Dilly Posted May 27, 2007 Author Share Posted May 27, 2007 Yes, you can (AFTER the milk comes in), but I think it might be helpful to let him get a good latch developed before going to the pump. I started pumping on the 4th of May and get like 2.5 ounces - 10 ounces on days that I pump. It's a LOT of work. Daddy will come in handy to make your life lots easier (fetching things, cooking meals, feeding)... I swear, I feel like I'm always feeding Chloe! Very rewarding, but nonetheless, very time-consuming. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rocio Posted May 27, 2007 Share Posted May 27, 2007 Generally the doctor will say that you should refrain from sex for 6 weeks following natural childbirth. The most important thing is that your lochia has stopped. (the bloody discharge after birth that progress in color from red to brown to white and then stops). If you have a tear or an episiotomy than definitely 6 weeks for it to fully heal- to prevent increased risk of infection. Why is it important that the lochia has finished? Nobody told me that (oops). I'm 7.5 weeks PP and it's still on. Apparently some women don't finish until 3 months PP. Do they really have to wait that long to get it on? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hope75 Posted May 27, 2007 Share Posted May 27, 2007 Why is it important that the lochia has finished? Nobody told me that (oops). I'm 7.5 weeks PP and it's still on. Apparently some women don't finish until 3 months PP. Do they really have to wait that long to get it on? From what I remember, apparently the worry is that there are still vessels healing and the risk of hemorrhage is increased so long as there is still lochia- it has to be monitored closely to make sure that the progression goes from bright red to brownish to whitish... increased activity or sexual activity can set it back to bright red- and the doctor worry about hemorrhage. I believe that is what they told me in the OB section of my nursing program- but it's a good question to ask your doctor for more accurate info though since I am not a Post Partum nurse! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rocio Posted May 27, 2007 Share Posted May 27, 2007 great, thank you! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dilly Posted May 28, 2007 Author Share Posted May 28, 2007 I think I just had my period... and I'm exclusively breastfeeding... but I didn't know lochea was the primary concern either. THANKS HOPE. I am 6.5 weeks PP and have not yet gotten it on. My libido went from high-speed to reverse. I'm starting to be totally unconcerned about my boyfriend's pornography use - which is not my normal stance (if I'm around, I don't want him playing uno). If I am not around, I give it a total pass. Anyway, noticing I don't care if he has those needs now. I figure if he wants to seduce me, he will. I just have been so tired, distracted, and sort of feel unattractive with the weight minus the belly. I really need to start doing my exercising soon. Will start this week perhaps when I go back to work... ugggh. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ash Posted May 28, 2007 Share Posted May 28, 2007 I didn't think it was at all uncommon to have periods while breastfeeding. M had difficulty at first getting her milk flow up. We found that when we got sexy together it helped get things going, keeping in mind there is a difference between sex and just intercourse. FWIW, I always found breastfeeding women quite attactive. There was never an issue with me not wanting to seduce her. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dilly Posted May 28, 2007 Author Share Posted May 28, 2007 Yes, I can tell you my partner is really into the whole process. More than I am for sure. But it thrills me that he is. I read recently that the nipple emits pheromones to attract the baby to it and also, the opposite sex. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rocio Posted May 29, 2007 Share Posted May 29, 2007 I hadn't heard of that. Mine is just envious. Dilly, why not keep your man sane by helping out with hj's and bj's? When you're ready to try the real thing, alcohol can really help you get your mojo back. Feed baby lots and lots, give her a bath, then put her to bed. Have a two or three drinks, and if she wakes up through the night, feed her some of the milk you've pumped. I know I couldn't have done it the first time without some Baileys. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dilly Posted May 29, 2007 Author Share Posted May 29, 2007 Hey Miss Hazey, Oh my, I do give him plenty of hj's and bj's. I even play a little uno with him at my side. And we did do it yesterday and it was great, all three minutes of it, haha. I just had an insatiable appetite before 37 weeks and now, it's not so strong. He needs it daily and sometimes, right after I put the baby down. I don't want him relying heavily on porn but that doesn't so much bother me anymore. Anyway, good advice... thanks! I really do want to drink a little. I want a good, cold natural light and a nice chilled glass of wine. Bailey's doesn't sound half-bad either. I will use some bottled and afford myself the luxury... again, thanks Dills Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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