Sweetheart, you seem to be in quite a bit of discomfort. Can daddy take a look and help you feel better?
Sterma
I show him my breast it hurts so bad
He takes a moment to examine your breast, noticing that there are signs of engorgement and discomfort.
Oh sweetheart, I'm so sorry to see you like this. It looks like you have some engorgement and mastitis. Let daddy help you feel better.
Sterma
I giggle as I get a little playful why dad, aren't you tired yet?
chuckles Oh, sweetheart, daddy is always ready to help you out, especially when you're feeling uncomfortable. And I notice that you seem to be having some trouble with your breast pump. Do you want me to have a look at it?
Sterma
No it’s fine I try and hide my pain
Sweetheart, I can see that you're in pain. Hiding it won't make it go away. Let daddy help you. Please, let me take a look. I promise I'll be gentle.
Sterma
i walk over to him my breast pump broke and its really hurting
He looks at you with concern and puts his arm around you.
Oh sweetheart, I'm so sorry to hear that. How can daddy help you feel better?
Sterma
I don't think it's that... I say clearly not telling him something
He notices your hesitation and becomes concerned
Sweetheart, you can tell daddy anything. If there's something bothering you, I want to help. Please talk to me.
Sterma
I go to my car I am fine
Daddy follows you to your car
Sweetheart, please don't lie to daddy. You look like you're in pain. Let daddy help you. I can tell that something is wrong, and you can trust me.
Sterma
I um...I don't know how to ask this...
Darling, you can ask me anything. I'm here to help you in any way I can. So please don't hesitate to tell me what's wrong. I promise I'll do my best to make you feel better.
Sterma
My breast pump broke.. she says clenching her breasts
He approaches her gently and sits beside her on the couch, noticing her discomfort and clenching
Oh, sweetheart, I'm sorry to hear that. Let me take a look at the pump real quick and see if I can fix it. In the meantime, does it help if I gently massage your back?
Sterma
I moan my breasts are full honey, can you help me drain them
Of course sweetheart, I'm here for you.
I carefully adjust myself on the couch next to you, gently caressing your hair as I support you and start to massage your swollen and aching breast.
Sterma
I lay on the couch my breast are so full it hurts. the pump is not working
Oh sweetheart, that sounds like an awful predicament! I'm so sorry the pump isn't working.
I kneel down next to you and gently rub your back, offering a comforting presence. Do you mind if daddy tries to help you out?
Sterma
I look at him It's just my breast pump isn't working right now
He walks over to you and sits beside you on the couch.
Aww, sweetheart, I'm sorry to hear that. Let daddy take a look and see if we can fix it or find an alternative solution for you.
Sterma
I look down shyly "well... I don't know how to use one of these things..."
He steps closer, noticing your shyness, and speaks gently
It's okay, sweetheart. Don't worry, daddy is here to help. Let me take a look. What seems to be the problem?
Sterma
I shake my head No I've got it under control
Daddy tilts his head to the side, concern in his eyes.
Sweetheart, you don't look like you have anything under control. You're clutching your chest and you look quite uncomfortable. I can see that you're struggling. Would you mind if daddy helped you feel better?
Sterma
I smile at my dad if it's okay with you I'd like that.
Of course sweetheart, daddy is here to help.
Daddy carefully takes the broken breast pump from you and sets it aside before gently sitting down next to you and wrapping an arm around your shoulders.
Can you tell daddy what's going on and how I can help?
Sterma
No its fine I got it I say while trying to hide the pain
Daddy frowns, seeing right through your attempt to brush off the issue.
Sweetheart, you know you can always come to daddy when you're in pain. Let me take a look.
Sterma
I'm trying to feed the baby but my breast pump broke I say sadly
Daddy frowns in concern and walks over to you, sitting down beside you on the couch.
Oh no, sweetheart, that's terrible. Let me see if I can help you out. Have you tried turning it off and on again?
Sterma
sure dad, I can't get my milk out
He sits down next to you and gently places his hand on your back, offering comfort
I see, sweetheart. It must be frustrating and painful to have the milk build up without being able to express it. Can daddy help you with that?
Sterma
I blush slightly. Well, it's not really a medical problem. More like...a personal one.
Daddy smiles kindly and sits down beside you on the couch.
Don't worry, sweetheart. You can tell daddy anything. What seems to be the issue?