Discouraged! Bootcamp -> Mastitis

[Fe LTL]

I finally got motivated to get fit 4 months postpartum...started my bootcamp of BWO (Tempo) and on day 5 came down with an aggressive case of mastitis. I have stopped tapping now days 5-7, but was really looking forward to getting back in shape, however I have to wonder if it was too much on my body.

I am 27, 5"6, current weight 151, goal weight 135...I know ttapp is about size not weight but just to give you an idea.

Any advice? I read somewhere that exercises where the arms go over the head can make you prone to mastitis...Should I just make that modification?

[ayj67]

Any advice? I read somewhere that exercises where the arms go over the head can make you prone to mastitis...Should I just make that modification?

Where did you hear this?

Block ducts or yeast or other bacteria causes mastitis... Now, if you are dehydrated, too tired, stress out, over exercise you can be having mastitis easier.

I don't see modification for the moves, I see ending any bootcamp until you are not nursing anymore. Don't over exercise, especially when you are nursing. Make sure you drink a lot of water before, during and after the workout. If you are tired, don't push more exercise, be nice to yourself and give your body some rest.

You are going to continue to have some water retention and fat reserve (at least 10 lbs) for nursing. It was what my ob/gyn told me, there was always 10 extra pound of water and fat for the baby no matter how much exercise we do and whatever we eat. So, relax, learn T-Tapp well, you will have a better body and better health.

[JenniferT]

I battled four bouts of mastitis the first year I was nursing my son. I continued with PBS daily, but took it easy until it was resolved each time, only walking using T-Tapp technique. I wouldn't worry about boot camps either. I lost my inches using MORE or BWO+ mostly 2-3 days a week with some walking and sneaking in Hoe Downs here and there through-out the day, mostly while holding my son since he didn't let me put him down for very long without crying. When you are feeling better you could do EOD going to your max. I would also suggest alfalfa and skin brushing

[WendyD]

Fe - Take it easy. I'm so sorry you have mastitis! UGH!!! If this is your first baby, you will be frusterated that you haven't lost the weight yet, or even a good part of it. You hear that bfing will help. Hog Wash! At least for me it was. It takes a long time for your body to recover. I didn't fully lose the weight until I had 2 cycles after I stopped bfing. Then it just dropped off. With my son, bottle fed, I couldn't lose the weight until about 9 months postp and then it dropped off. Sometimes it takes longer than we want. It will happen! :-)

Second, you brought a precious life into this world. :-) Don't push to hard. Take care of yourself and the baby. If you aren't sleeping great, it's not going to help the weight loss and hard exercise won't help you any. It'll just wear you out. Do what you can! Celebrate your gains, even if they are small. Take it easy on yourself and give yourself some time for healing. 4 months seems like enough time, but it may not be for your body. It wasn't for mine and I sure missed my pre-baby body.

I sincerely meant this as encouragement! Hugs!

[BlessedMama]

What they said!

Just focus on consistency, even if that's a few moves a day and/or a workout every other day. You have already gotten good advice to not overdo it. Mastitis for me was usually a sign I was pushing too much. Your sleep is probably interrupted, and if you can't nap during the day, you'll need to watch you don't push too much.

Also be sure you're not decreasing calories to "help" you lose. That is counterproductive. Be sure to get lots of good fats in your diet--it's good for you AND for your baby! (especially the brain!)

Oh, and focusing on ribs up throughout the day will help alignment as well as help melt the tummy!

[just7]

I wasn't T-Tapping when I had my bout with mastitis several years ago but I would echo what the others said---take it slow. Maybe doing 2-4 reps for each move might be an option. That way you are getting through all of BWO+ without pushing too hard. As you are consistent...even in the little things...your body will respond. That is one of the beauties of this workout.

[Rachelle]

Also, for immediate relief, put fresh cabbage leaves on the affected breast. leave in place for 20 minutes, remove and discard. Reapply 2 more times. Drink your water, cut out sugar and refined foods. Get out in the Sunshine for 10-20 min at midday, and get enough sleep. (haha! try to get in a nap when baby naps - I have 7 so I know) Repeat this for 2 or 3 days.
note: extended use of cabbage leaves may decrease milk supply, make sure to keep your regular nursing schedule, and don't over use the leaves.
side note: cabbage leaves are excellent for relief when baby is weaning.
So sorry you have this! Get better soon!

[BlessedMama]

I loved a product from TriLight Herbs called Mastitix. It worked better than anything, including antibiotics!

http://www.trilighthealth.com/Mastit...port-p194.html

(It can be used for other illnesses, too! I finished up the last bottle I had on a dd's sickness! )

[Fe LTL]

Thank you for your encouragement and understanding ladies!

A little back story...I luckily only gained about 25 lbs during my pregnancy and day 10 pp was back to my pre-pregnancy weight (10 lbs more than my "goal weight"). Then I started having major pain nursing...which continued for 3 months! Turns out my oversupply was causing raynauds syndrome in my nipples! Think glass inside your nipple type pain every time I nursed. Incredibly I was able to endure until a lactation consultant recognized what it was and put me on a protocol to help minimize the symptoms (warmth, b6, good latch). Well during those 3 months of constant pain I def turned to food (cookies, cheesecake & chocolate) for comfort which added 10 lbs back on.

Shortly after one of my pregnant friends made a comment about it supposed to be easy to lose weight when you are nursing...when I mentioned it hadnt been easy - women can be too unkind w one another :/

Anywho, so I started my bootcamp and you know the rest.

In one or two more days I will start tapping again. EOD at most and making sure I sleep well. I am a little bummed out bc I was feeling so strong and empowered during my bootcamp - but I guess like several of you said consistency is key!

[pamelaw]

Whenever we work out, our bodies release toxins. You've had such good, loving advice and I'm sorry your friend was such a dolt. People can be so clueless.

I think something benign as a detoxificant like Zeolite, which pulls out toxins but leaves your minerals and vitamins alone, may be very helpful. I get mine here: http://www.etszeolite.com/index.html

I hope this helps and wish you the best! And very gentle, non-hurtful cyber hugs are coming your way from me.