Hospitalization of Carrie Johnson due to 'severe dehydration' confirmed
In a candid post, Carrie Johnson, wife of the ex-prime minister Boris Johnson, shed light on her recent hospitalization due to severe dehydration. At 37, she shared a photo of herself and her newborn, Poppy Eliza Josephine, in a hospital bed, and penned a heartfelt message about the unforeseen incident. She captioned the post, "Being hospitalized for two nights for severe dehydration wasn't on my postpartum bingo card."
Mothers, take heed, Carrie admonished, especially those who are breastfeeding. The heat can take a toll, and it's crucial to ensure you're consuming enough food and fluids, especially during those grueling clusterfeeding sessions.
Poppy came into their lives on May 21, making the Johnsons a family of six, joining big brother Frank, sister Romy, and brother Wilfred. However, the blissful moment was tarnished by a challenging week for the new family. Carrie battled mastitis and her daughter experienced reflux. "Mastitis (me), reflux (her), dehydration (me). What a pair we are!" she joked in an Instagram story.
The couple expressed gratitude for the kind messages and advice they received, particularly on managing reflux. Carrie also took a moment to express her appreciation for the NHS, as they navigate this turbulent phase of their lives.
The NHS strongly recommends breastfeeding mothers to stay well-hydrated by drinking plenty of fluids while avoiding caffeine and alcohol to prevent their effects being passed on to the baby. Having a drink nearby during feeds is advisable, along with water, low-fat milk, and low-sugar drinks.
As the UK bakes under the scorching sun, the UK Health Security Agency has issued an 'amber heat health alert' for the next four days, advising health and social care organizations of potential threats to their patients and facilities. The temperature could soar up to 34°C on Monday, with a 20% chance of surpassing the hottest June day on record of 35.6°C from 1976.
With a potential record-breaking temperature approaching, it's essential for breastfeeding mothers to pay extra attention to their fluid intake to avoid dehydration, as Carrie's experience aptly demonstrates.
- Carrie Johnson's hospitalization due to severe dehydration underscores the importance of maintaining good health-and-wellness, especially for breastfeeding mothers.
- In the heat, mothers must ensure they consume adequate food and fluids, even during difficult clusterfeeding sessions, to prevent dehydration.
- The Johnsons' newborn, Poppy, experienced reflux, adding to the challenges during their first week as a family of six.
- Carrie Johnson appreciates the supportive messages and advice on managing reflux she received, and also expresses gratitude for the services provided by the NHS.
- The NHS advises breastfeeding mothers to drink plenty of fluids, avoid caffeine and alcohol, and have a drink nearby during feeds to prevent dehydration.
- As the UK endures a heatwave with potential temperatures reaching 34°C, measures must be taken to protect family-health and the health of babies, especially breastfeeding mothers, because dehydration can be a serious issue.
