OB/GYN's Advice for Postpartum After Making It Through Her First Week as New Mom

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  • Опубліковано 12 чер 2024
  • This week, Dr. Sarah Bjorkman, a board-certified OB/GYN shares her medical expertise and her own personal experience with the immediate postpartum period as she goes through it herself. In this VLOG, she covers everything from some basics about caring for a new baby, and also some great tips for healing your bottom after birth as well as all that she's learned first hand about the challenges of breastfeeding.
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  • @stevencattani2697
    @stevencattani2697 2 роки тому +570

    Soon to be papa here and researching to find out what hardships my wife may experience so I can hopefully be more helpful to her. Found this video so helpful, thank you!

  • @bethanytherrell7799
    @bethanytherrell7799 2 роки тому +79

    Some tips I’ve learned along the way: I’m a mom of four girls and these are my postpartum tips…. Since I’m going through the newborn days right now with a one week old, the tips are ever clear in my mind.
    1. Give yourself lots of extra grace -- you just brought a tiny human into the world 🌎 🌹
    2. It is A-OK to let even immediate family know that you don’t want visitors for the first few days or weeks when arriving home from the hospital 🏥- you just birthed a baby and you shouldn’t have to entertain people in your own house 🏠-- unless you just want to. But remember it’s perfectly ok to ask friends and family to wait until you get settled in at home before asking them to come over and see baby. My last baby was born a week ago and I’m just now sort of ok with visitors.
    3. It is A-OK to let someone else take care of ALL the housework in those first few days/weeks after delivery… especially if you’re breastfeeding. Remember you won’t be able to do it all, just focus on taking care of yourself and your baby and delegate care for other children and housework/errands to your partner or family or friends. Your body needs plenty of rest even if It’s you’re not breastfeeding your baby.
    4. DO NOT PUT YOUR NEEDS LAST… it can lead to feelings of sadness and mild postpartum depression. Take that shower 🚿 you desperately need & deserve -- so you fell Ike a human one again. (works wonders for engorgement for those breastfeeding mommas) Dry and style your hair at least once a week and put on makeup even if you’re not going anywhere. It will make you feel like an attractive human again & not just a dairy cow 🐄 (for those breastfeeding mommas). Seriously, take time for yourself…. If your baby is crying and you need to eat, EAT, then care for baby. It won’t hurt baby to wait even just a few minutes when you need sanity or some food in your belly.
    5. Rest when you can. Period. If you have the chance to rest and you’re tired, REST. Don’t try to work on housework or your to do list, just listen 👂 to your body and get the rest that your body needs.

    • @emilypaille8704
      @emilypaille8704 Місяць тому

      I just found out I am pregnant. My first pregnancy ever and I am 5 weeks along. Thank you so much you have made me feel so OK 😂

  • @jillcox-salesexecutive5596
    @jillcox-salesexecutive5596 10 місяців тому +8

    Wanted to share a tip here for anyone expecting a baby that worked great for us (our pediatrician shared this suggestion). Instead of using baby wipes, get several sleeves of the cotton rounds, like the pads you use to wipe off makeup. Dip the small round pad into some water and use that to clean baby’s bottom. Our little guy literally NEVER got diaper rash. I feel like even the 99% water based wipes still have preservatives in them and can irritate baby’s skin. Those little cotton rounds were also just the perfect size for wiping a tiny bottom! Anyway, just wanted to share this tip because it worked great for us.

  • @LucyVP
    @LucyVP 3 роки тому +398

    Congrats on baby! A tip I saw from another mom with the Hakka is if it doesn’t have the suction at the bottom is to have a mug near you and put it in the mug when done with it. For me it was a lifesaver. Thought I’d share for other moms out there.

    • @justineplemons7585
      @justineplemons7585 3 роки тому +9

      Thanks! Just saved me from buying the one with the base

    • @ASMRKay_
      @ASMRKay_ 2 роки тому +4

      Saw this too and thought it was so smart!
      No more crying over spilt milk!😉

    • @bethanytherrell7799
      @bethanytherrell7799 2 роки тому

      Thanks for the tip!!! Do you use this when your baby is nursing? I’m one week postpartum and I haven’t started using the Hakka pump yet. It’s been a LONG WEEK.

    • @rainbowpandasays8851
      @rainbowpandasays8851 2 роки тому

      @@bethanytherrell7799 Yes, get a hair tie and tie it to your bra strap so that it can hold the Hakka in place and place it on the opposite boob while she feeds to catch the let down - you have to squeeze the Hakka to have the suction effect to
      Help catch all the let down.

    • @shola7987
      @shola7987 2 роки тому +3

      Yes I've spilled milk.too many times thanks

  • @deyandrethaxtonreniguntala4794
    @deyandrethaxtonreniguntala4794 Рік тому +54

    33 weeks pregnant and preparing for labor & delivery of my first baby. Just wanted to say thank you for your vulnerability and honesty ❤️

    • @MeMe-ht2hd
      @MeMe-ht2hd 8 місяців тому

      Coconut 💧 water will be your friend to keep up your breastmilk

  • @wallowinthehallows
    @wallowinthehallows Рік тому +44

    I'm 6 weeks postpartum and advice to first time mommas who plan to breastfeed--see lactation as much as you possibly can in the hospital! It's covered under the Affordable Care Act (ACA) through insurance while you're admitted in as inpatient with the hospital until you're discharged and if you need support after discharge, just make sure your provider (PCP, OBGYN, or child's Pediatrician) submit pre-auth for lactation. Don't be afraid to call your insurance to see which providers and what exactly is covered. And take ALL the supplies you can from the hospital. I didn't have to spend a dime on postpartum care (except for additional sanitary pads).
    This beautiful and educated couple's videos have been an integral part of my and my husband's journey to parenthood. Thank you, Doctors Bjorkman!

  • @drumsR4girls
    @drumsR4girls 2 роки тому +55

    Firm believer that there needs to be more discussion around postpartum recovery. It was SO ROUGH and I would've handled it so much better if i knew more of what to expect. And I asked all my friends for information while I was pregnant!

    • @mrsbreazy7413
      @mrsbreazy7413 2 роки тому +3

      Yes definitely it’s not talked about enough at all! It’s all about cute baby pictures and then we talk about baby and forget mom and her healing

    • @kaywalker5810
      @kaywalker5810 Рік тому +4

      No freakin' kidding! I had my first baby 34 years ago, and we didn't have any UA-cam videos, classes (only a class in labor), products to make things easier, and my mother couldn't remember much for some reason. It was frankly one of the hardest weeks of my life, and no one had even warned me it would be hard! Now my daughter is pregnant, and I'm getting her EVERYTHING I didn't have. I know it will be ROUGH, but I think she still has no idea. Thank you for your honesty. It would have helped me tremendously if I had even had a clue what was going to happen.

  • @luckydragon9779
    @luckydragon9779 3 роки тому +221

    You gave birth to your baby a week ago and you're already recording a video to post UA-cam? You are a wonder woman! Also, thank you for this wonderful OB/GYN/New Mom perspective on postnatal care. :)

  • @c_kennedy
    @c_kennedy 3 роки тому +66

    I loved hearing the doctor’s perspective but from a real life stance!

    • @suseq949
      @suseq949 3 роки тому +2

      I was happy that my ob/gyn had two children of her own.. and it’s great that she now has experienced childbirth.. first hand, real life knowledge.

    • @TheDoctorsBjorkman
      @TheDoctorsBjorkman  3 роки тому +6

      Glad you enjoyed. It has been fun to be on the patient side of things! Learning so much every single day.

  • @zen_mindset1
    @zen_mindset1 3 роки тому +35

    You're an OBGYN that's on the other side of mommyhood. How cool is that. It's pretty awesome she has two doctor parents. How wonderful. You're very humble.

    • @TheDoctorsBjorkman
      @TheDoctorsBjorkman  3 роки тому +6

      It has been very cool to be on the other side. Even with all of our experience we are learning so much every day, so hoping by sharing we can help others!!

    • @zen_mindset1
      @zen_mindset1 3 роки тому +3

      @@TheDoctorsBjorkman enjoy the learning process. You two make a great team.

  • @PriscillaMB
    @PriscillaMB 2 роки тому +84

    One week postpartum today, this video makes me feel seen. Spot on, thank you for giving me and other postpartum moms something to relate to. Best to you and your family.

  • @kattwin1
    @kattwin1 Рік тому +8

    Women do NOT talk about postpartum recovery enough. It has hit me in the face...and everywhere else. The WORST is the intense pain from tearing, and the incontinence. I'm on week 3 since giving birth (via foreceps), and I'm experiencing pain, sharp twinges, inflammation, clots, and weak (absolutely destroyed) muscles and nerves *down there*. I literally cannot hold in gas and (ahem) other things. I'm about ready to full-on buy diapers. 😥 It has destroyed my spirit, in a sense. I'm trying to ENJOY being a new momma, but the pain and "healing" is sucking the joy out of it. Even the sleepless nights aren't that bad. I just want to be at 100% again so I can give 100% to my baby and my family. I always knew there'd be some healing after giving birth, but I never knew it would be like this. I hate it. If I dwell on it too much, I could just cry. My son is worth it....but it makes me never want another baby again....which is a really hard pill to swallow when you've been dreaming of 2 kids your entire life. I'm growing frustrated and impatient. I just want healing to come. I want my dignity back. 😓

    • @meredithsommers7796
      @meredithsommers7796 Рік тому +3

      Sending hugs to you, mama! I had a rough recovery too, which took 3-4 months. Get into a pelvic floor physical therapist as soon as you can! Easier said than done but give yourself grace, you did a huge life altering thing ❤

  • @prayersponytails6227
    @prayersponytails6227 2 роки тому +65

    Wonderful video! Tip on Vit D for baby: if using the drops, drop on your nipple before latching baby. I’m pregnant with baby #4 and still found this video very helpful and relatable! 👍🏻

  • @mykidsaresupercute
    @mykidsaresupercute 2 роки тому +9

    6 time mom having my last one. One thing I'm doing different this time around are caddies. I have a nursing cady filled with things I know I'll need while nursing, like burp rags and nursing pads, the Hakka, etc. I can take it all over the house with me or if we go somewhere, and this way I don't have to ask someone to bring those items to me. There are some really cute fabric cadies out there. I also have a bath cady so I can easily have all the bath things I need for wherever I decide to bathe her (soap, lotion, towel, etc.). Another thing is no diaper pale. I'm using the Munchkin waterproof bags that I will empty in the outdoor garbage everyday. Diaper pales are way too stinky and gross. Last tip is disposable wipes for poos and cloth wipes for pee diapers. I cut some fabric up and filled a wipe container with the damp fabric that I will wash after using. I've done this before and it saves them so much from diaper rashes.

  • @theresatran6691
    @theresatran6691 3 роки тому +91

    I’m an OB who just had my first baby as well, and I just want to tell you how Much I enjoy your channel! I can relate to so many things with you and it’s nice to know that even though we are in this profession, it’s totally different being on the other side now!

  • @corgimom5626
    @corgimom5626 Рік тому +9

    I am 20 weeks pregnant and feel very in the dark. I’m the first of my friends and family to have a baby. Your videos are super helpful and as you are both doctors it gives a lot of peace of mind. Thank you!

  • @MaeLanae
    @MaeLanae 3 роки тому +58

    I would love to watch a video about you and Kurt reacting to your go bag video to say what you actually used and what was silly to bring! Thanks for the videos!! They’re so helpful☺️

  • @brittneyfleming8374
    @brittneyfleming8374 3 роки тому +46

    So impressed you’re already recording a video! Great job mama-it is SO hard, but you are doing great. One thing that has helped me with breastfeeding (specifically with needing more hands to hold down baby’s arms) is to leave baby swaddled while you feed her. My girl (11w) has been so strong from day 1, and will literally brace herself against me and push away from me with her little arms, then scream because she isn’t getting fed. Leaving her swaddled takes away that problem!

    • @TheDoctorsBjorkman
      @TheDoctorsBjorkman  3 роки тому +9

      Oh great idea! I literally feel like breastfeeding requires 4 hands but Kurt can’t always be around to pull her little arm out of the way so this will be clutch. Thank you!!!

  • @colleencaldwell7527
    @colleencaldwell7527 Рік тому +11

    Thank you for being so damn real. When you talked about tossing the baby across the room when breastfeeding.. I shed a tear because I felt the same way 😂. Also when you said the baby is needy asf...you're my spirit animal lol. We love our babies but shit! Lol..thanks for understanding and sharing. Very helpful ❤️

  • @leslierosales2673
    @leslierosales2673 2 роки тому +12

    I gave birth 5 days ago and had watched this before and now after, and the candor and realness of this video is amazing. Thank you. Don’t feel so alone. I’m so glad I found your page.

  • @markeisharobinson6437
    @markeisharobinson6437 2 роки тому +7

    I would LOVE to see a video on how it was having a new born and dogs. How was it adjusting? Did the dogs feel neglected? What did you do for them to coexist smoothly? Any new rules for the pets?This seems to be a reality for a lot of new moms and a huge transition but there’s not very many videos on this topic. In my opinion brining home a new baby is such a big deal when you until this point your dogs have been your “baby”.

  • @JiayangLi-fu1dj
    @JiayangLi-fu1dj Рік тому +3

    Just went through my 1st week postpartum. This video just feels so relatable and compassionate that I almost cried. Agree with everything you said. THANK YOU ❤

  • @lindseylegends6486
    @lindseylegends6486 Рік тому +5

    One thing I needed to hear postpartum when I asked if I would feel like myself again was that the version I was looking for of myself had changed. Motherhood changes you. Hopefully for the better, and the person you were is still there, just a slightly different version with new priorities. It was a challenging concept to understand and I didn’t really understand until after having gone through it. One book that I will recommend to all first time moms and what will make a great baby shower gift is “Good moms have scary thoughts” by Karen Kleiman. I wish I had it right at the beginning.

  • @blueheart6037
    @blueheart6037 3 роки тому +10

    Hey Docs. Please don't stop making these videos. You're wealth of knowledge is so wonderful to hear. Even just your experiences are great to hear. I know that having a new baby won't make making videos your priority, which it definitely isn't at all, but you will always have a viewer. Stay safe.

  • @samanthameyer8541
    @samanthameyer8541 3 роки тому +50

    Thank you for putting this out so soon after delivery! Congrats!

  • @lynnettehorning915
    @lynnettehorning915 Рік тому +4

    Solid advice. I felt totally blindsided by the whole postpartum thing. I'm gonna share this with my sister who's expecting her first baby.

  • @cierraweldon43
    @cierraweldon43 Рік тому +3

    Thanks so much for this video! I’m 32 Weeks and my husband and I preparing for postpartum life; this was incredibly helpful.

  • @Eliszzyy
    @Eliszzyy Рік тому +3

    Bless you for making this for us 1 week postpartum. I appreciate your content so much! Congratulations on baby girl!!

  • @lastexile318
    @lastexile318 9 місяців тому +1

    I can only imagine how much you were already dealing with 1 week pp. Thank you for still giving the time and effort into making this video. 1st time mom-to-be, due in 5 weeks. Your videos have been a great help ❤

  • @nausheenali6138
    @nausheenali6138 2 роки тому +14

    You’re amazing for making a video with all these golden tips for us new moms within a week after giving birth! I’m due in a few weeks and I am so excited and getting last minute tips and tricks from you and others. I have waited for years for my baby and can’t wait. Anyone expecting here I wish you a happy and healthy and safe delivery and healthy baby!!❤️

  • @richanpatel
    @richanpatel 3 роки тому +36

    Thank you for putting it so natural and raw. Specially coming from OB it makes info even more valuable. Definitely command your dedication towards your UA-cam channel that you guys did come on last week and even this week with updates.

  • @Mocha._kayy
    @Mocha._kayy 3 роки тому +11

    I love how real you’re being in these videos 💕. It’s helpful because there’s a lot of things we don’t know in advance when having a baby.

  • @kaitlynheng7651
    @kaitlynheng7651 3 роки тому +9

    I’m 31 weeks along and am loving your channel. Thank you so much!! And like other comments on here, you’re doing amazing, and the fact that you can even record/edit a video one week after giving birth is AMAZING! Thank you for keeping it so real for us first timers and thank you so much for creating this channel. And if you need a week off from making videos, we will all understand and be here when you get back. Hang in there mama!!!

  • @brendarubio4782
    @brendarubio4782 Рік тому +4

    Definitely appreciate how real and transparent you were about these topics! I love how you didn’t try to glamour things up, thank you for the tips! I’m 38 weeks and can’t wait!

  • @yasicantu3547
    @yasicantu3547 3 роки тому +8

    I am so happy i came across this channel! I’m pregnant with my second baby and can totally relate to everything she is saying!
    I totally laughed out loud when she spoke about the first poop, and how “you want it to fall out” soooooo funny but SO TRUE! Love their content because its so REAL!

  • @YaArktika
    @YaArktika Рік тому +3

    Great video and useful tips. My son turned 2 weeks yesterday and video described exactly how I felt. Woman shall definitely have support during this period, my husband took time off and I can't even imagine how I would handle everything without him.

  • @esteeashbridge500
    @esteeashbridge500 2 роки тому +2

    Thankyou SO much Dr Sarah B for taking time out of this chaotic period in your life to make this video. It's fantastic!! I will be a first time mum in the weeks ahead and this was so informative and particularly useful. I really walked away with alot of tips and definitely feel now like I have some idea of what to do, buy and prepare for. I've actually shared this link with my brother's girlfriend who is 2 weeks behind me (pregnancy wise) in the hopes it will help her too. Thanks again!

  • @lizcromer8366
    @lizcromer8366 3 роки тому +6

    I love that you guys are doctor but just so real and down to earth, congrats on your bundle of joy, hope I get to take the same journey some time soon❤️❤️

  • @lovelyliving1436
    @lovelyliving1436 3 роки тому +3

    Thank you so much for the tips Dr. Bjorkman and congratulations on your sweet little girl! 💕I am only 3 weeks from having my first little one and have been feeling a little anxious of everything that is to come. But knowledge is power and being informed has eased my anxiety. I have been following you throughout my whole pregnancy and you have helped me a lot!

  • @maddieblei
    @maddieblei 2 роки тому +1

    Thank you so much for creating this channel. Been the most helpful and has given me the most confidence so far in preparation for becoming a new mom!

  • @shahidam1030
    @shahidam1030 Рік тому +5

    This video is amazing, I wish you were my OB! In less than 24 hours I am getting my induction and I’m so nervous. But your videos have lifted my spirit and gave me so much more confidence. First time mommy here and I have no idea what I’ll be doing but I will definitely follow your advice💗 Thank you!

  • @charlottecapone2425
    @charlottecapone2425 2 роки тому +1

    This is so raw and real, thank you!!! Absolutely love your perspective, it's made me less anxious going into my third trimester!

  • @annas7892
    @annas7892 2 роки тому +3

    thanks for being sooooo real!!! this is so incredibly helpful and really helps to check expectations of what is coming. Normally everyone says how wonderful it is to be pregnant but in reality the first trimester is just a survival game....

  • @joalyng
    @joalyng 2 роки тому +3

    I struggled so much on my BF journey with my first child. I'm now 20wks with a little boy and I feel like I remember so little of the entire experience. Really appreciate this video! Thanks so much!

  • @susanoutler1724
    @susanoutler1724 2 роки тому +1

    💖✨ Love your honesty, and thank you so much for all of this helpful information! Congratulations on your new baby girl💖✨

  • @lesliewilliams7889
    @lesliewilliams7889 2 роки тому +1

    I love this, thanks. It's been fun following your journey while preparing for mine. Now 2 weeks postpartum and loving your honest video ♡

  • @magdalenajasiunaite2430
    @magdalenajasiunaite2430 Рік тому

    Super useful - Thank you for taking time to record this. That is something your mum should of tell you - but she didn't know.

  • @JanelleMercedes
    @JanelleMercedes 3 роки тому +3

    Congratulations to you both!! ❤️ And I love all the advice! Thank you!

  • @lariegonzalez3631
    @lariegonzalez3631 3 роки тому +16

    Congratulations , so happy for the both of you. And thank you so much for opening up and telling the truth about it all. I feel like people don’t say how hard it could really be. Thanks for all the tips and sending a big warm hug.

    • @TheDoctorsBjorkman
      @TheDoctorsBjorkman  3 роки тому +5

      Thank you so much! And you are most welcome. Just trying to keep it real and be transparent. I am an OBGYN with a pediatrician husband and WE have been surprised by things. So hope to share with others so they don’t make the same mistakes lol.
      The hug is so appreciated. ❤️

  • @manalalqahtani7587
    @manalalqahtani7587 2 роки тому +1

    I've never watched/heard someone on UA-cam for this long, and actually enjoying what I'm hearing, thank you it's very helpful video, you talked almost about everything i was worried about 👌😁
    God bless you and your family 💕

  • @Arilovesearth
    @Arilovesearth 3 роки тому +6

    Such a helpful and informative video! I love this channel.

  • @malena8085
    @malena8085 2 роки тому

    Thank you so much for your realness. This is the first video that really helped me. And I have watched a lot!!

  • @alexislaws3840
    @alexislaws3840 3 роки тому

    Congratulations on baby. And thanks so much for this video. I really needed it

  • @mkgruebs5456
    @mkgruebs5456 3 роки тому +1

    Thank you for this! It’s so real and as an expecting momma that’s really what I want

  • @JulioMartinez-de8zd
    @JulioMartinez-de8zd Рік тому +2

    Thank you soooo much for this , really made me realize I’m not alone in all the breastfeeding struggles this first week 😓♥️

  • @arozsa-h57
    @arozsa-h57 2 роки тому

    You’re awesome, Sarah! Thanks for all of your help and advice!!

  • @chelsflann213
    @chelsflann213 3 роки тому +3

    Congratulations! So excited for you both!!

  • @christalnoel
    @christalnoel 2 роки тому +1

    I love early postpartum Sarah! So much realness!

  • @rumanauddin811
    @rumanauddin811 Рік тому +3

    Hello and thank you for the videos- both obgyn and peds! I just wanted to add, that I was recommended by one of the postpartum nurses to file the newborn’s nails with a non metal filer instead of cutting the nails; so far it’s been helping. ☺️

  • @sourpuss310
    @sourpuss310 2 роки тому

    Thank you for making these videos! They're so helpful

  • @yoursoulisforever
    @yoursoulisforever Рік тому +1

    Writing a novel and the hero and heroine are expecting their first child. I've done a ton of research so far and I think this is the most down-to-earth video yet. Thank you so much!

  • @beckt6953
    @beckt6953 3 роки тому +49

    Tip for sleep: Pump real quick (nothing crazy) 10 minutes and have your husband feed that to the baby while you get an extra hour or two of sleep. I did that when ever I felt I need to rest more or for those late night feedings.

    • @kittyhouse1028
      @kittyhouse1028 3 роки тому +7

      Great idea, except for the Fanatical Nursing Naziis who seem to think the bottle is evil and not to be ever used or certainly not until the baby is so used to the nipple that it will never accept a bottle. There is a balance in there somewhere and sounds like you have found it! Blessings!

    • @sjulliette
      @sjulliette 2 роки тому

      When did you pump for 10 minutes? It sounds like you did it on demand. Or did you plan ahead of time?

    • @beckt6953
      @beckt6953 2 роки тому

      @@sjulliette Planned for it on the days I was on zombie mode and needed more sleep.

    • @danakenyon8909
      @danakenyon8909 2 роки тому

      This is what I'm planning to do too, midwife said I may still need to wake to pump, but I'm hoping it buys me another hour or 2!

  • @ginsterliu7717
    @ginsterliu7717 2 роки тому

    I love how real you are!!!

  • @stevieelliott6135
    @stevieelliott6135 Рік тому

    This was so helpful and honest. Thank you for your videos!

  • @ciarashelley7816
    @ciarashelley7816 3 роки тому +2

    Just found you and it looks like our girls are only a week apart 🤩 congratulations! I'm really enjoying your channel!

  • @bepic7116
    @bepic7116 3 роки тому +12

    Congrats to you both! Your advice was so helpful and real. I’m here adding everything you used to my baby registry 😄

    • @TheDoctorsBjorkman
      @TheDoctorsBjorkman  3 роки тому +1

      Just don’t get the clippers 😂 Congrats to you on your baby!! So glad you are finding the videos helpful!!

  • @rebekahmendoza1213
    @rebekahmendoza1213 Рік тому +2

    Thank you for being so honest about how you were feeling after because it makes me think I’m not totally insane 😭

  • @AR-xs6qk
    @AR-xs6qk 3 роки тому +2

    Congrats on your new bundle of joy! Thanks for being so honest and real! Still on the TTC journey and grateful to hear the truth especially coming from an OB.

  • @legalavocado3447
    @legalavocado3447 Рік тому +2

    I really appreciate your forthright honest descriptions and advice! About breastfeeding: I know many moms do experience the sore nipples etc. but it's not a given. I had some problems getting daughter to latch for the first five days but she suddenly got the hang of it and we were fine after that. Never had soreness or need to lubricate my nipples with her or with our second baby. I also just wore a stretchy sports bra and pulled it down on one side to free up the boob for breast feeding so that was super-easy and inexpensive.

  • @chesterogilvie1393
    @chesterogilvie1393 2 роки тому

    I feel like this is a master class right here. Thank you

  • @paolaloera9934
    @paolaloera9934 Рік тому

    All the info in this channel is so useful.

  • @haley6802
    @haley6802 2 роки тому +1

    You're a great mama! And love your honesty!! ❤

  • @YMM1591
    @YMM1591 3 роки тому +6

    Congratulations on your little one. I really appreciate this video because I am 8weeks 5 days pregnant 🤰🏻 and this will be my 4th pregnancy BUT my little one with this new baby will be 9 years apart. It’s a refreshment for me and it will help me prepare mentally.

    • @TheDoctorsBjorkman
      @TheDoctorsBjorkman  3 роки тому +1

      Congrats mama!! You are the pro here and I bet it is gonna be like riding a bike-it will all come back to you! Hope you are feeling okay, the first trimester can be rough!!

  • @stacebee1158
    @stacebee1158 2 роки тому

    Thanks so much Doc( this video is such a realistic and eye opener for me. I hope that you and your hubby will be I good health and the baby’s too). Enjoy nursing and pampering your new bundle of joy and we are with you cheering for on👏🥳👍. Congrats again and happy parenting

  • @martha1255
    @martha1255 Рік тому

    Having my baby boy in 6 weeks. This video helped me so much. Thank you!

  • @aysanbahari1480
    @aysanbahari1480 3 роки тому +1

    Your videos are so useful and informative. Thank you so much for doing this! ♥️

    • @TheDoctorsBjorkman
      @TheDoctorsBjorkman  3 роки тому

      You are welcome. We are so glad they are helpful! Thank you for following along with us. We are so glad you are here!!

  • @cluflu5831
    @cluflu5831 3 роки тому +12

    Congratulations on your baby! Mine is 2 weeks old and he's my second 😊 for the Haakaa to be even safer and probably easier too is to put it in a mug so it doesn't tip over!

  • @beyondsection17
    @beyondsection17 11 місяців тому

    Watching this video while breastfeeding my three week old! :) Watched your videos all through my pregnancy and am enjoying them again now in the 4th trimester. Hope your family is doing well !

  • @katiewatts8046
    @katiewatts8046 3 роки тому +11

    Literally laughed out loud about the postpartum poop 😂 (mom of 2yo here). Also loooved the Huckleberry app!! Congratulations on baby’s arrival!!!

  • @TeamBensonHomestead
    @TeamBensonHomestead 3 роки тому +35

    First congrats second bless you. This video was so realistic lol, thank you for being real and honest because that is how people learn. I could tell you were trying not to be like WTH but having a baby is kinda like WTH lol. You are going to be an amazing mom.

  • @Mary-ei2nj
    @Mary-ei2nj 2 роки тому +1

    Saving this video to rewatch in 7 months!

  • @Nayero26
    @Nayero26 2 роки тому +3

    I installed a bidet hose in my bathroom and the peri bottle in only for the hospital. I'm from the Caribbean we also do a detoil soak at the hospital and week after to speed up healing and keep things clean down there. And get the baby nail file 👍🏼😊

    • @shabanafelix449
      @shabanafelix449 2 роки тому +1

      I know about the detol but wasn't sure what it was for

  • @leslieeccles3559
    @leslieeccles3559 2 роки тому

    I love your honesty! Thank you for sharing

  • @swedee5870
    @swedee5870 Рік тому +1

    This is great info thank you! I wanted to add that I learned recently that when a car seat is not in the car it can be too upright and a sleeping newborn can cut off his or her air supply, so if I were going to leave the newborn in a car seat for an extra few minutes inside, I would keep a good eye on the baby or make sure the car seat is leaning as far back as it does in the car.

  • @jennolemon
    @jennolemon 3 роки тому +8

    It would be really interesting to hear what you and your husband would recommend to new parents as advice before you had your baby and whether or not you follow your advice now? Like what are the things you used to recommend that you now and find helpful and what things you find really impractical now that you have a baby of your own.
    Love the series!

  • @natalierojas-rodriguez4723
    @natalierojas-rodriguez4723 3 роки тому +18

    Congratulations! Everything you said is so accurate. I had my daughter 5 weeks ago and everything from my vagina feeling like it wanted to fall out to the excruciating nipple pain from breastfeeding is 100% true. I definitely overwhelmed myself listening to and reading about all the feeding, sleeping, etc. schedules and whatnot out there. One thing I have to say for new moms is definitely get help and don’t assume things are supposed to hurt or be a certain way. If I wouldn’t have reached out to an LC and gotten help, I would have given up on breastfeeding because my nipples were cracked open. Those first two weeks are the hardest! To you and all the new moms, we got this!!

    • @TheDoctorsBjorkman
      @TheDoctorsBjorkman  3 роки тому +5

      Congrats to you too mama!! And I can’t agree with you more. GET HELP EARLY. Breastfeeding is legit super hard sometimes, and I absolutely understand why people switch to formula. It hurts, it’s hard, it takes a long time for baby to figure it out sometimes. There are a ton of barriers to success. Thank you so much for sharing your experience and encouraging other mamas!!! Hope you and your new babe are doing great!!

    • @faithharrison3755
      @faithharrison3755 2 роки тому +5

      After a week or so if it still hurts it’s not normal- get help. Also use your finger to remove the suction from baby’s mouth it will save your nipples when you delatch. protip: cold cabbage leaves feel really good on sore breasts as they are the same shape as large breasts. The hakka can go in a cup to prevent it from being knocked over. Also consider filling your breast milk bags only the amount your baby needs in the beginning: 2ounces so that it’s easier to portion.

  • @kristawetzel4001
    @kristawetzel4001 Рік тому +3

    Ugh the best videos come from the moms that are going through it rn! I just had my baby 5 days ago and things are rrrrrough! This is baby #1. The whole “youll get it when you have kids..” thing ive always heard alllllllll makes sense! This is hard. And yes the gravity on your privates is so hard to deal with while running around doing laundry. I threw the whole “keep a log” thing out the damn window. Trying to stay on a routine is impossible lol. For first time moms, feed with in 4hrs. Listen to your instinct and your baby. If your baby is still hungry FEED THEM MORE lol quit screwin around wasting time trying to console. Feed them till their little Dracula claws relax! Get out the gas and burp n back to bed! I ran and grabbed some gas meds at walgreens and its already helped! Baby peeing out the diapers? Get bigger ones! I broke down n bought pee pads bc everytime we layed the baby down he peed a river! Every room was ground zero yesterday! Were first time parents, were learning, were tired 😅

  • @ashleymiranda6156
    @ashleymiranda6156 Рік тому

    This was so informative I’m 21 and about to have my baby in June, thank you for this real advice !! Good luck with your babe ❤️

  • @carolinec8852
    @carolinec8852 Рік тому

    Thank you for truly speaking to the difficulty of breastfeeding. I'm pregnant with #2 & wish I had your video for #1. Brilliant truths. Thank you, & brava!!

  • @bryanamontemayor5787
    @bryanamontemayor5787 3 роки тому

    Super helpful info!! Would love more videos on breastfeeding for a new mom. Congrats to you both!

  • @msc8245
    @msc8245 2 роки тому

    Great video! Much needed info, thank you 🎉

  • @aliciaanderson3622
    @aliciaanderson3622 2 роки тому

    ❤️❤️❤️ thank you for sharing. Baby is 6 days old today and oh boy I am feeling this video. Thank you for sharing!!

  • @mandajoy806
    @mandajoy806 3 роки тому +8

    Congratulations! I can’t wait to meet my little boy at the end of October ❤️

    • @TheDoctorsBjorkman
      @TheDoctorsBjorkman  3 роки тому +2

      Congratulations mama!! I am so excited for you to meet him too! Do you have a name for him?

  • @mohdasa-di4sx
    @mohdasa-di4sx 4 місяці тому

    So real! Extremely helpfull as I am going through my journey. As you said “ hang in there”

  • @ericac.3503
    @ericac.3503 Рік тому

    Excellent video with great honest information and tips.

  • @TheOptimalLife
    @TheOptimalLife 3 роки тому +10

    Someone recommended putting the Haaka in a mug to catch spills and I found it super helpful!

    • @TheDoctorsBjorkman
      @TheDoctorsBjorkman  3 роки тому +3

      BRILLIANT. Why did I not think of this? Thank you for the pro-tip!! Such a simple solution!

  • @StudyTwenty4Seven
    @StudyTwenty4Seven 2 роки тому +3

    I love that you mentioned a nipple care routine, I've breastfed 3 kids and never thought about a nipple care routine until now lol

  • @jenygonzalez
    @jenygonzalez 3 роки тому +2

    Big congratulations for you and your family!! So excited to hear the news! I have been following you for already some time and I am really moved by this video. All the best!

  • @Diana-nv5ey
    @Diana-nv5ey 3 роки тому

    Thank you for sharing your thoughts and journey! Very helpful information. Thank you, thank you, thank you.

    • @TheDoctorsBjorkman
      @TheDoctorsBjorkman  3 роки тому

      You are so welcome! I am soooo glad it was helpful. There have been lots of things that surprised me, and I thought I was about as prepared as I could possibly be. LOL. Lots of learning on this journey. :)

  • @shinyhunteralana2297
    @shinyhunteralana2297 3 роки тому

    Congratulations on your baby girl