I'm kinda in emotional mess - is this normal ? But, when I watch him sleeping so peacefully - it lightens my heart - all worth it. I could watch him for hours - feels so unreal that this little guy is finally here....

Baby came early -contractions started Sunday night and stayed home til monday noon when I couldn't take the pain anymore.  ALmost begged for the epidural -but after it - was able to sleep couple of hours.  Pushed about 1.5 hours and baby came out with cord around his neck - which they quickly unwrapped and he started screaming/crying .  Was so relieved.  I'm not comfortable saying his name yet because I didn't ever tell anyone what we were going through - the m/c's and all the things I shared with you on MH. This is a small world and someone might recognize me - so just calling him baby G.   Please understand - I"m a private person.  

Boy am I ever exhausted - and sore . Have stitches and hemorroids so ouch ouch ouch .  ANy tips for that ?  Then the breastfeeding started off rocky - not much colostrum and baby sometimes doesn't latch properly -so have sore sore sore nips.  MIlk finally came in Friday - started only - hoping it getts better.  Went to a breastfeeding clinic and they said he's "tongue Tied" - that skin thingy under tongue is "too short" and might have to be clipped so that he can stick his tongue out for better latch.  He has not problem - just likes to chew on my nip for comfort. Its a battle of the wills here - have to stuff my bb down his throat.  Any heartening breastfeeding stories are welcome and how to deal with this pain/soreness and fatigue......or is that asking for a miracle ?  .....

Dont' give up girls - SSBD to you all .  You'll see its all worth it - all the heartache and worries and fears you go through/went through - you'll have the same moment yourself .  

[Ecologic]

Congrats! The beginning will be tiring but very rewarding.

I am breastfeeding my little one - he is 2 months old. Things were also rocky at first, though for other reasons: he latched on very easily and I had no bbs problems but then he had lost so much weight in the hospital that I was forced to give him formula. Then of course he refused to breastfeed once we were home. I was able to breastfeed again... only to have him breastfeed non stop, every 1/2 hours for many weeks. I kind of regret this whole breastfeeding experience, but I am still doing it to give him a good immunity.

Have your tried using a breastfeeding pillow? I have a BrestFriend and I love it, much easier than using a night pillow! I also like to lay on the bed with him. Good luck!

[pertykitty]

congrats!! how exciting!! yes the new babies that have latch issues can make you want to cry, but with work it will get so easy you will be thrilled!

use lanolin on your nips, its safe for baby and will help.  latch is the most important thing.  a lactation consultant can help, they have many ideas.  with latching make sure you put baby on when they open wide.  bring baby to you and figure out what hold works best.  my dd is tongue tied and i used the football hold with her.  

some might tell you to try the shield ,dont do it.  it will make it harder.  you can put your finger on the babies chin and press down while baby is nursing to help with getting enough nipple/arreola in the mouth.  dont wait till baby is too hungry.  nursing when done right shouldnt hurt, i really didnt feel much when i nursed.  my third is a different story, we have been unsuccesful so i pump.  i hate pumping, i hate washing the parts, i hate bottles lol.  im lazy i like to just pull up my shirt and bam be done lol.

sometimes with babies and nursing its like a lightbulb that comes on.  you said baby came early, well even if just a few weeks it can take them to get to the 40 week pg mark to sometimes learn.  my son was born 3 weeks early and nursing was a nightmare until he was 3 weeks old.  easy as pie after that!  if you have any questions there are more mommies in the bfing forum that have more info and more advice.  

[sue68]

Hi Everyone,

Thanks so much for your responses and notes - so sorry I haven't been around lately - I miss you all !   Feeling better today -good feeding day though I'm so freakin' sore at the nips. Bad latch at the begining started it and then now trying to keep him on the breast is making me wince. But, this is nothing compared to labour so I'll keep it up.  He hates it when I try to re-latch him but, for his sake and mine I'll pry open his snap turtle like grip and retry.......I wish he'd figure out soon - that when he has the proper latch he gets more milk.....Eventually he'll get it - right ? uh , Right ?  Anyone ?  I guess my bb's haven't seen this much action for over 9 months so its getting alot of wear and tear - hopefully they'll get "tougher" .   Its only been a week - will keep positive...

Thanks for all your well wishes -for those of you ttc'ing - don't give up - you'll be in my shoes one day - sore bb's and all !      :D  

[rdh1981]

Congrats! Welcome to the world Baby G!!! Sorry to hear things are going a little rough, sadly that is normal!!!!

You can try some Preparation H wipes for your hemmoroids I always found they helped so much! That is so not fun!!!!!

As for the breastfeeding that did not go well for me, Cruz had latching issues so I just opted to pump! I exclusively pumped for 8 months. It took its toll on me and I opted to stop when he was not gaining enough weight. (Now I know that was not because of the breastmilk but because of ear infections) MH has an excellent Breastfeeding Forum!!! You should check it out if you have not!!!

Hang in there girl and things will settle down!!!! I am with Amanda on dying to know his name but I totally respect your privacy!!!!

[oceanv]

Hi,
Yes Hemmoroids are normal they go eventually, emotions all over the place settle down eventually.  

my baby was tongue tied and they didn't clip it (I did have nursing probs stopped at 8 weeks), i wish i had gotten it clipped when they first mentioned it.  we got it done a couple of months ago and her tongue can move around much better now - she was 7 months at the clipping - no problems.  good luck,
joanne

[adgal]

Reading this post reminds me as to why I cannot leave this forum.  Another happy ending and another very wanted and much loved baby in the world.  First off girlfriend (and I have been waiting a very very long time to say this too you) CONGRATULATIONS ON BECOMING A MOMMY!!!  I know how badly you wanted this and you did it!!  There are not enough words to express how so very happy I am for you.  For anyone that knows Sue's story, I think you will agree she is an inspiration for many.  

All the things you are mentioning are normal I think. At least I went through them all as well.  The almost overwhelming love and emotion combined with those raging hormones are the culprit.  I had a lot of emotional ups and downs in the beginning...add a touch of sleep deprivation and well, that probably explains why your feeling the way you are.  As for breastfeeding...if it's what you want then keep at it.  It does get easier.  The Breastfeeding forum helped me an awful lot.  

I don't think anyone is going to be offended about your desire for privacy (gotta admit though, I am dying to know what you called him..lol).  Your right, this is a public forum and you will share when and if you are ready.

Congratulations again sweetie.  I knew in my heart this day would come for you and again, am so very happy for you and your DH.  That is one lucky little boy to be born to you.  (((Hugs))) and love ya girlfriend!!  A.