LIFamilies.com - Long Island, NY


RSS
Articles Business Directory Blog Real Estate Community Forum Shop My Family Contests

Log In Chat Index Search Rules Lingo Create Account

Quick navigation:   

You must be a logged in user to report a bad post!

2 weeks postpartum - I'm sick!

Posted By Message

Zippy12
LIF Infant

Member since 4/12

211 total posts

Name:

2 weeks postpartum - I'm sick!

Not sure what to do. Gave birth two weeks ago and everything has been fine! Yesterday I started having some stomach cramps and diahrea that has now continued to today. I have a headache and feel very warm. I am also nauseas.

I am not sure if I should call the dr (and if so- who? OB? ) or just wait it out.

Any BTDT moms?

And I am breastfeeding. I looked up mastitis - but while my boobs are sore, thy aren't red or anything.

Thanks!

Posted 12/21/12 11:40 AM
 
Long Island Weddings
Long Island's Largest Bridal Resource

FergieK
Loving my girls

Member since 7/09

2533 total posts

Name:
Fergie

Re: 2 weeks postpartum - I'm sick!

maybe you have a virus? non birth related. Everyone i know is sick. I would call anyway.

Message edited 12/21/2012 12:09:54 PM.

Posted 12/21/12 12:09 PM
 

Champ
2 little ladies

Member since 1/11

2918 total posts

Name:
Rose

Re: 2 weeks postpartum - I'm sick!

Sorry you feel so poorly!!! Give the baby as much BM as possible. It will help keep your LO safe.
Not sure who to call...

Posted 12/21/12 12:13 PM
 

summerBaby10
let's be nice

Member since 9/07

10208 total posts

Name:
Wifey

Re: 2 weeks postpartum - I'm sick!

I'd call both of your doctors & see what each say.. the ob & general.

Posted 12/21/12 12:54 PM
 

Zippy12
LIF Infant

Member since 4/12

211 total posts

Name:

2 weeks postpartum - I'm sick!

Thanks so much everyone. I called the OB and the nurse congratulated me on getting my first stomach virus EVER. She recommended calling my PCP and the pediatrician regarding breastfeeding my 2 week old. The ped said to absolutely continue and watch for a fever in the baby :(.

My PCP stinks and all I got was a busy signal. I'll call tomorrow.

I haven't eaten anything but trying to stay hydrated. I am also BF as much as possible so the baby gets the antibodies and stays hydrated.

I see from the other stomach virus thread, it is going around! I actually caught it taking DS to the pediatrician yesterday. I got in the elevator with a kid who I then saw throwing up in the parking lot! The only time I have left the house!

Posted 12/21/12 11:34 PM
 

Melmel821
Love being a mom!

Member since 5/08

2776 total posts

Name:
Melanie

Re: 2 weeks postpartum - I'm sick!

It may be an unrelated stomach virus BUT I would call because you are breastfeeding. Try and stay hydrated and eat what you can to help your supply. Also ask about antidiarrha meds that are BF safe. Feel better!

Posted 12/22/12 5:18 AM
 
 

Potentially Related Topics:

Topic Posted By Started Replies Forum
Sick at 39 weeks hope42009 5/30/09 5 Pregnancy
DD is sick and only 3 weeks old vegalady 9/23/08 7 Parenting
ugh...anyone else sick for weeks? Dani 3/17/08 3 Health!
Was anyone only sick for a few weeks? cj7305 9/14/07 6 Pregnancy
30 Weeks & Sick Again??? LUCY 5/16/07 3 Pregnancy
I'm still sick from almost 2 weeks ago.... CowgirlChick97 1/3/07 7 Families Helping Families ™
 
Quick navigation:   
Currently 399659 users on the LIFamilies.com Chat
New Businesses
1 More Rep
Carleton Hall of East Islip
J&A Building Services
LaraMae Health Coaching
Sonic Wellness
Julbaby Photography LLC
Ideal Uniforms
Teresa Geraghty Photography
Camelot Dream Homes
Long Island Wedding Boutique
MB Febus- Rodan & Fields
Camp Harbor
Market America-Shop.com
ACM Basement Waterproofing
Travel Tom

      Follow LIWeddings on Facebook

      Follow LIFamilies on Twitter
Long Island Bridal Shows