Chicago Baby - Fall 2008 - (Page 15) PREGNANCY Recovery at home When you go home your doctor will tell you to avoid driving, putting anything in the vagina (tampons or douche), all intercourse, heavy stair climbing or other exercise and not to lift anything over 10 pounds. If your Cesarean was caused by an oversized baby you’ll be allowed to pick the baby up, but carefully. If your incision was closed with stitches you’ll need to see your doctor between three and seven days after surgery to have them removed, which for most people is painless and quick. The most important thing—aside from taking care of your bundle of joy—is to take care of yourself. That means resting, following doctor’s orders and staying on top of the pain. The medications are safe “When you’re growing up as a woman and you think about what your delivery will be like you do not think about having a C-section.” DR. PERPETUA GOODALL Obstetrician/gynecologist for breastfeeding mothers, Goodall says. Remember that you’ll need help once you’re home. If your bedroom and the baby’s room are on different floors, have your caregiver move everything into one room on the same floor so that you have less moving to do. Most importantly, let people help if they offer. Some women also experience a brief depression over not being able to deliver vaginally. “I think they feel a sense of loss, like they are missing out on something,” says Goodall. “When you’re growing up as a woman and you think about what your delivery will be like you do not think about having a C-section.” Within six to 12 weeks you will be completely healed and able to resume all functions though you may have bouts with scar tissue, numbness or deciding how to approach subsequent births. Take the 1st step in preparing for baby… Register with Babies”R”Us! From our trained team of Registry & Product Specialists to our huge Selection of the best & most innovative brands, we’re 100% dedicated to you & your baby. You see, we’re all about getting you ready for your new arrival. So be sure to sign up for our Free Seminars, too… where you’ll learn about daily baby care, safety & more. With so much to offer… it’s no surprise that we’re the top choice of moms everywhere! Register today at any of our Chicagoland stores or online at Babiesrus.com. Burbank: 7750 South Cicero Ave. • Chicago: 6420 W. Fullerton, Suite A Lombard: 481 E. Roosevelt Rd. • Merrillville: 1335 East 79th St. Naperville: 1955 Glacier Pk. Ave. Niles: 5660 Touhy Ave. • Orland Park: 15820 94th Ave. Schaumburg: 16 East Golf Rd. Shorewood: 994 Brook Forest Ave. • Vernon Hills: 295 Center Dr. Christy L. Bonstell is a new mom living in Chicago. Call 1-888-222-9787 to add your name to our mailing list, today. Enjoy special baby savings and receive the latest in new-parenting information, too. ChicagoParent.com | Fall 2008 | 15 http://babiesrus.com http://babiesrus.com http://www.ChicagoParent.com
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