When Tino was about 4 days old, I noticed a bloody discharge in her nappy. It wasn't much, only a slightly reddish tinge but still I was worried. What was happening to my poor baby??
I showed it to my dad, who happens to be a doctor, and one we never ever consult when sick...lol...and he said I should take her to see a paediatrician straight away.
That evening, Cheeku and I took Tino to see Dr Herbert Peters. He was surprised to know she was only 4 days old and already coming to see the doctor. He checked her nappy and laughed. Like WTF? I'm worried sick here and the guy laughs it off.
"Your baby has what is called pseudo menses", he told us. What's that? It's like she's having her period, and is a result of maternal hormones, and should pass very quickly and you'll see it again when she's menstruating. My God, my baby has her period and she's 4 days old. How's that for development? Lol.
Dr Peters was right. The very next day it disappeared.
About Me
- Coconut Girl
- I like to think I'm a seasoned blogger...but then again...no. I've switched blogs a gazillion times, depending on which way the wind is blowing. This may very well be my final blog. I'm veering unsteadily towards the big 3-0 and need some stability. Life never changes in the tropics, nor has mine really. I'm still me, a few kids in tow, a husband I see maybe 10 full days a month, parents who remind me to provide food for my kids (something I tend to forget when I'm planning drinks on the seawall), and friends who keep me young at heart. Don't mind my blog, it's mostly rubbish, me trying to sound smart and insightful and DEEP.
Tinto
I'm a cutie and I know it!
Pink Tinto
See my two front teeth?
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