my postpartum heart failure.
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Holy moly I had paripartum cardiomyopathy as well. They caught mine right before. I’ve never known anyone else who had it. I’m so glad you and the baby are well! My son is now 14. My left ventricle is completely healed. You are amazing and strong. Hang in there. Echos and ejection fractions are your friend now. You look beautiful.
Thank you for sharing.
I also literally just went through this in May. Scariest thing I've ever experienced.
Lisa inspires me.. My parents said if i get 50K followers They'd buy me a professional camera for recording..begging u guys , literally
Begging...
I was diagnosed in 2021 5 months after my second baby, my EF was 17% my dr said it was rare but it seems like it’s becoming more common. But maybe that’s just cause of social media.
I’m glad you are healed, it gives me hope!! ❤❤
@@haileyaaron7106 it’s so scary. I’m glad you are ok!
Pregnancy and labor kills people. Literally. So you’re a warrior, girly. My best friend had kidney failure during pregnancy and after and she’s doing amazing. So you’ve got this girl. 💜💚
Literally, I wish people wouldn’t pressure women so much until doing this. It’s not a walk in the park. Many especially men, are oblivious to what women have to go through to become Mums.
@@spara6124 i completely agree. And wish we got all the good and the bad before getting pregnant. Even if it’s a 1 percent chance of happening.
@@rebeccaryancrosswell, sometimes ignorance is bliss. I get what you’re saying, but you have to be pretty dumb to not know pregnancy is going to take a toll on you somehow.
Exactly yes!!! I look into this stuff and it is NOT worth it for me. I do not like kids enough to hurt my own body.
Yep. One of the many reasons I’m never birthing children.
Oh no! It's crazy to see the UA-camrs you've been watching for ages struggle....just found out that Grace Helbig has cancer and now this. All the best for your recovery, Lisa. Please seek out all the help you can get! ❤
because of the vaxxine, it wasn't completely safe.. hank green too.. they created in such a rush
Cause it is from taking c0vid jabs!!!! But no one will be outspoken about this common denominator! We can only ignore reality for so long people!!!
Oh my god I was just talking to my sister about this. It saddens me so much. I send them all my love.
@@BrittanyLD1 I can't even talk about it cuz I know they don't want to "go there".. the "get vaxxed" campaign was pretty intense for months sooo.. I guess we gotta pretend all of this is just a coincidence..
@@trmp9923things like this have been happening before the Covid-19 vaccine… they’re not related. Don’t take the gravity of Grace and Lisa’s experiences and minimize them/ blame them on the vaccine.
Women's bodies are just put through the wringer with childbirth. 🙁 Unfortunately women are often told that our issues are anxiety, which is dangerous, I am just so glad that you got into the ED, and got help. We have to be huge advocates for ourselves and really stand up for ourselves and insist on answers. That's such a traumatic experience, I really hope your body, and mind, is on the mend👍
I am sending you the biggest virtual hug ever. Having a traumatic birth is hard, but having a whole traumatic after experience as well is ALOT. We are here for you as you process and heal and whatever that journey looks like for you, you are not alone.
Sending you so much love. I live with a funky heart and it’s terrifying. You got this mama
As a heart failure nurse, someone with a congenital heart disease, and a hopeful one-day mama,I’m rooting for you! Continue to use that voice and stay in touch with your cardiac team! No question is a stupid question! ❤️
Why does this happen?
As a nurse you should be aware that cardiac patients are advised not to get pregnant.
@@porcelaindolli3this is extremely out of tune w the whole message here.
Actually @@brayleemoore4316 it is extremely accurate. If you are not a nurse you wouldn't understand. Cardiac patients are encouraged not to become pregnant.Seeing as TKat is aware of a congenital heart disease, she is only putting herself and baby at risk of severe complications and death which we were taught in Nursing school. Good day. :)
This is what they never tell you about pregnancy and child birth. And they want to force people to go through this. So glad you're okay Lisa.
Oh please.. keep making excuses to kill babies. Close your legs if you don’t like it but you don’t get to kill babies😊
Girl who is forcing you
@@greeneyesrawesomeshe means not allowing women to have abortions and having to go through childbirth when they didn’t want too. Unsure how it’s related to this video though 😂
@@esrosey6000 It's a video about side effects of pregnancy
@@esrosey6000What do you mean you don’t know what it has to do with the video. It’s exactly on theme and relevant lol
I was 22 when I went into cardiac arrest nine times in 36 hours. I was without oxygen for 18 minutes and was in a coma for almost 4 weeks. I have a rare medical condition, called ventricular, tachycardia with long QT syndrome, and I now have a cardiac implant in my chest. You will get through this honey. I know it’s scary now I was petrified and I still to this day have anxiety and very bad PTSD from the experience. You can get through this.
You’re literally my effing hero!!! My lord that all sounds so terrifying and I’m so sorry you went through that. I hope you’re doing well these days!❤️❤️
i have vtach as well!!! im glad you're doing better, you're amazing.
@@dasiajb the Lord is amazing! I am blessed with life and I don’t take that for granted
If you're without oxygen for 15 minutes, serious brain damage becomes permanent and the chance of survival is near impossible.
I hate people that lie for clout on the Internet.
@@ciaraalfrey1522 and if you’re not a hypocrite you should apologize for these accusations
Lisa, I am a second year medical student. I watched this video a couple months back when you first posted this. I am now in my cardiology block and I was studying dilated cardiomyopathy today and I had to come back to this video because I remembered you talking about the same symptoms given you just had your baby. I realized this was what you were diagnosed with! I appreciate you sharing your story, because now when I start working and a patient comes in postpartum presenting the same key symptoms, I can be on the lookout for this and treat my patients faster. Sending you all the love and strength through this time. You will come out on top of this! Congratulations, your baby is so beautiful
I also had a traumatic postpartum experience and almost died. I will never forget getting discharged after a 14 day hospital stay and the doctor coming in to give me my walking instructions and casually looking at me and saying “your daughter is a lucky girl, 15 years ago you would have become of the bad statistics”
Took my 9 months to get my levels back to normal and took be a a total of 13 months to fully recover. Good luck.
Really nice of him to say that.. 😳 jeez
Some docs have no fing beside manner
I hate how disconnected Drs are from common decency and basic psychology. That's just not something you say to someone who just went through something like that. Glad things ended up okay.
My sister-in-law had this and she is doing really well now! She totally recovered! Praying the same for you!
Hi- I hope you see this, I had pregnancy related cardiomyopathy too. My EF was 30%. It was so hard taking care of a newborn and not sure of your prognosis. This was 10 years ago and I still have PTSD but please know over time it will get less and less emotional. I get what you're going through. All you can do it take it day to day. This will hopefully pass soon ❤
Just wanted to say you’re not alone, I have tremendous PTSD from a traumatic heart event and open heart surgery when I was 38. There was so much trauma, shame, guilt, embarrassment, fear, sadness etc and people don’t talk about it enough. Hang in there, so many of us are standing in this with you. Just sending you so much love!
Long time follower and a nurse myself. I’m so glad you made that phone call to your doctor. Never underestimate intuition. So glad you’re okay.
I was diagnosed with Peripartum Cardiomyopathy as well (It does get easier to say haha). ❤ For me, diagnosis was 7 years ago, at just 24 years old. I know this diagnosis can be quite daunting. You are already in such a vulnerable time in your life, having just had a new baby. My heart truly goes out to you. If it brings you any light, I have been in remission for quite a while now. I am on medication for life ( a low dose) but I suppose that is a small price to pay when it means getting the opportunity to watch my kids grow up! Once upon a time PPCM felt like a part of my identity, it was all consuming! Now I barely even think about it anymore. I guess what I’m trying to say is, normalcy and recovery do exist post diagnosis. I’m wishing you the absolute best! Go get all those new baby snuggles! Breathe in that new baby smell, and don’t let PPCM steal this precious time away from you.
Don’t feel you have to ignore the physical and emotional pain you are experiencing right now. My mum had a very traumatic 2nd birth and felt she was a bad mum because she was very unwell and upset during a time when “you’re supposed to be happy” Just remember you’re not supposed to be anything, life comes at us so hard sometimes! Be kind to yourself and heal as slowly as you need to~ god bless x
You got this mamma. First, congratulations on bringing your sweet baby into the world happy and healthy. Second, also congrats to you for navigating this serious health journey like you are. You are so strong, and I know you are going to pass each step with flying colors. You and your family are in our prayers.
Sweetheart, I too had the exact same story as you. Wonderful pregnancy, failed induction, c-section, home 3 days, and back to the hospital unable to breathe. Was given the same diagnosis, told that the outcome was totally unpredictable, not to have more children, and take my meds. Very scary! Great news! My son is almost 21 years old now and a Junior in college. I still take my enalapril every day, but I am doing well, and my ejection fraction is now on the lower side of normal. We adopted two children to make our family complete. It will all work out.
My cousin went thru the same thing she is completely fine 3 yrs later. You are so strong and I'm sure you will do great!
Just wanted to say as someone who’s been watching UA-cam for over 10 years, it’s great to see your face and I’m so happy to hear your baby is healthy and well. I think unexpected health changes during and after pregnancy are so important to talk about! It’s great to see all the people in the comments sharing their experiences, too. I hope you know you’re not alone and I hope that you have a ton of support around you. ❤
I know it probably sounds weird but it’s honestly so refreshing to see and hear someone who’s struggling with heart failure as well. It’s been almost a year since I was diagnosed and it’s even more frustrating when it comes out of nowhere. One day you’re living your life with your family, you’re not over weight, don’t drink or smoke, live a healthy lifestyle and then suddenly you start to feel a little off, you of course don’t think it’s something intense like heart failure so you chalk it up to a million other things, until you know something is really wrong. I was pretty much dying for a month, having the same symptoms before I finally went to the hospital and found out my heart was failing. It’s devastating to hear, especially at such a young age, I was 27 at the time, and having a child to think of and worry about makes it 10x harder, I’m thankful my parents where able to drive down to help and could watch and bring my son to the hospital so I could see him. It completely changes your life overnight but having a good support system, taking those meds, listening to your body and as hard as it seems trying to stay positive even though things can feel so overwhelming and scary. You got this!
I am still on heart medication from my delivery with my son. It’s been 4 years.
Your heart monitor is amazing. Mine had a million cords.
Take care of yourself momma. ❤
Think of you! 22 years ago I developed post viral cardiomyopathy and went into congestive heart failure. It’s scary but I have faith that you’ll come through it just fine!❤
I was diagnosed with cardiomyopathy 5 years ago, they said they believed it to be caused by a virus. Ejection fraction rate was 30%. Doc mentioned pacemakers and heart transplants etc. so scary! Happy to say my EFR is back to normal!
I don't have kids, but the medical anxiety piece of your journey really speaks to me. I neglect my health and checkups out of severe anxiety, so for you to be thrown into a situation where you have no other option but to take it, and let them do tests on you is so scary, and incredible. I just know you'll be okay, Lisa. ❤
Heart issues are so overwhelming and it can take day/months to wrap around what’s happening (I was born with a heart problem). Praying for you and your family and sending all the positive vibes! ❤
Becoming a mom has made you stronger Lisa❤
When I was 20 I had pregnancy induced congestive heart failure after having my son almost 11 yrs ago. I am now 31 and my son will be 11 in oct, I am here for you and get what your going through. Sending big hugs your way from Alabama
The power of social media and the things we learn each day. As a mom of 3 kids, I have never heard of this condition. I hope you get better soon hun
I just randomly came across your video and wanted to take a moment to encourage you. I too had postpartum cardiomyopathy after the birth of my last child. I recall dragging myself to Walmart for a diaper run and having to sit in the shoe section and call my husband because I had no breath to even walk back to my car. I just want to encourage you to hang in there. This can get better. The diagnosis and the process of healing can be scary but it seems your on the right path. Give yourself time, be dedicated in your medication routine and medical care and I pray that things will get better. ❤
When I've learned is that giving birth is almost never how you expect it to go you're one of the lucky ones if it is. Being a mom is one of the hardest things you'll ever do, as well as being one of the most rewarding. There is no love that compares. But it can really do a number to your body in ways you expect and don't. Thank you for sharing and I'm so glad that you and baby are okay and that Dad was there to be able to take care of baby. Sending you nothing but love light positivity and healing during such a rough and traumatic time in your life.
Hi! Nurse here- sending you love. Please utilize your nurses for education and for ALL questions. There’s no such thing as a bad question. Sending you peace, healing, love. ❤
You are right--take it a day at a time. You have a beautiful baby, a wonderful husband, and a great doggie. Take your meds, follow Doctor's instructions. We all wish you an uneventful recovery--no matter how long it takes. Sending you love. I know I will always be here hoping for your speedy recovery. 💗
I almost died three years ago during the birth of my son due to a postpartum hemorrhage. The PTSD and depression following that was a nightmare. It does get better. Hang in there. The strength of women is unmatched.
I was diagnosed with preeclampsia right before I gave birth. And after we had him, our first night I felt incredibly ill and was told to go to the ER. I was diagnosed with postpartum preeclampsia and my sweet husband had to be like a single dad as well! I was very blessed with our doctors and our family was such a huge help! Just to put icing on the cake I also got PPD lol. Sending you lots of love! Everything will be okay!!
I went thru CHF and cardiomyopathy after my last baby 2yrs ago. I had a PE and woke up 27hrs later after at a different hospital in the critical ICU. It was sbout 72hrs after my C-section and thankfully it happened in the hospital and i woke up and only had to spend another 5 days in the 2nd hospital. I've made a strong revovery, 2yrs out now. I was discharged with an external defibrillator had to wear. I totally relate. Just keep taking the meds and dont get too ahead of yourself bc that was me also. You got this!!
My first and only baby was born September 9th last year and I had a traumatic labor and postpartum experience. I had an immediate postpartum hemorrhage with a 32 hour labor. I’m sending you all the love because it’s hard not only on your body but on your mind.
Thank you for being so open about this. I cannot fathom how scary this journey is for you. Your bravery is definitely showing - keep it up, mama!
I, too, am a survivor of this condition. My son’s birth 24 years ago was completely normal, but the aftermath was far from it. I had the same symptoms as you and ended up with a week stay in the hospital. My ejection fraction was 13% and I had two mini strokes along with it. The good news is that IT GETS BETTER! Once you become educated and really understand your situation, you will learn to live with it. Be gentle with yourself because even once you improve physically, your mental health needs more time. It took a long time before it wasn’t the first thing on my mind upon waking, and the last thing when retiring for the night. You will learn to be very in-tune with your heart, so listen to it. I was surrounded by an amazing team of cardiologists and support staff(Mayo Clinic). As with you, my husband was amazing! Even though I stumbled upon your channel, I want you to know you aren’t alone. Feel free to reach out if you need an ear, some empathy, some encouragement or a virtual hug. Take good care of yourself!
Exact thing happened to me in 2013. I could write an entire book about my experience, but what I have learned is 1. DO NOT look it up online. That only shows worst case scenarios and your situation can be very different. 2. Be prepared to deal with the mental part of it long after the heart failure is under control. For me, PSTD, severe anxiety and depression afterwards was FAR worst than the actual heart failure. 3. Trust your doctor's. Although this is rare, it DOES happen and there are courses of direction in how to treat this. 4. Lastly, watch for delayed postpartum. Mine hit about 2 years afterwards and I think it was because I was already dealing with my heart stuff right after. Ultimately, I will never be 100% back to normal, but the normal I'm at now is high functioning and can do everything I used to do pre-pregnancy. The only medication I'm on now is for my blood pressure and mostly to keep things going at a steady rate, which I'm expected to take probably for the rest of my life and just part of my morning and night routine. The only downside was that it was recommended to not have any more kids, but the one I got was perfect and I would go through everything to get her again. I KNOW this is scary and is going to feel like it's the hardest thing you've had to do. Just know there are people out there that have been through this and you aren't alone. You got this!
Oh Lisa! I'm so sorry. My first birth was also traumatic. Sending you love, strength and healing vibes. Huge hug to you!! You got this!
Oh no hon! I’m so sorry you’re going through this! It’s definitely scary, but I believe you’ll get through it and so glad you have an awesome support system! I’m also going through some major medical struggles this year with one being a mystery diagnosis and lots of ER visits and tests, so I feel you! I’m just glad to hear your sweet daughter is perfect, happy and healthy! I’m praying for you and love you and send you huge soul hugs! ❤
Omg lisa I cant even imagine how scary that must’ve been/still is on you, we are so glad you’re okay and we love you!! Congratulations ❤
I am so proud of you, Lisa. I had 2 traumatic births (my first was a failed induction/emergency C-section with severe preeclampsia and almost bleeding out in the OR... I developed heart problems after having my 2nd) and I just want to say, out of everything, that you are SO loved and to give yourself grace and time. Grief/Trauma counseling has helped me tremendously. Talking about my experience and knowing that I am not alone SAVED me. I am sending you and your family so, so much warmth and peace. Please reach out to other trauma mamas and know that you are so brave and strong. Truly, I am in awe of you. Take all the time you need to recover. I wish I knew you personally so that I could offer more comfort and support, but I'm sending so much love from NE. xoxo
OMG LISA! That is crazy!!! I'm happy you had the right people there for you & hoping for the fastest recovery for you 💜
Also as a fellow medical anxiety person, i really appreciate you describing what your symptoms were so everyone can be on the look out.
I'm so glad that baby girl is happy and healthy. Sending you so much love and healing vibes, Lisa ❤️🙏🏻
Lisa, I have been watching you since I was a kiddo, I’m 25 now with my own kid! Thank you so much for being so vulnerable and opening up about your traumatic birth experience
I had one of my own with my son when my appendix ruptured at 37 weeks pregnant. The whole experience left me so traumatized that it’s almost ridiculous seeing the anxiety I have even just going to a check up. But you’ve made my feelings feel validated. Thank you.
I've been so worried about you!!! So glad you updated us. We're here for what Evers in your future! Wow you're so strong!
I'm so sorry you had to go through this scary episode and I hope and pray that recovery is swift. Silver lining.....little Annie is here, happy and healthy and we couldn't be happier for you all.
Oh, Lisa! We have been through so much. Congratulations on Miss Annie ❤ Take good care of yourself and accept help. Love and light to you.
I am so sorry you’re going through this. I am wishing you a fast and very healthy recovery!
I’m so sorry, Lisa. This has to have been such a scary experience for you and your whole family. 💜 I’m so glad you chose to go to the urgent care, it’s so easy to pass off medical concerns as anxiety for those of us who struggle with anxiety and this is a really good reminder to me to listen to my body. Sending healing vibes your way!
Sending you all of my healing energy Lisa, you are all in my thoughts. My woohoo energy is on it way to you!! God I can't imagine how overwhelming this must have been for you on so many levels. I'm so happy to hear that your girl is perfect and every way possible and that Jeff was able to just single parent while you were getting better You guys are amazing and thank you for coming and sharing your experiences 🏵️🏵️
Oh Lisa! Sending you all the good vibes for continued healing. Congratulations on the arrival of sweet Annie ❤
needed this. thank you so so much for being so transparent. any surprise health condition can be so debilitating, physically and mentally. i admire your strength and perseverance.
I am so sorry you went through this! It’s only going to get better from here! Honestly it would help you so much to talk to someone ( therapy) or support groups! So glad you are healthy!
We love you Lisa take all the time you need to recover ❤️
Thank you for sharing your story, Lisa! There is a lot that comes with having children that people don't talk about. I know this will be helpful for people who are going through the same thing to know they aren't alone, and for people like me who want to have kids in the future. You and Jeff are showing immense strength. You have been in my thoughts, and I will continue to put out all the positive energy towards your healing. In our parasocial internet way, I love you and wish the best for you and your family. Congratulations to you and Jeff for your baby girl 💕
Oh, Lisa! Prayers for your recovery and healing. Thankful your baby is healthy and happy and grateful for your awesome husband!
I had my daughter last year. I also have medical anxiety and had major depression during pregnancy. I ended up being induced because I had pre-eclampsia. I have decided to just focus on my daughter and really make sure I’m healthy for her so I can be with her for as long as I can. I’m still struggling with my decision to have one kid but I just want to make sure I’m there mentally and physically for my kiddo. Enjoy these new born stages as much as possible! They are soooo sweet! Then as she gets older they get super fun!!!
Cried with you the entire time. We love you Lisa ! Your bravery and strength is inspiring. Annie is so lucky ❤ kudos to Jeff for being a kick ass dad !!
*Please read* I’m in my mid 30’s. I’ve yet to have children due to fear of medical complications. I’m almost finished watching this video, hearing the absolute horror of what you’ve been through, and I am so so sorry for your pain. Stories like this typically confirm my fears. But, this story moved me in an entirely different way. In your story, I don’t only see heartbreaking circumstances…but strength that is far greater. Your heart failed you, but you did not fail your heart…and you have sincerely filled mine with hope. Thank you for sharing your story. I’m willing to bet you never imagined that your story would actually inspire someone to have children but, it has. Your strength in this moment of trying times, has truly shifted my perspective. Maybe my dream of having a child isn’t entirely out of reach…Thank you for sharing your story, thank you for your bravery, and may that little bundle of love one day know how very strong their momma is, and was…from day one. God bless your lovely family of 3…❤
You are so strong and amazing! To have gone through a traumatic birth and now be dealing with this, you are stronger than you ever possibly knew. Thank you for sharing something so vulnerable with us ❤️
I’ve never seen your videos before, this one just came up on my recommended. I couldn’t help but watch your journey. You are an incredible woman. You are so brave and you are going to kick that heart problems butt! You’re going to be a fantastic mom. Learning to advocate for yourself will help you and your baby in the long run too. You’re a warrior. Truly. I would also recommend you talk to a therapist. That is a lot of trauma to work through and I know it helped me a lot to talk about things like that. You got this!
So glad your doctor sent you to the hospital ultimately! Medical gaslighting happens a lot to women. Sending you and your family lots of good energy
I’m sorry that you’ve been dealing with this form of cardiomyopathy, I can only imagine how difficult it’s been and how scared you must feel sending the world of love your way
Thank you for sharing. It is so comforting to know I’m not alone. On the day I delivered my daughter we found out that I had stage 4 cancer and later diagnosed with peripartum cardiomyopathy. It was a rough road to recovery, but please know there is a whole community of mamas lifting you up. You’ve got this!
I'm sending you the biggest hug and absolute support. I'm so sorry. It's so hard. I had 3 C-sections. I'm so grateful you're still here and please know you definitely got my support. Sending you love 💙
Oh Lisa, this sounds so scary and difficult. So glad you’re doing okay and that baby Annie is healthy and happy. Sending you love and healing energy ❤️
You're so strong, Lisa ❤ Sending you healing energy 💖 You got this, girl.
sending you all the love in the world right now, lisa ❤
so happy to hear annie is happy and healthy. you’re so strong and you’ve got all of us in your corner ♥️♥️♥️
❤❤❤❤ thanks for sharing your story. I feel like this is healing for so many people in the comments being seen and also for future moms to be aware of these symptoms
Omg Lisa this is crazy. I am so happy that you are here with us right now. You are so brave to not only be going through this but for sharing your journey. I wish you, baby Annie, and Jeff all the best.
I went through something very similar.. ended up with a pacer defibrillator at 32 years old.. but I feel better than ever. Best of luck ❤️
I went through this exact thing and was scared to death and have long term issues now. well wishes for a full recovery
I had double pneumonia a couple years ago and also developed diastolic dysfunction in my heart. Basically my hearts pumps normally but it don’t rest like it should. It’s a beginning of heart failure. Once you are have processed everything all you can do is be proactive and you are doing so. You got this Lisa! My entire family is rooting for you! This is just a path on your road but not your whole life journey.
Thank you for sharing this portion of your story Lisa!
I am so glad that you have a village of people you and Jeff can turn to in scary times. I am also glad your friend was there with you and was an advocate in the hospital.
May you continue to heal and enjoy your time with your family.
You have the strength of a new mama. You pushed through for you and your baby ❤️
I wish I could give you the biggest hug, I can only imagine how hard this must all be. Lisa you are one of the strongest people I know and you got this. Sending lots of love to you and your little family ❤
i really admire your strength. i am sending prayers for a full recovery!
My dad has heart failure and fluid in the lungs, he’s doing much better now! You’ll get through this Lisa! ♥️
I'm so proud of you for sharing this. You have all of us sending you love and the best thoughts. Congrats on the beautiful baby!!
Cried with you through this entire video! I am going through a similar heart issue so thank you for being strong and sharing your journey with us. Sending so many healing vibes and prayers❤️❤️❤️
I’ve never wanted to reach through a screen and hug someone so bad in my life. I hope you’re able to get some much needed rest and healing. Sending positive thoughts your way for and your little family to get through this with as much ease as possible.
Aw I feel so bad for you!! I had a lot of birth trauma myself with my daughter, in tears just listening to this right now I’m so sorry!❤️
As a fellow Traumatic Birth Momma, I see you and am sending you virtual hugs and healing vibes. Thank you for sharing your story with us. 💕
I used to watch your videos I wanna say about 7 years ago.
I'm so sorry to hear what you're going through but also happy for you and your new family with this lovely little one.
Good luck with your new normal, keep it one day at a time and you'll become a natural. You're so strong getting through this.
Thank you for your honesty and mustering up the courage to battle through and share this. Even just being aware of traumatic births and sudden health makes us all more aware and more empathetic and understanding in life.
Lisa, you’re so freaking brave and strong. I also deal with severe anxiety and just had my son a month ago. I too also had to have an emergency c section, and I remember the extreme anxiety I felt. Lastly, I had swelling from my hips down to my feet, it was absolutely horrible and worrisome. You making this video helps so many birthing folks. I myself had no idea this could potentially happen. From being discharged with no concerns to something of concern is a feeling I can’t even compartmentalize, and the fact that you had the strength to share this with us, I feel unworthy. Thank you so much for sharing your story! We love you very much. I’m praying that you continue to make a full recovery! I’m so happy your baby is healthy, and you are able to be home with your loved ones! I also continue to pray for your peace of mind, I so so soooo can relate to the debilitating anxiety that comes with a diagnosis like this, i so want to give you a tight hug and assure you that everything will be okay! Much love!
I'm so glad you and the baby are ok. This sounds so insanely scary. Thank you for sharing ❤️
I’m very hopeful and convicted that you will recover. You’re a strong woman and mother. We’re all rooting for you. You’ll look back at this hard time and be calm. Bless you Lisa.
It's overwhelming and scary on the best of days, and you just brought home a tiny human!! you got this, we love you, you have tons of moms supporting you.
I have been watching you since I was a junior in high school, I’m now 28 years old! I really appreciate the vulnerability you gave us in this video, it helps so many of us going through similar things. Wishing the best for you ❤
Absolutely Wonder Woman! You got this Mumma Lisa! As a fellow woman who had a traumatic birth and severe medical complications as a result (I am now in a wheelchair) you’ve got my love and support !
Wishing you a speedy recovery, Lisbug!
All the love to you!!!❤ So happy to hear your voice. Praying for quick recovery and sending all the hugs!! 🥰
I also had a traumatic post birth… went into the hospital 3 days PP with pre-eclampsia… I was grocery shopping in Kroger… 3 days PP, I know, that’s crazy! Started feeling off, took my BP on machine… it wouldn’t read so I got them to do it manually.. BP was 195/100, they literally told me to go straight to the ER and I did… 2 days later after hospital stay with magnesium (worst med ever) I went home. It was really hard adjusting at first but I’m great now and you will be too! I’m so glad to read all of these stories and see we are not alone. Women are amazing. MOMS are amazing, prayers and good thoughts for you and family. ❤️
Can’t imagine how overwhelming this must be for you, especially after having a baby. I’ve been in heart failure too, so I kind of understand, and I know you’ve got this, however challenging it is. My heart failure came from a gene mutation and ended up in a heart transplant a few months later, but heart failure can be treated and cured in many many cases✨ Again, you really got this, this is the first video I see of you, but I am pretty sure you have an amazing support system and great communication skills. I’ll share some of my heart failure tips below:
-walk and keep being active, even if it’s 5 minutes and you don’t feel like doing it (I used to wear lounge wear and shoes at home and ask ppl to come round and take me for a walk anytime they felt like it)
-keep a bag with goodies and entertainment stuff just in case you eve have to go back to the hospital (book, charger, toothbrush, socks, headphones, earplugs, sudokus…)
-use a lot of spices on the food, so it’s not that bland
-i read a lot of books and quotes from the stoics, that helped me a lot mentally, it might help you too with uncertainty
-constantly adapt (if you cannot run, walk; if you cannot walk, walk in place; if not stretch, or adapt your strength training or yoga poses -for me, laying down or having my head below my heart/bending was horrible)
-found out that swimming was great (horizontal position, so blood flow was better)
-never feel guilty for taking naps, saying no, and resting, that is VERY important
-therapy and Instagram community are GREAT
-keep a log of blood pressure and weight, and be mindful of how your body is feeling, no one knows your body better than you do
-find out if you feel more comfortable with tight leggings of loose clothes (for me it was loose clothing)
-i avoided heavy foods, tried intermittent fasting and reduced carbs (i felt dizzy after meals)
-i took Q10, approved by my doctor, it helped tremendously with my energy (especially mental energy), but i understand not everyone wants to try that
-COMMUNICATION to both doctors and support system, do not be afraid to explain how you and your body are feeling, they need to know in order to help you (and please do not feel guilty for needing help, check out the spoon theory, you might feel identified)
Hopefully that was helpful, take care and enjoy time with your family✨✨✨
❤ praying for a complete healing for you. You got this!
Bless your literal heart ❤
Please take care and accept all help offered. I'm glad your Mom and friends are nearby.
Hang in there Lisa!!! I’ve also went through an unexpected health issue that changed my entire life 2 years ago. It’s scary and emotional but you will get through this! We’re all here to support you! Take it one day at time. 💛