Andi Dorfman revealed that she was hospitalized just days after announcing that she gave birth to her first child, a daughter named Harper, on December 20.
The Bachelorette star, 37, who shared the happy news after 28 hours of labor, gave a health update to her Instagram followers on Saturday to reveal that she had to undergo a “procedure.”
But shortly before Christmas, the TV personality welcomed her little one into the world with her husband, Blaine Hart.
In a snapshot uploaded to her stories, Dorfman could be seen resting in a hospital bed with her baby lying on her chest.
‘Well, we’re back! This time for mom (a minor hiccup and she needed a quick, safe procedure), but first she had to quickly snuggle this little nugget.’
“I’ve never been so excited about anesthesia (motherhood changes you quickly),” Andi said.
Andi Dorfman, 37, revealed that she was hospitalized just days after announcing that she gave birth to her first child, a daughter named Harper, on December 20.
She then emphasized the importance of listening to one’s body, writing, ‘Lesson learned: no matter how clueless you are about motherhood, you still know your body best!’
‘Listen to him! Yes, recovery is difficult and everyone is different, but your instincts are valid (and probably right).’
In a second post, she uploaded a photo of a hospital room and thanked the messages she received to make her feel less alone “with the general lack of postpartum care (that’s a rant for a different day, ha).”
“Anyway, after I got home I was in a lot of pain and it was getting worse every day,” Dorfman recalled.
He added: “Even though the internet says recovery takes time, I still felt like something was wrong and finally, after trying all the home remedies, I called my doctors and they told me to come immediately.”
“Turns out I had a large bruise and a small bruise that were the cause of the pain,” Andi revealed.
According to the Cleveland ClinicA hematoma is a “closed wound where blood pools and fills a space inside the body because it cannot flow or drain.”
The media personality explained that “within a few hours we were at the hospital and preparing for surgery.”
‘Well, we’re back! This time for mom (a minor hiccup and she needed a quick, safe procedure), but first she had to quickly snuggle this little nugget.
“Turns out I had a large bruise and a small bruise that were the cause of the pain,” Andi revealed.
In an additional update, Dorfman took a selfie with her baby as she apparently continues to recover at home. “I love her so much,” he wrote.
“A very simple procedure, but still pretty scary having a 6-day-old baby (plus a lot of hormones still lurking).”
In conclusion, Andi told her fans, “Trust your body, trust your instincts, and trust that your doctors truly care about your health and well-being and don’t be afraid to communicate with them.”
She admitted feeling “guilty” for “worrying about myself instead of my daughter, but realized she’s no good if I’m not good.” I hope this helps anyone who doubts their own postpartum recovery.’
In an additional update, Dorfman took a selfie with her baby as she apparently continues to recover at home. “I love her very much,” he wrote.
Earlier on December 20, the star took to her Instagram Stories to reveal that she had given birth to her daughter.
At the time, she uploaded a photo of her baby’s hand while still in the hospital and wrote, “28 hours of labor later… and we’re officially a group of 3.”
In August, Andi and her husband Blaine excitedly announced that they were expecting their first child together.
And that same month, the lovebirds revealed the sex of their little one during a beach party.
At the time, she uploaded a photo of her baby’s hand while still in the hospital and wrote, “28 hours of labor later… and we’re officially a group of 3.”
Two days after initially announcing the birth of her baby, Andi hopped on Instagram once again.
She shared an adorable snap while resting in a hospital bed while gently cradling the newborn.
Her husband, whom she married in May 2023 during a romantic ceremony in Italy, also sat next to her.
‘Introducing…Harper Bell Hart. Our sweet girl came into this world weighing a solid 7 pounds, 13 ounces and standing just like her daddy at 20.5 inches! she wrote.
“We are more in love with her than we could have ever imagined. I cry on the spot just looking at her and dad is completely wrapped around her cute little finger.
Dorfman added: “She even chose her middle name, which is short for Bellissima, the Italian word for “beautiful.” An ode to a place that has been a magical part of so many milestones in our lives and will now continue to be a part of her forever.’
The new mother then thanked her fans and followers for the ‘incredible good wishes’.
And a big thank you to our daughter for making us the softest, proudest, cheesiest parents ever! “This is truly the best gift we have ever received.”
Andi and Blaine said ‘I do’ during a romantic ceremony on the Amalfi Coast last year in May.
Andi shared an adorable photo as they posed with their baby while standing in front of a decorated tree.
The couple welcomed their daughter into the world just in time to celebrate Christmas as a family of three.
Andi shared an adorable photo of them posing with their baby while standing in front of a decorated tree earlier this week on Wednesday.
The couple flashed joyful smiles for the Christmas photo, while the newborn was also dressed for the festive season in a green velvet suit.
‘Happy holidays from our family (of three) to yours! I wish you all a holiday season that shines with love and shines with joy!’ the television personality wrote.