https://boards.hellobee.com/ Pregnancy, Baby and Parenting blog, by Hellobee en Sun, 05 Apr 2026 03:43:39 +0000 https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/postpartum-periods-2#post-2926307 Mon, 07 Feb 2022 12:20:28 +0000 poppygirl15 2926307@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>With both of my kids, I didn't get it back until they were around 18 months old. For both kiddos, I was BF/pumping until 12 mo &amp; then did extended (but just before bed/nap) BF thereafter. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/postpartum-periods-2#post-2926279 Wed, 02 Feb 2022 16:35:03 +0000 kayla0416 2926279@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I exclusively breastfed my 3 girls til 1 year, and with my first I got my period at 11mo pp, the second was 6mo, the third was about 2mo! My doctor said it looked/felt like I was ovulating during my 6week pp checkup, and she was right! The difference between the 3 didn't seem to correlate to how they were sleeping at all. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/postpartum-periods-2#post-2926258 Mon, 31 Jan 2022 22:45:22 +0000 bees_knees 2926258@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I didn’t get mine until after all 4 of mine were 12+ months. With my oldest three, it happened about a month after we sleep trained and they started sleeping through the night (I assume the abrupt cut back in nursing—since we were cosleeping and they basically nursed all night long—hence the sleep training)</p> <p>With my daughter I didn’t get my cycle back until she was 15ish months, well after she was sleeping through the night. But it was a more gradual cutting back of nursing sessions, since she didn’t need to sleep train ever (and very peacefully coslept without hardly nursing overnight). </p> <p>Maybe tmi but I was able to tell my period was coming by monitoring (very suddenly noticeable) cervical fluid. And my postpartum periods were so awful—bad enough to make me want to get pregnant again asap :silly: </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/postpartum-periods-2#post-2926256 Mon, 31 Jan 2022 19:30:40 +0000 Clementine12 2926256@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@bhbee: this rings a bell - DS had a 2 month long 4 month sleep regression :sad: </p> <p>@karenbme: that's the dream! I think my previous first periods postpartum were super heavy the first cycle then pretty normal following. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/postpartum-periods-2#post-2926255 Mon, 31 Jan 2022 18:46:02 +0000 karenbme 2926255@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I got a very light period back at 10 months postpartum. I EPed and my daughter was home with us the whole time thanks to Covid. I don’t remember a lot of symptoms other than a dip in my supply and some bloating/cramping a day or two before it started. Unlike the other two posters mine came back very light and stayed that way until about 18 months postpartum, when it got closer to what it was before I got pregnant, but it’s still a little lighter on average than it was pre-pregnancy and my daughter is 28 months old. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/postpartum-periods-2#post-2926238 Mon, 31 Jan 2022 07:59:32 +0000 Lahela017 2926238@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I didn't get mine until 13 months postpartum! I was breastfeeding my daughter on demand, but that was probably 5-6 times a day, no night feedings from about 4 months on. I think my body is super sensitive to nursing because I could not get pregnant with number two until I had completely weaned my daughter. (I was nursing maybe 3-4 times a week when she was 2.5 and we couldn't get pregnant for several months until I totally stopped with her.)</p> <p>My first few periods were very heavy, so I would also be prepared for that. It was not fun. They also weren't regular cycle lengths for the first few.</p> <p>I don't remember having any signs that it was coming. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/postpartum-periods-2#post-2926237 Sun, 30 Jan 2022 21:40:06 +0000 bhbee 2926237@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I got it back earlier (maybe 7m or so) with my kid who slept through the night. My terrible sleepers who always wanted a night feed for comfort kept it away past their first birthdays!</p> <p>I do think pumping is somehow different and causes it to come back sooner. For the 7m one I was pumping and saw a dip in supply right before, but with the others I was only nursing so couldn’t tell. </p> <p>I think I may have had spotting as the signs leading up to it? I had some terrible postpartum periods when it stayed away longer (super heavy) so maybe be prepared - but who knows, might not happen to you! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/postpartum-periods-2#post-2926236 Sun, 30 Jan 2022 21:26:01 +0000 Clementine12 2926236@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Tell me about your experiences- I'm most interested in what signs you experienced that indicated your cycle wasr returning.</p> <p>I got my cycle back around 6 months PP with my oldest 2. I also went back to work and was pumping instead of feeding on demand...</p> <p>Here I am nearly 8 months PP with my last kid and no cycle in sight. I stayed home this time - feeding on demand, generally 5 times a day and baby sleeps through the night. I keep thinking its around the corner! Ugh. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/what-should-i-ask-for-for-christmas#post-2925555 Fri, 19 Nov 2021 21:47:52 +0000 lady baltimore 2925555@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Thanks for all of the robe suggestions - I will be sending DH a few links.</p> <p>I already invested in warm, supportive slippers while teaching from home last year, or those would definitely make the list.</p> <p>@ChitownRo: Thanks for the redirect to the gift ideas thread! I am going to poke around over there for more ideas. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/what-should-i-ask-for-for-christmas#post-2925518 Wed, 17 Nov 2021 10:20:58 +0000 catgirl 2925518@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I agree with the barefoot dreams cardigan or robe - I don't have one but know so may people who do who love them! </p> <p>A nice, supportive pair of slippers. When my DD was a newborn she was happiest when we were walking or swaying. We don't wear shoes in the house and my cheap slippers weren't cutting it with how much I was on my feet with her. </p> <p>A nice water bottle. I was recently gifted the stanley 40oz tumbler that is all the craze - I LOVE it! I wouldn't have spent the money on it myself but it is so great. Keeps my water super cold, has a handle, and fits in almost every cup holder. I know when DD was little I always had to have water near me.</p> <p>A heated neck/back massager - when I was nursing my back and neck got so sore. My friend lent me her neck massager and it was amazing. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/what-should-i-ask-for-for-christmas#post-2925517 Wed, 17 Nov 2021 09:06:31 +0000 Chuckles 2925517@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I'm obsessed with wanting one of these fancy robes. I'd like to have another option besides my cozy but sort of frumpy robe. Kimandono.com </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/what-should-i-ask-for-for-christmas#post-2925515 Wed, 17 Nov 2021 07:59:09 +0000 Mama Bird 2925515@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>If I could have asked for anything as a new mom, it would be a rocking chair. I love love love those, and I hear they're great for soothing babies too. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/what-should-i-ask-for-for-christmas#post-2925513 Tue, 16 Nov 2021 23:20:46 +0000 periwinklebee 2925513@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>An Ugg bathrobe? I splurged recently and at 9 months pregnant I think it's not an exaggeration to say it is one of my main sources of happiness in life now :silly: </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/what-should-i-ask-for-for-christmas#post-2925512 Tue, 16 Nov 2021 22:54:29 +0000 bhbee 2925512@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Maybe something barefoot dreams brand? I have the cardigan type sweater (bought from Nordstrom) and I loooove it in the winter. I think they also make throws and robes. Just googled reviews and they said the robe is worth the hype :silly: </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/what-should-i-ask-for-for-christmas#post-2925510 Tue, 16 Nov 2021 22:47:44 +0000 ChitownRo 2925510@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Maybe some nice skin products? I don’t know much about that but know there’s fancy options 😂<br /> Or an nice throw blanket? Or weighted blanket? Cozy slippers?<br /> Fancy candles or diffusers? I’m so excited about a new diffuser that smells like pine trees (posted under gift ideas thread). </p> <p>The one thing I’ve asked for for years but have yet to get: him researching composting options and then buying the stuff we need for it 😂 </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/what-should-i-ask-for-for-christmas#post-2925509 Tue, 16 Nov 2021 22:41:53 +0000 lady baltimore 2925509@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Let me preface this by saying that I HATE asking for specific presents, my love language is whatever one covers the gift giver figuring out something that I would like.</p> <p>That said, my DH is not great at coming up with gift ideas (ask me how many times I have gotten a jumbo pack of fine tipped Sharpies :silly: ). He wants some guidance about Christmas, and since I will be giving birth in February, I am thinking that I may steer him toward something indulgent for postpartum/breast feeding, like a really nice robe or . . . this is not an area where I usually splurge, so I am at a bit of a loss. Any suggestions of something useful, but also a bit fancy or luxurious for the third &amp; fourth trimester? </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/umbilical-hernia-during-pregnancy#post-2923999 Mon, 07 Jun 2021 21:03:06 +0000 Sams Mom 2923999@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I had one when pregnant with Hazel, but by the time I was 6 weeks post c section it's not a problem anymore. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/umbilical-hernia-during-pregnancy#post-2923869 Tue, 25 May 2021 21:28:33 +0000 agold 2923869@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>My friend had it taken care of along with a tummy tuck at the same time. Insurance covered the anesthesia for the procedure, but not for the tummy tuck. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/umbilical-hernia-during-pregnancy#post-2923864 Tue, 25 May 2021 18:21:22 +0000 cake2017 2923864@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Hello! I have an umbilical hernia. Planning to get it fixed after baby since this is our last one. Anyone experience the surgery or procedure? I assume laparoscopic would be the route I go... wondering if it would help the wrinkles on my tummy too? Anyone have this during and after baby? Thanks! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/loose-belly-skin-and-diastasis-recti#post-2920475 Thu, 05 Nov 2020 07:56:34 +0000 Jessiemuller88 2920475@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@Bmaja: thank you! That’s my problem too! I can’t go through a single day without having to lift something heavy. At this rate, I’ll never heal my gap! I appreciate you sending the link! Short workouts are what I need. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/loose-belly-skin-and-diastasis-recti#post-2920465 Wed, 04 Nov 2020 19:21:06 +0000 Bmaja 2920465@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Love this topic. I found Bodyfit by Amy. She has a ton of free videos on YouTube that worked for me. I never studied her qualifications... but she said some things my mom’s PT said about sitting up... so I was hooked. Ha. They are short workouts, she is super postive, and has a schedule in instagram that was do able. Now if I wasn’t so stupid to try and lift and move a playset. Good luck! Hopefully this link takes you to postnatal videos.</p> <p><a href="https://m.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLMHMyl3oeyh1EjXr_VvHH_TtMyhT2jLIo" rel="nofollow">https://m.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLMHMyl3oeyh1EjXr_VvHH_TtMyhT2jLIo</a> </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/loose-belly-skin-and-diastasis-recti#post-2920163 Sun, 01 Nov 2020 19:48:47 +0000 MACSUNSHINE 2920163@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@jessiemuller88 thank you! I have a reminder that pops up every week :silly: . Maybe this week!</p> <p>@shantuck oh no! I am happy to hear you liked it, I just need to dedicate the time and get it done. This belly deserves some rehab. Hope you are on the mend and get back into the program. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/loose-belly-skin-and-diastasis-recti#post-2920152 Sat, 31 Oct 2020 07:56:15 +0000 Jessiemuller88 2920152@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@Shantuck: ouch!! Sorry about your toes! Hope they heal quickly. Thanks for sharing your experience with the program. I’m going to check it out! </p> <p>@MrsSRS: Thank you! I’ll look into this! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/loose-belly-skin-and-diastasis-recti#post-2920139 Fri, 30 Oct 2020 14:44:07 +0000 MrsSRS 2920139@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>There's a book called Lose Your Mummy Tummy which has great exercises for diastasis recti too. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/loose-belly-skin-and-diastasis-recti#post-2920128 Thu, 29 Oct 2020 21:48:38 +0000 Shantuck 2920128@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@MACSUNSHINE: I finished 9 weeks of the Nancy Anderson ab rehab program and then on 10/1 while doing a video in my basement I stubbed my toes on a piece of furniture and ended up with 2 broken toes. :bummed: I did like the program and have noticed some improvement but I do have another 3 weeks to go. PSA: don’t work out barefoot! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/loose-belly-skin-and-diastasis-recti#post-2920091 Wed, 28 Oct 2020 13:26:30 +0000 Jessiemuller88 2920091@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@MACSUNSHINE: yes! Thank you so much for sharing! I just looked at the program overview, and it’s definitely something I am interested in. </p> <p>I hope you find the time and energy to focus on yourself! I have a hard time fitting “me time” in, but this program seems super manageable! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/loose-belly-skin-and-diastasis-recti#post-2920076 Wed, 28 Oct 2020 05:00:43 +0000 MACSUNSHINE 2920076@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>So I purchased Nancy Anderson’s ab rehab but have not done the full 12 weeks.</p> <p><a href="https://www.nancyandersonfit.com/products/12-week-post-pregnancy-ab-rehab-course-coaching-included" rel="nofollow">https://www.nancyandersonfit.com/products/12-week-post-pregnancy-ab-rehab-course-coaching-included</a></p> <p>I have been impressed with the results I have seen and heard about. Lynzy2020 should get you 20% off if you decide to try it. Maybe now I can refocus on it.</p> <p>Give yourself grace, healthy babies and mamas are most important. I do think reengaging your core is so important for overall health. You will get there! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/loose-belly-skin-and-diastasis-recti#post-2920075 Wed, 28 Oct 2020 04:58:29 +0000 MACSUNSHINE 2920075@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>A few people I have known have done the Nancy Anderson ab rehab and been extremely happy. </p> <p><a href="https://www.nancyandersonfit.com/products/12-week-post-pregnancy-ab-rehab-course-coaching-included" rel="nofollow">https://www.nancyandersonfit.com/products/12-week-post-pregnancy-ab-rehab-course-coaching-included</a></p> <p>I purchased it but have yet to start it. I think code lynzy2020 should get you 20% off. I did the evaluation part but really need to focus and the first few weeks are all breathing. Maybe this will be the kick I need to focus on me... </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/loose-belly-skin-and-diastasis-recti#post-2920061 Tue, 27 Oct 2020 13:27:40 +0000 Jessiemuller88 2920061@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@jennlin821: wow! That’s quite a difference. I will definitely look into dermarolling. </p> <p>I am not working with a PT. I have been following a routine from EveryMother. It has helped a lot, but I feel like my progress has definitely plateaued the past few months. </p> <p>Thank you. I keep telling myself the same thing, but it’s so hard to be positive when I hate what I see in the mirror. I know I should be proud of my body for giving me healthy babies, and I am, I just want to do everything I can to help it fully heal I guess. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/loose-belly-skin-and-diastasis-recti#post-2920056 Tue, 27 Oct 2020 12:51:16 +0000 jennlin821 2920056@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I saw this video on YouTube, about dermarolling - looks like she had a great experience with it. </p> <p><a href="https://youtu.be/ChG8aSvEU6A" rel="nofollow">https://youtu.be/ChG8aSvEU6A</a></p> <p>As far as the DR - are you working with a physical therapist? </p> <p>It’s only been 10 months - give your body some time and forgiveness! </p>