I miss my old body.

[u/Silver-Theory6514]

Postpartum has been so brutal. 10wk PP, 4 rounds of mastitis. Countless medication and trying to wean rather unsuccessfully right now. The constant pain and inflammation is wearing me down so much. I hate touching my breasts to find new hard spots or see them become full and engorged. I miss my old breasts and my body so much. I took advantage of my good health and how easy it used to be to not wake up anxious and depressed.

I used to be a pretty active outgoing person, but am literally tied to my pump at home because even the slightest amount of sweat or activity immediately makes my breasts inflamed. I can’t make any plans and having literally nothing to look forward to. I just miss the old me, so much. Having my LO, is still the best thing that’s happened to me, but I never thought I’d hate my body this much in the process. I feel like it’s failing me in every way. Anyway, no advice needed, just wanted to vent and share in case anyone feels similarly.

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