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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]Second the notion that no nurse is going to change a diaper outside of maybe coaching you through the first one. Though some hospitals will take your baby to the nursery for a few hours overnight, and bring the baby back when he/she gets hungry.  You are the parent and need to take care of your baby just like you will once you get home.  I also gave birth in a teaching hospital so a nursing student was assigned to me both times in post partum.  In one case, the instructor was teaching her and it was helpful to listen along.  with baby #2, I just had her watch the baby so I could shower without wheeling the bassinet into the bathroom.  I think the key here is while yes you are recuperating, you are still a parent first.  [/quote]

In VHC the nurses did everything. I had a difficult delivery with both of my girls. They were amazing. Changed their diapers, took them away from me so that I could sleep, helped with me breastfeeding etc. I came home well rested and recuperated. I’m sure it’s a bit different now with covid. I also didn’t need anything - they had everything the baby and I could possibly need. I definitely over packed.[/quote]

+1 similar potpartum experience at VHC with baby #3 (first two were born outside the DC area).  The postpartum nurses were absolutely amazing.  I had a quick vaginal birth with no complications, but they still helped with the first few diaper changes and with getting the baby swaddled, especially when my husband went home to look after the big kids.  They made me feel very comfortable asking for help with anything I needed. At night, they kept vitals checks to a minimum, so I was able to get at least some rest. The whole stay was surprisingly calm, peaceful, and stress-free.[/quote]

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