Retained tissue 7days PP, what to look out for

Hey everybody!

Just thought I would write a little PSA.

I nearly died yesrerday due to retained tissue 7 days after birth. I had symptoms I didn't even know were symptoms that I think everyone should be aware of.

I started to become more bloated (I know its hard to tell so soon after bub but my tummy was more swollen day 7 than it was day 2)

I was getting pain in my vagina kinda similar to lightening crotch.

I had began cramping again after doing a wee (like the fist wee after birth)

I was feeling very hungry but the thought of food/eating was making me feel sick.

And finally my blood loss had gone from pink back to red and I lost a little clot the size of a golf ball (which compared to the rest that followed hours later was considered small)

I really don't want to scare anyone I just think everyone should be aware. I almost died. I almost didn't get to see my baby grow up. I was rushed to theatre, I lost at least 3L of blood and have have to have 5 blood transfusions, an iron transfusion and 3 lots of IV antibiotics. Be careful, be aware of your body, I knew something wasn't right I should have pushed the point. Trust yourself!