Andi Dorfman revealed she was hospitalized just days after announcing she gave birth to her first child – a baby girl named Harper – on December 20.
The Bachelorette star, 37 – who shared the happy news following 28 hours of labor – gave a health update to her Instagram followers on Saturday to reveal she had to undergo a ‘procedure.’
But shortly before Christmas, the TV personality welcomed her little one to the world with husband, Blaine Hart.
In a snap uploaded to her stories, Dorfman could be seen resting in a hospital bed with her baby girl laying on her chest.
‘Welp, we’re back! This time for Mama (minor setback and needed a quick/safe procedure) but got to get a quick snuggle with this little nugget first.’
‘Also never been less excited for anesthesia (motherhood changes you quick),’ Andi further expressed.
Andi Dorfman, 37, revealed that she was hospitalized just days after announcing she gave birth to her first child – a baby girl named Harper – on December 20
She then emphasized the importance of listening to one’s body and typed, ‘Lesson Learned: No matter how clueless you are about motherhood, you still know your body best!’
‘Listen to it! Yes, recovery is tough 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 gave a shout out for the messages she has received to make her feel less alone ‘with the general lack of post-partum care (that’s a rant for a different day ha).’
‘Anyways, after getting home I was in a ton of pain and it was getting worse by the day,’ Dorfman recalled.
She added, ‘Despite the internet saying recovery takes time, I still felt something was wrong and finally after trying every home remedy, called my doctors and they told me to come right in.’
‘Turns out I had one large and one small hematoma that were the cause of the pain,’ Andi revealed.
According to the Cleveland Clinic, a hematoma is a ‘closed wound where blood collects and fills a space inside your body because it can’t flow or drain out.’
The media personality explained that, ‘Within in a few hours we were at the hospital and prepped for surgery.’
‘Welp, we’re back! This time for Mama (minor setback and needed a quick/safe procedure) but got to get a quick snuggle with this little nugget first’
‘Turns out I had one large and one small hematoma that were the cause of the pain,’ Andi revealed
In an additional update, Dorfman snapped a selfie with her baby girl as she seemingly continues to recover back at home. ‘I love her so much,’ she penned
‘A very straightforward procedure but still pretty terrifying having a 6 day old baby (plus loads of hormones still lurking).’
In conclusion, Andi told her fans to ‘Trust your body, trust your instinct and trust that your doctors do truly care about your health and well being and don’t be afraid to reach out to them.’
She admitted to feeling ‘guilt’ due to ‘worrying about myself instead of my daughter but realized she’s no good if I’m no good. Hope this helps anyone out there doubting their own post partum recovery.’
In an additional update, Dorfman snapped a selfie with her baby girl as she seemingly continues to recover back at home. ‘I love her so much,’ she penned.
Earlier on December 20, the star jumped 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 are officially a party of 3.’
Back in August, Andi and husband Blaine excitedly announced that they were expecting their first child together.
And later that same month, the lovebirds revealed the gender of their little one during a party at the beach.
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 are officially a party of 3′
Two days after initially announcing the birth of their baby girl, Andi jumped to Instagram once again.
She shared an adorable snap as she rested in a hospital bed while gently cradling the newborn.
Her husband – whom she tied the knot with 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 at a solid 7lbs 13 ounces and tall like her Daddy at 20.5 inches!’ she penned.
‘We are more in love with her than we could ever have imagined. I cry on the spot just looking at her and Dad is completely wrapped around her cute little finger.’
Dorfman added, ‘He 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 now will continue to be a part of her for forever.’
The new mom then gave a shout out to the ‘amazing well wishes’ from her fans and followers.
‘And an enormous thanks to our girl for making us the most mushy, proud, sappy 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 snap as they posed with their baby girl while standing in front of a decorated tree
The couple welcomed their daughter to the world just in time to celebrate Christmas as a family of three.
Andi shared an adorable snap as they posed with their baby girl while standing in front of a decorated tree earlier this week on Wednesday.
The pair flashed cheerful smiles for the holiday picture while the newborn was also dressed for the festive season in a green velvet outfit.
‘Happy Holidays from our family (of three) to yours! Wishing you all a holiday season that shines brightly with love and sparkles with joy!’ the TV personality wrote.