getting a tune up

[Scarlett81]

I'm getting a tune up this-hopefully monday I'll go in for my picc. My doc is fixing my antibiotic cocktail-a breastfeeding friendly one. I pump alot, so I'll have that for my daughter, and I'll use formula too if needed. (and I'm sure it will be)

My last pfts were down, and the doc said if I got sick at all, I needed ivs. Yesterday I woke up with a runny nose. I know from experience its all down hill from here! <img src="i/expressions/face-icon-small-tongue.gif" border="0">
Plus my hubby is in snow removal and with winter coming-I'd rather do my tune up now when he's home to help than during the winter months with him gone alot. So here we go.
Depending on my pfts I'll have to go in the slammer for a few days or come home...we'll see. If I am admitted I'll have to pump to keep my milk in I guess.
I'd only be admitted for 3-5 days. Between now and monday I'll be able to pump enough for 2-3 bottles a day, the rest will have to be some kind of formula. Hopefully hubby can bring home my pumped milk from the hosp. LO will still need formula though, bc of the hospital distance, transporting milk won't be easy.

The other aspect is emotionally-leaving my darling behind. I know she'll be in good hands, but she wont be in mine....<img src="i/expressions/brokenheart.gif" border="0"> I knew I'd have to deal with this. I know. But this is all new to me. I dont know how to cope.

You mama's-whether you formula or bf, what tips can you offer for tune up time being a mama. This is my first time. Between being up for LO's feedings....and being up for my iVs?!!....tips PLEASE!!! I'm.....really stressed. And on the verge of tears all the time. (again, I knew I'd have to do this....I know, I know.... but its still hard)

Even just practical tips would help. Hopefully after a few weeks I'll be a tuneup/cf mama pro.
Gotta do what ya gotta do right? I'm not losing a DROP of my precious lung function.

 

[Scarlett81]

I'm getting a tune up this-hopefully monday I'll go in for my picc. My doc is fixing my antibiotic cocktail-a breastfeeding friendly one. I pump alot, so I'll have that for my daughter, and I'll use formula too if needed. (and I'm sure it will be)

My last pfts were down, and the doc said if I got sick at all, I needed ivs. Yesterday I woke up with a runny nose. I know from experience its all down hill from here! <img src="i/expressions/face-icon-small-tongue.gif" border="0">
Plus my hubby is in snow removal and with winter coming-I'd rather do my tune up now when he's home to help than during the winter months with him gone alot. So here we go.
Depending on my pfts I'll have to go in the slammer for a few days or come home...we'll see. If I am admitted I'll have to pump to keep my milk in I guess.
I'd only be admitted for 3-5 days. Between now and monday I'll be able to pump enough for 2-3 bottles a day, the rest will have to be some kind of formula. Hopefully hubby can bring home my pumped milk from the hosp. LO will still need formula though, bc of the hospital distance, transporting milk won't be easy.

The other aspect is emotionally-leaving my darling behind. I know she'll be in good hands, but she wont be in mine....<img src="i/expressions/brokenheart.gif" border="0"> I knew I'd have to deal with this. I know. But this is all new to me. I dont know how to cope.

You mama's-whether you formula or bf, what tips can you offer for tune up time being a mama. This is my first time. Between being up for LO's feedings....and being up for my iVs?!!....tips PLEASE!!! I'm.....really stressed. And on the verge of tears all the time. (again, I knew I'd have to do this....I know, I know.... but its still hard)

Even just practical tips would help. Hopefully after a few weeks I'll be a tuneup/cf mama pro.
Gotta do what ya gotta do right? I'm not losing a DROP of my precious lung function.

 

[Scarlett81]

I'm getting a tune up this-hopefully monday I'll go in for my picc. My doc is fixing my antibiotic cocktail-a breastfeeding friendly one. I pump alot, so I'll have that for my daughter, and I'll use formula too if needed. (and I'm sure it will be)

My last pfts were down, and the doc said if I got sick at all, I needed ivs. Yesterday I woke up with a runny nose. I know from experience its all down hill from here! <img src="i/expressions/face-icon-small-tongue.gif" border="0">
Plus my hubby is in snow removal and with winter coming-I'd rather do my tune up now when he's home to help than during the winter months with him gone alot. So here we go.
Depending on my pfts I'll have to go in the slammer for a few days or come home...we'll see. If I am admitted I'll have to pump to keep my milk in I guess.
I'd only be admitted for 3-5 days. Between now and monday I'll be able to pump enough for 2-3 bottles a day, the rest will have to be some kind of formula. Hopefully hubby can bring home my pumped milk from the hosp. LO will still need formula though, bc of the hospital distance, transporting milk won't be easy.

The other aspect is emotionally-leaving my darling behind. I know she'll be in good hands, but she wont be in mine....<img src="i/expressions/brokenheart.gif" border="0"> I knew I'd have to deal with this. I know. But this is all new to me. I dont know how to cope.

You mama's-whether you formula or bf, what tips can you offer for tune up time being a mama. This is my first time. Between being up for LO's feedings....and being up for my iVs?!!....tips PLEASE!!! I'm.....really stressed. And on the verge of tears all the time. (again, I knew I'd have to do this....I know, I know.... but its still hard)

Even just practical tips would help. Hopefully after a few weeks I'll be a tuneup/cf mama pro.
Gotta do what ya gotta do right? I'm not losing a DROP of my precious lung function.

 

[Scarlett81]

I'm getting a tune up this-hopefully monday I'll go in for my picc. My doc is fixing my antibiotic cocktail-a breastfeeding friendly one. I pump alot, so I'll have that for my daughter, and I'll use formula too if needed. (and I'm sure it will be)

My last pfts were down, and the doc said if I got sick at all, I needed ivs. Yesterday I woke up with a runny nose. I know from experience its all down hill from here! <img src="i/expressions/face-icon-small-tongue.gif" border="0">
Plus my hubby is in snow removal and with winter coming-I'd rather do my tune up now when he's home to help than during the winter months with him gone alot. So here we go.
Depending on my pfts I'll have to go in the slammer for a few days or come home...we'll see. If I am admitted I'll have to pump to keep my milk in I guess.
I'd only be admitted for 3-5 days. Between now and monday I'll be able to pump enough for 2-3 bottles a day, the rest will have to be some kind of formula. Hopefully hubby can bring home my pumped milk from the hosp. LO will still need formula though, bc of the hospital distance, transporting milk won't be easy.

The other aspect is emotionally-leaving my darling behind. I know she'll be in good hands, but she wont be in mine....<img src="i/expressions/brokenheart.gif" border="0"> I knew I'd have to deal with this. I know. But this is all new to me. I dont know how to cope.

You mama's-whether you formula or bf, what tips can you offer for tune up time being a mama. This is my first time. Between being up for LO's feedings....and being up for my iVs?!!....tips PLEASE!!! I'm.....really stressed. And on the verge of tears all the time. (again, I knew I'd have to do this....I know, I know.... but its still hard)

Even just practical tips would help. Hopefully after a few weeks I'll be a tuneup/cf mama pro.
Gotta do what ya gotta do right? I'm not losing a DROP of my precious lung function.

 

[Scarlett81]

I'm getting a tune up this-hopefully monday I'll go in for my picc. My doc is fixing my antibiotic cocktail-a breastfeeding friendly one. I pump alot, so I'll have that for my daughter, and I'll use formula too if needed. (and I'm sure it will be)

My last pfts were down, and the doc said if I got sick at all, I needed ivs. Yesterday I woke up with a runny nose. I know from experience its all down hill from here! <img src="i/expressions/face-icon-small-tongue.gif" border="0">
Plus my hubby is in snow removal and with winter coming-I'd rather do my tune up now when he's home to help than during the winter months with him gone alot. So here we go.
Depending on my pfts I'll have to go in the slammer for a few days or come home...we'll see. If I am admitted I'll have to pump to keep my milk in I guess.
I'd only be admitted for 3-5 days. Between now and monday I'll be able to pump enough for 2-3 bottles a day, the rest will have to be some kind of formula. Hopefully hubby can bring home my pumped milk from the hosp. LO will still need formula though, bc of the hospital distance, transporting milk won't be easy.

The other aspect is emotionally-leaving my darling behind. I know she'll be in good hands, but she wont be in mine....<img src="i/expressions/brokenheart.gif" border="0"> I knew I'd have to deal with this. I know. But this is all new to me. I dont know how to cope.

You mama's-whether you formula or bf, what tips can you offer for tune up time being a mama. This is my first time. Between being up for LO's feedings....and being up for my iVs?!!....tips PLEASE!!! I'm.....really stressed. And on the verge of tears all the time. (again, I knew I'd have to do this....I know, I know.... but its still hard)

Even just practical tips would help. Hopefully after a few weeks I'll be a tuneup/cf mama pro.
Gotta do what ya gotta do right? I'm not losing a DROP of my precious lung function.

 

[JazzysMom]

CHRISTIAN! We will be in together. Not that we can "visit", but in spirit we can.

I didnt breast feed so it was easier for me. I didnt have my first admit until Jazz was 21 months so it wasnt bad. Its much easier when they are little IMHO. For Jazz she got to spend lots of time with Grandma & her Aunts, staying over & getting more spoiled then usual then she would return to Daddy on the weekends & come see me.

Once she started school we didnt have that luxury because my family doesnt live in the same school district, but thanks to friends, the school & family going out of their way we have made it work.

Its just harder when they become more aware of whats happening. Trust me when I tell you that it will be much harder on you then on the little one.

I hope you get a quick response & are back home soon!

Maybe I will give you a ring from my room when I am in!

 

[JazzysMom]

CHRISTIAN! We will be in together. Not that we can "visit", but in spirit we can.

I didnt breast feed so it was easier for me. I didnt have my first admit until Jazz was 21 months so it wasnt bad. Its much easier when they are little IMHO. For Jazz she got to spend lots of time with Grandma & her Aunts, staying over & getting more spoiled then usual then she would return to Daddy on the weekends & come see me.

Once she started school we didnt have that luxury because my family doesnt live in the same school district, but thanks to friends, the school & family going out of their way we have made it work.

Its just harder when they become more aware of whats happening. Trust me when I tell you that it will be much harder on you then on the little one.

I hope you get a quick response & are back home soon!

Maybe I will give you a ring from my room when I am in!

 

[JazzysMom]

CHRISTIAN! We will be in together. Not that we can "visit", but in spirit we can.

I didnt breast feed so it was easier for me. I didnt have my first admit until Jazz was 21 months so it wasnt bad. Its much easier when they are little IMHO. For Jazz she got to spend lots of time with Grandma & her Aunts, staying over & getting more spoiled then usual then she would return to Daddy on the weekends & come see me.

Once she started school we didnt have that luxury because my family doesnt live in the same school district, but thanks to friends, the school & family going out of their way we have made it work.

Its just harder when they become more aware of whats happening. Trust me when I tell you that it will be much harder on you then on the little one.

I hope you get a quick response & are back home soon!

Maybe I will give you a ring from my room when I am in!

 

[JazzysMom]

CHRISTIAN! We will be in together. Not that we can "visit", but in spirit we can.

I didnt breast feed so it was easier for me. I didnt have my first admit until Jazz was 21 months so it wasnt bad. Its much easier when they are little IMHO. For Jazz she got to spend lots of time with Grandma & her Aunts, staying over & getting more spoiled then usual then she would return to Daddy on the weekends & come see me.

Once she started school we didnt have that luxury because my family doesnt live in the same school district, but thanks to friends, the school & family going out of their way we have made it work.

Its just harder when they become more aware of whats happening. Trust me when I tell you that it will be much harder on you then on the little one.

I hope you get a quick response & are back home soon!

Maybe I will give you a ring from my room when I am in!

 

[JazzysMom]

CHRISTIAN! We will be in together. Not that we can "visit", but in spirit we can.

I didnt breast feed so it was easier for me. I didnt have my first admit until Jazz was 21 months so it wasnt bad. Its much easier when they are little IMHO. For Jazz she got to spend lots of time with Grandma & her Aunts, staying over & getting more spoiled then usual then she would return to Daddy on the weekends & come see me.

Once she started school we didnt have that luxury because my family doesnt live in the same school district, but thanks to friends, the school & family going out of their way we have made it work.

Its just harder when they become more aware of whats happening. Trust me when I tell you that it will be much harder on you then on the little one.

I hope you get a quick response & are back home soon!

Maybe I will give you a ring from my room when I am in!

 

[Landy]

Are home IVs not an option? That's what I've done & it's worked well. Good luck, either way!<img src="i/expressions/rose.gif" border="0">

 

[Landy]

Are home IVs not an option? That's what I've done & it's worked well. Good luck, either way!<img src="i/expressions/rose.gif" border="0">

 

[Landy]

Are home IVs not an option? That's what I've done & it's worked well. Good luck, either way!<img src="i/expressions/rose.gif" border="0">

 

[Landy]

Are home IVs not an option? That's what I've done & it's worked well. Good luck, either way!<img src="i/expressions/rose.gif" border="0">

 

[Landy]

Are home IVs not an option? That's what I've done & it's worked well. Good luck, either way!<img src="i/expressions/rose.gif" border="0">

 

[mom2lillian]

I did IV's in July when Lillian was 7 months old but it was home IV's only. I know some hospitals will let you keep infant with you if that is an option you are interested (though I am sure it would take a HUGE fuss).

I know its different for me since I work but after trying to keep up my 'normal' schedule ie working full tme and being a mom I found it too tiring and was not taking good enough care of myself, this was a very stressful decision for me but I took the rest of the two weeks off of work and Lillian still went to daycare. For now on I will always take the two weeks off (ok first time I have put that in writing but I really will try).

Now I dont think you work full time outside the home (though definately inside home) so your 'norm' schedule will most likely need to be pared down too so I would rely on those around you to help out as much as possible.

As for the BF, I woudl call the lactation center in your hospital and see if they have a pump you can use (electronic double pump) in house that they will just loan you or at least only charge you for the 2 weeks. If you are trying ot cut it with a substandard pump your supply could really take a hit. I woudl also try to see if hubby and soemone else could run DS up to the hospital on a daily basis to nurse and visit for your comfort as well as his.

hang in there!


EDITED TO ADD:

<a target=_blank class=ftalternatingbarlinklarge href="http://neonatal.ama.ttuhsc.edu/lact/medicationforumspage.html
">http://neonatal.ama.ttuhsc.edu...cationforumspage.html
</a>
that is Dr. Hale's forum-he is the foremost breastmilk expert so if you have any fears regarding the antibiotics and breastfeeding it can ease your mind. The only real concern would be the possibilty of getting thrush and I did not have this happen.

 

[mom2lillian]

I did IV's in July when Lillian was 7 months old but it was home IV's only. I know some hospitals will let you keep infant with you if that is an option you are interested (though I am sure it would take a HUGE fuss).

I know its different for me since I work but after trying to keep up my 'normal' schedule ie working full tme and being a mom I found it too tiring and was not taking good enough care of myself, this was a very stressful decision for me but I took the rest of the two weeks off of work and Lillian still went to daycare. For now on I will always take the two weeks off (ok first time I have put that in writing but I really will try).

Now I dont think you work full time outside the home (though definately inside home) so your 'norm' schedule will most likely need to be pared down too so I would rely on those around you to help out as much as possible.

As for the BF, I woudl call the lactation center in your hospital and see if they have a pump you can use (electronic double pump) in house that they will just loan you or at least only charge you for the 2 weeks. If you are trying ot cut it with a substandard pump your supply could really take a hit. I woudl also try to see if hubby and soemone else could run DS up to the hospital on a daily basis to nurse and visit for your comfort as well as his.

hang in there!


EDITED TO ADD:

<a target=_blank class=ftalternatingbarlinklarge href="http://neonatal.ama.ttuhsc.edu/lact/medicationforumspage.html
">http://neonatal.ama.ttuhsc.edu...cationforumspage.html
</a>
that is Dr. Hale's forum-he is the foremost breastmilk expert so if you have any fears regarding the antibiotics and breastfeeding it can ease your mind. The only real concern would be the possibilty of getting thrush and I did not have this happen.

 

[mom2lillian]

I did IV's in July when Lillian was 7 months old but it was home IV's only. I know some hospitals will let you keep infant with you if that is an option you are interested (though I am sure it would take a HUGE fuss).

I know its different for me since I work but after trying to keep up my 'normal' schedule ie working full tme and being a mom I found it too tiring and was not taking good enough care of myself, this was a very stressful decision for me but I took the rest of the two weeks off of work and Lillian still went to daycare. For now on I will always take the two weeks off (ok first time I have put that in writing but I really will try).

Now I dont think you work full time outside the home (though definately inside home) so your 'norm' schedule will most likely need to be pared down too so I would rely on those around you to help out as much as possible.

As for the BF, I woudl call the lactation center in your hospital and see if they have a pump you can use (electronic double pump) in house that they will just loan you or at least only charge you for the 2 weeks. If you are trying ot cut it with a substandard pump your supply could really take a hit. I woudl also try to see if hubby and soemone else could run DS up to the hospital on a daily basis to nurse and visit for your comfort as well as his.

hang in there!


EDITED TO ADD:

<a target=_blank class=ftalternatingbarlinklarge href="http://neonatal.ama.ttuhsc.edu/lact/medicationforumspage.html
">http://neonatal.ama.ttuhsc.edu...cationforumspage.html
</a>
that is Dr. Hale's forum-he is the foremost breastmilk expert so if you have any fears regarding the antibiotics and breastfeeding it can ease your mind. The only real concern would be the possibilty of getting thrush and I did not have this happen.

 

[mom2lillian]

I did IV's in July when Lillian was 7 months old but it was home IV's only. I know some hospitals will let you keep infant with you if that is an option you are interested (though I am sure it would take a HUGE fuss).

I know its different for me since I work but after trying to keep up my 'normal' schedule ie working full tme and being a mom I found it too tiring and was not taking good enough care of myself, this was a very stressful decision for me but I took the rest of the two weeks off of work and Lillian still went to daycare. For now on I will always take the two weeks off (ok first time I have put that in writing but I really will try).

Now I dont think you work full time outside the home (though definately inside home) so your 'norm' schedule will most likely need to be pared down too so I would rely on those around you to help out as much as possible.

As for the BF, I woudl call the lactation center in your hospital and see if they have a pump you can use (electronic double pump) in house that they will just loan you or at least only charge you for the 2 weeks. If you are trying ot cut it with a substandard pump your supply could really take a hit. I woudl also try to see if hubby and soemone else could run DS up to the hospital on a daily basis to nurse and visit for your comfort as well as his.

hang in there!


EDITED TO ADD:

<a target=_blank class=ftalternatingbarlinklarge href="http://neonatal.ama.ttuhsc.edu/lact/medicationforumspage.html
">http://neonatal.ama.ttuhsc.edu...cationforumspage.html
</a>
that is Dr. Hale's forum-he is the foremost breastmilk expert so if you have any fears regarding the antibiotics and breastfeeding it can ease your mind. The only real concern would be the possibilty of getting thrush and I did not have this happen.

 

[mom2lillian]

I did IV's in July when Lillian was 7 months old but it was home IV's only. I know some hospitals will let you keep infant with you if that is an option you are interested (though I am sure it would take a HUGE fuss).

I know its different for me since I work but after trying to keep up my 'normal' schedule ie working full tme and being a mom I found it too tiring and was not taking good enough care of myself, this was a very stressful decision for me but I took the rest of the two weeks off of work and Lillian still went to daycare. For now on I will always take the two weeks off (ok first time I have put that in writing but I really will try).

Now I dont think you work full time outside the home (though definately inside home) so your 'norm' schedule will most likely need to be pared down too so I would rely on those around you to help out as much as possible.

As for the BF, I woudl call the lactation center in your hospital and see if they have a pump you can use (electronic double pump) in house that they will just loan you or at least only charge you for the 2 weeks. If you are trying ot cut it with a substandard pump your supply could really take a hit. I woudl also try to see if hubby and soemone else could run DS up to the hospital on a daily basis to nurse and visit for your comfort as well as his.

hang in there!


EDITED TO ADD:

<a target=_blank class=ftalternatingbarlinklarge href="http://neonatal.ama.ttuhsc.edu/lact/medicationforumspage.html
">http://neonatal.ama.ttuhsc.edu...cationforumspage.html
</a>
that is Dr. Hale's forum-he is the foremost breastmilk expert so if you have any fears regarding the antibiotics and breastfeeding it can ease your mind. The only real concern would be the possibilty of getting thrush and I did not have this happen.