My Quick C-Section Recovery + Postpartum Depression Update | Vlog Ep.16 | ellebangs

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  • @MsLessette
    @MsLessette 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +7

    " you cannot hurt yourself by walking too much or pushing yourself too much because the pain will protect you." Meanwhile I completely tore my cesarean incision all the way through 8 days postpartum and ended up in the hospital for a week. This was my second cesarean. My first one was a breeze. The second tore because I over did it... my third I didn't anymore walking than I needed inside my home to heal properly and it didn't tear. I am having my 4th cesarean next month and plan on taking it easy again to allow my incision to heal. I would absolutely suggest being very careful after a cesarean. Walking to the bathroom or kitchen as needed but nothing else aside from caring for baby.

  • @laurainejmackee7099
    @laurainejmackee7099 2 ปีที่แล้ว +33

    I had my third girl March last year, unfortunately her dad left while I was pregnant, I went through pregnancy alone, birth alone and so on. I struggle sometimes because I haven’t had any baby free time as I have zero family support. Not a pity party but it’s tough especially post partum when she didn’t stop screaming with colic for 10 weeks I thought I’d lose my mind, trying to take care of everyone I couldn’t even get a shower haha! I have so much guilt for my other girls and not having as much time with them!
    Thank you for sharing this because I think so many mums especially first time mums have so much pressure on them 💛

    • @PaolaSanchez-hc5my
      @PaolaSanchez-hc5my 25 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Wow, it's not easy at all. I hope you're doing fine 2 years later.

  • @cassidyh269
    @cassidyh269 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    This video helps me soooo much. Just finished up week 1 and baby blues has hit me hard. It’s comforting knowing that it’s normal and other woman have gone through and pulled through this rough period. My little boy is such a blessing and I hate when I have those intrusive negative thoughts and it’s crazy how you can go from such a high confident mood to such a negative sad mood. Hoping it goes away because I just want to be my best for my little one.

  • @janinehowell6476
    @janinehowell6476 2 ปีที่แล้ว +21

    I love your honesty. My baby wouldn’t breastfeed so I exclusively pumped every couple of hours every day for just over a year (I had a low supply so even when she wasn’t eating that often I had to pump a lot to get enough milk) It was exhausting and one of the hardest things I’ve ever done. Lesson learned is we have to do what is best for our babies but also best for us because our babies need us to be happy. They said breast is best but what’s more important is Fed is best.
    You look great and you’re doing a wonderful job!

  • @ButterflyHustles
    @ButterflyHustles 2 ปีที่แล้ว +33

    I also had a C-section with a triplet pregnancy...It was impossible for me to breast feed three I tried pumping for as long as I could but had to stop.. I suffered horrible post partum depression and its 💯% real !!! Hang in there darling you are a great Mom ! 💞💓💗💖

    • @Ellebangs
      @Ellebangs  2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      Wow triplets! Congrats momma

    • @ButterflyHustles
      @ButterflyHustles 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      @@Ellebangs They are 20 now and I'm blessed they literally changed my life ! 🥰😍

    • @simple_naildesigns
      @simple_naildesigns 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      That’s amazing! Congratulations on your triplets, so beautiful 🥰🙏🏽

    • @ButterflyHustles
      @ButterflyHustles 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@simple_naildesigns Thank You so much they're my angels for sure ! 💜

    • @simple_naildesigns
      @simple_naildesigns 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@ButterflyHustles yes! I’m sure! Our kids are our greatest gifts - 💕🙏🏽

  • @BeautyByAnneMarie
    @BeautyByAnneMarie 2 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    She is so adorable Sylvia!

  • @nemellotus8675
    @nemellotus8675 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Sylvia, you are so kind and loving. Thanks for this. You really empower so many with your openness and honesty. You give us all that chance to reset and power through anything we may go through. Thanks!

  • @hvnonearth3066
    @hvnonearth3066 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This was so real! Thank you for sharing your journey. I sent this to my sister who just had her first baby via c section.
    Sharing your story helps more than you know!

  • @katelynnvoorhees6746
    @katelynnvoorhees6746 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Thank you so much for sharing your story! I had a myomectomy March 2021 and now almost 18 weeks pregnant (we did IVF). I will have to have a scheduled c-section and been so scared…the recovery from my myomectomy was so hard on me. Your story gives me encouragement and hope for a good outcome and quick recovery!

  • @abigailjensen3850
    @abigailjensen3850 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    You brought up SO many super true and important points. Rock on for advocating for yourself. You are such a smart and dignified woman and I look up to you.

  • @christinetobiasz
    @christinetobiasz 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    thank you for sharing your story! When I started my infertility journey my mental health took a nosedive. It feels like I was alone in the world and you can’t talk about your struggles because it’s “taboo” or it’s shameful. Finding professional help and other ppl going thru who have that same struggles have kept me grounded 🙏

  • @joannerios7034
    @joannerios7034 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you so much for sharing your heart and the fact that there is absolutely shame in needing medication for your mental health. It's a topic that needs to be shared and I truly admire you for being willing to help others by doing so. God bless you and your precious baby girl

  • @Orchidaceous1
    @Orchidaceous1 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I love your honesty, Sylvia! What an intense experience. I can totally empathize with it being hard to ask for help and prioritize your own well-being at times. Wishing you well. ❤️

  • @lianabevyrage
    @lianabevyrage 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I had severe preeclampsia my first pregnancy and had an emergency C-Section 6 weeks early. My son was in the NICU and my doctor gave me a preventative antidepressant to take for 2 months to get over that hump. My second C-Section was far less dramatic and I got through it without issue. My OB/GYN was very receptive to keeping that close contact in case I started experiencing postpartum depression, but it never came. I feel like as Mothers, we need to learn to shut out the noise that makes us feel bad about ourselves. Listen to yourself, because if you’re hitting a breaking point, you need to have a plan. Even if you don’t believe it all day every day, you’re doing great.

  • @katliven
    @katliven 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Love all your honesty and keeping things real about post partum life as a new mama! I feel like I have an extra friend when I watch your channel! New mama myself with a 9 month old ❤️

  • @taylamay8792
    @taylamay8792 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Thank you for being so open and honest about your motherhood journey so far. I can relate to pretty much all of this. You’re doing an amazing job.❤️

  • @jennyc7033
    @jennyc7033 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Thanks for opening up, glad to hear you’re doing better ❤️

  • @smilesandbestwishes8597
    @smilesandbestwishes8597 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    ♡ Precious blessing! So wonderful to hear you're all doing well, despite any challenges!

  • @Kerrviii
    @Kerrviii 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Okay, I’m at 25 mins in. Your honesty is so refreshing. I am 8 weeks Postpartum and feel like I don’t want to be touched, breastfeeding, working from home & I felt so bad that I felt so… restricted. I can remember the first time and place I watched Your video in San Mateo, CA. Your energy is amazing. Thank too so much 🌹🤍

  • @juliasetnom5850
    @juliasetnom5850 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Love how you have evolved Girl!!1 Yes you're helping many and more than you know!! xo

  • @heatherjunker967
    @heatherjunker967 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    I had an emergency C-section. The incision got infected in the hospital but eventually it healed. Your hormones are crashing also the first few weeks. That explains the mood swings. Your baby is beautiful and you all are getting into a routine. I am very happy for you. 👍 The hospital had a daddy boot camp class. They told those men to take the baby after kidding their wife hello and give her a much needed break. The men had been around other adults all day but their wives had been home with the baby and craving adult conversation and just being able to have a little time alone. I think it should be a required class for daddies to be.

    • @TheShellie28
      @TheShellie28 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Wow a hospital that thinks outside the box your right it should be a required one as dad's need to learn the basics too some dad's have never held or been round a baby which people forget ☺️

  • @cmac6992
    @cmac6992 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I had similar pain nursing at first and the cracking, blisters etc and then a lactation consultant worked with me on the baby's latch technique. You have to be sure the entire nipple and areola are in. The nurse said "hold your boob like a hamburger or sandwich" haha and be sure the baby's lips are flanged(fish lips)-can put your pinky in the corner of their mouth to aid. It shouldn't be painful once established and so easy-always ready, no dishes etc. Glad you were able to pump as well. It is a good option as she grows and is sleeping longer stretches for you to store some. Congratulations to you all! She is so precious!

  • @denisebennett5281
    @denisebennett5281 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    So loverly to see part of your life and keeping things real . How buetiful are yous together ❤

  • @MakeupDirt
    @MakeupDirt 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I’ve watched you for soooo long and as these videos of yours come out I’m 22 weeks pregnant and you put me at ease so much and I love your advice and hearing what you went through. Thank you for sharing !!!

  • @hanachelache66
    @hanachelache66 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you Elle. I had a medical C section 3 weeks ago. It's great to see a familiar face who has been through it all too. ❤

  • @emilyjpennnn
    @emilyjpennnn 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    This video is so encouraging and helpful. I just had a baby recently and resonate so much with what you said! thank you ♥️

  • @juliefournier4297
    @juliefournier4297 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    The "mom guilt" never ends 🙃

  • @breannakamakeeaina4279
    @breannakamakeeaina4279 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I’m about to have my first baby and doctor keeps bringing up c-section and i watched your video when you had her. I want to say thank you for this makes me less stress

  • @franchescarose
    @franchescarose 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I absolutely can identify with everything you said. My daughter is 2 1/2 and I ate a butterfinger in the car after grocery shopping alone. I felt guilty, lol. Also you explaining that you need to get out once a week alone but then justifying it by saying you’re running an errand is my same thought process. I didn’t feel like I had room to “complain” about my fiancé helping me because I was on my 6 week leave and he was still working full days. But he’d go to work then the gym then come home and shower too. He still needs to be reminded because now I’m a SAHM. But I see other women who’s husband go to work and the moms stays home. And they don’t need to be asked, the hubbys just do it. I get a little jealous of that. But no two couples are the same. Your daughter is so beautiful and so are you. Even though my birthing story story happened 2 1/2 years ago. Sometimes I feel guilt for having a C-section, my daughter not latching and me not producing only 1 oz total in 40mins so I stopped trying to feed her breast milk at 2 weeks old. But seeing videos like yours will always be a reminder that I’ve always done my best and my baby is healthy, loved and happy.

  • @amelia.jane1235
    @amelia.jane1235 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You’re doing a great job 👍 Sylvia! Thank-you for sharing your story. It’s hard work I know.
    You are awesome and Amelia (who is absolutely adorable) is very lucky to have you and Adam. You are great parents. X ♥️

  • @ginni333
    @ginni333 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    So glad you are feeling better. Like much of life, there are no absolutes. Experimentation is best.

  • @thinkforyourselfjohn3167
    @thinkforyourselfjohn3167 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thank you for sharing your experience with us and being so transparent your baby is beautiful God Bless her ♥️.

  • @mariellelopez7710
    @mariellelopez7710 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    The overwhelm is…….overwhelming! 1 year and 1 month in and I am still learning how to deal. Around 4:30 in the afternoon is when it feels the worst.

  • @swimlaps1
    @swimlaps1 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Even 25 min walk snd out to the store, is good! My mom would go out for 1 or 1.5 hrs each day, after we were 8! Adorable baby!

  • @TwistedStitchesShow
    @TwistedStitchesShow 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I believe the euphoria and hormonal rush of baby helps to counteract the pain. God knew what he was doing! I had natural with both my children and I swear the pain wasn’t that bad? I know postpartum is definitely hard to deal with, I had it with both my children, I think once that surge of euphoria and hormones subsided we are left feeling empty, I also felt very alone as I had no help, family or close enough friends. I’d never trade my children for anything ever, but I wish I had mental heath help at that time. It was over 30 years ago and help for postpartum wasn’t as much as a thing as it is now, they called it the baby blues, and I was told I’d get over it… having some help back then would’ve definitely been good for sure..

    • @Kerrviii
      @Kerrviii 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      ❤️

  • @MissMellyDi
    @MissMellyDi 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    With my 2nd csection I was really surprised how much it wasn't excruciating so of course I asked my Dr About it. He said the 1st time you are cut like that a lot of nerves are severed and you're feeling them die. With the 2nd, most of them would still be dead so you don't feel the pain. My youngest is 5 and my stomach is still numb below my belly button to my pubic bone. That stabbing burning pain on the right side where the clamp was? Also still hurts 😑

    • @Kerrviii
      @Kerrviii 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Same. 9 years later from first. I thought I wasn’t healing right. Thank u for this

    • @MissMellyDi
      @MissMellyDi 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@Kerrviii Glad to help

  • @raefranco5824
    @raefranco5824 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Omg! When I had my son he was breach so I had a C section. It went great till after surgery when they sedated me and I felt awful I couldn't communicate with my mom or husband that something was wrong. It was too strong. I really believe I was going to die but hung on for my son. It was awful.

    • @laurasara7132
      @laurasara7132 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Why were you sedated after surgery?

  • @Kerrviii
    @Kerrviii 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    We are on the same page. I have my Savannah Noelle 8 weeks…. I’ve always looked up to you & I admire you even more. I always say just found 1 thing you like about the room, or a color, your skin, anything…. Just find 1 good thing & keep building on that. This was so beautifully done. 🌹❤️😘 (have a 10 year old, had Pp depression, tons of loss, healing from 2nd c section as well) I wish you all the peace & happiness in the world. Congrats mama
    Also: thank u for bringing up other moms bringing up horror stories & your positive outlook! Your absolutely right! It’s all about perspective. Thank you so much for this. You’re daughter is so beautiful like you. I really appreciate your attitude. The nurses complimented me on my positive attitude in the hospital and that’s what’s always kept me going. 🌹 “if you’re rested your baby will thank you for it and that’s all that matters”. Means so much!

  • @xTriinuux
    @xTriinuux 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thank you for sharing with us!
    I'm glad you feel better💙
    Don't want to scare you, take it as a joke, but in Poland we say that if the child is good, it would be an absolute nightmare as a teenager 😅

  • @simple_naildesigns
    @simple_naildesigns 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you for sharing your C-section journey. Your baby girls is beautiful 🥰

  • @feliciacohn7458
    @feliciacohn7458 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    36 weeks pregnant this will be my third C-section here in a few weeks. Recovery is hard. I’m also a hairstylist, hope I can get back to it soon after my recovery

  • @Sage.photogrphy
    @Sage.photogrphy 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I had a C-section I wasn’t worried I didn’t have pain afterwards I didn’t get up and move around I stayed and rest for three days because I had to recover because my baby came early and he was 2 pounds and 13 ounces but he’s healthy now in fact he was fine it was me that was going down and I had no choice to get the C-section but I was fine afterwords I wasn’t in pain or anything ! I was 18 at the time I wasn’t worried I think my mind was to focus on my baby and that’s all that matters

  • @Ingrid0410
    @Ingrid0410 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi dear! Welcome to motherhood! My kids are in their 30s biggest blessing in the world my kids. No, once you have a C Section always one. 👍God bless you in your motherhood journey. Seek God in your marriage and motherhood.

  • @deannahockenberry5806
    @deannahockenberry5806 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I had a c-section with my twins. They were two months early. I couldn't breast feed which was hard. They had to be fed with a tube. I didn't get to hold them either for the first week.

  • @jordanramseyer
    @jordanramseyer 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    How is your stomach? 10 weeks out and Mine still is puffy and messed up and I'm so depressed over it

    • @Kerrviii
      @Kerrviii 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Omg my daughter is Savannah Noelle. 8 weeks and still have a kangaroo pouch as I call it. I thought I wasn’t healing right. 2nd c section. I am going through it too. I had domestic abuse and had to get a restraining order so I’m very alone. I’m also breast feeding. If you find any ways to help lose that weight please let me know. I feel like it’s too soon to do a bunch of exercise.

  • @ellabb4715
    @ellabb4715 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    she is so precious, thank you for sharing xxx

  • @Dazzira27
    @Dazzira27 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I've had 4 c-sections and yes the first one was the worse but each one after were such a breeze. I also had much faster recoveries I was up and back to normal within a week . I didn't over do it or lift anything heavy though .

    • @simple_naildesigns
      @simple_naildesigns 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Very true, I experienced the same with my C-sections!

  • @julesmpc1314
    @julesmpc1314 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you for posting this video!!

  • @PaolaSanchez-hc5my
    @PaolaSanchez-hc5my 25 วันที่ผ่านมา

    I also had an unplanned C-section and thankfully recovery was good. I wouldn't want to go through it again but I could do it I suppose once more and maybe twice more, for the sake of having children.

    • @juliennetully4814
      @juliennetully4814 6 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      Look into VBAC if you want more kids

  • @mariacarey4239
    @mariacarey4239 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Beautiful angel, blessings!

  • @amberkelley8207
    @amberkelley8207 ปีที่แล้ว

    So u feel like a c section isn't as bad as it seems? Would u say that the pain level is the same as ur fibroid surgery? I am in the same exact situation that you were in. Back in 2020 I had to get a fibroid removed on my uterus and was told if I have any other kids I would need a C-section. I just found out I am pregnant with my second child. My first one was a natural birth. I'm just wondering when it comes to the pain level

  • @leahcollins7598
    @leahcollins7598 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I just found your videos bec I’m looking for pregnancy journeys post myomectomy. Just watched your other ones too, thanks so much for them! How many weeks did they require you to get c-section? Video gives me hope, I’m one month post op at 35. 💜

  • @marisolgonzales5746
    @marisolgonzales5746 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    She is precious💕💕💕💕💕💕

  • @grizzlyalmighty2
    @grizzlyalmighty2 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you for this

  • @Piyadamiller
    @Piyadamiller 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    So cute 🥰🙏👏🏻

  • @francisd6942
    @francisd6942 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    So Beautiful 💕💜💕 congratulations on You being So One Honest about being a new mommy n especially the baby blues Your Awesome 😎 n your baby is a precious angel so so cute 🥰💕💕💕💕💕♥️Happy First Mothers Day 2022💕💕💕💕

  • @JP-qq9yd
    @JP-qq9yd 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I had 4 natural births, emergency csection for my twins...csection is much more painful in the long run. Be kind to yourself.

  • @JP-qq9yd
    @JP-qq9yd 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Congratulations;)

  • @StefandCarly
    @StefandCarly 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Ty sooo much for this! The subject about touching & not wanting anything or anyone else touching you ... i 💯 % get! Sometimes my husband will be affectionate and it would stress me out and he feels rejected then I feel bad lol like I’m some crazy Bitch lol butttt this is the first time I hear someone say that and say it’s normal. Ty ty ty 🙏🏼🖤

  • @Sirchingsince
    @Sirchingsince 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Be careful with that friend from the barbeque who thought your life was "perfect"...reeks of jealousy.

  • @melissakarrcohen7561
    @melissakarrcohen7561 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    💖💖💖

  • @kaycamayd8819
    @kaycamayd8819 ปีที่แล้ว

    Our plan was natural birth but on my weeks 37 check up my ob says I had high blood pressure and I'm 36 year old. She suggested to get induced the follow up week. I'm very active person (gym /dog walker). I went in hospital for induced but two days I couldn't dilated so another doctor suggested c section. They find something in my blood but not worry about it. He suggested to put sleep me while they did the c section. Everything was pefect until they need to close me up. I bleeding 2 litter of blood but they have blood on side for. I'm very grateful for the doctors and nurses that day. I'm have beautiful daughter now

  • @jessicanaan3284
    @jessicanaan3284 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Amelia, oh my gosh, kisses for her. Thank you for this video.

  • @japonesa5186
    @japonesa5186 7 วันที่ผ่านมา

    ♥️

  • @Anonymous-ot1sd
    @Anonymous-ot1sd 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    7:45 same 😑

  • @Tricia.Vera07
    @Tricia.Vera07 ปีที่แล้ว

    👶🏻💞

  • @sek4110
    @sek4110 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Depak Chopra? He is a new age deceiver who lead people to hell, consider the only one that can comfort you. His name is Jesus. He is the Christ.

  • @JessicaOceanLover
    @JessicaOceanLover 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I had a c section 3 weeks ago…my spinal failed me, I felt them doing the surgery, started screaming, & they knocked me out. Spent 24 hours in bed throwing up with a catheter still in me. Didn’t see my baby for over a day because he was taken to the NICU because he’s was only 1 1/2 pounds. 3 weeks later I’m still in so much pain. Would never do this again 😂😢

  • @kimchi6538
    @kimchi6538 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    You're so rad, in so many ways