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2 Apr 2024

Knowing more about the post-delivery time

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Knowing More About the Post-Delivery Time
From physical changes to emotional adjustments, here's a guide to help you navigate this transformative time.
Physical Recovery
  • Your body has gone through an incredible journey, and now it needs time to heal and recover.
  • Vaginal soreness and swelling are common after vaginal deliveries, while abdominal soreness is typical after a cesarean section.
  • You may experience postpartum bleeding, known as lochia, which can last for several weeks. It starts as heavy bleeding and gradually transitions to lighter spotting.
Emotional Roller Coaster
  • Welcoming a new baby can bring a whirlwind of emotions. You may feel an overwhelming sense of love and joy, but also experience baby blues.
  • Hormonal changes can lead to mood swings, fatigue, and tearfulness in the first week or two after delivery.
  • Postpartum depression is a more severe condition that requires professional support. If you experience persistent sadness, anxiety, or loss of interest, reach out to your healthcare provider.
Breastfeeding and Nurturing
  • Breastfeeding is a beautiful bonding experience, but it can also present challenges in the early days.
  • Engorgement is common as your milk comes in, but it will subside as your body adjusts to your baby's feeding patterns.
  • Seek support from a lactation consultant or join a breastfeeding support group to address any concerns or difficulties you may encounter.
Self-Care and Support
  • Amidst the joy and demands of caring for your newborn, it's crucial to prioritize self-care and seek support from loved ones.
  • Rest and sleep whenever possible, as exhaustion can hinder your ability to recover and adjust to the demands of motherhood.
  • Accept help from family and friends, whether it's preparing meals, running errands, or simply lending a listening ear.
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Anala
9 Jun 2023

30 weeks.As it gets closer to my delivery date I get more and more anxious #30weeks

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Danielle
4 Jun 2023

4 more days til delivery!!!!!!!🙏🏾🙏🏾🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗🤰🏽🤰🏽🤰🏽🤰🏽🤰🏽🤰🏽🤰🏽🤰🏽

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Julie
15 May 2023

Has anyone experienced a post partum hemmorage with their first delivery, but not second or third? I had a scary PPH with my first baby, and starting to panic about the second. I’m 34.5 weeks pregnant and the fear is really starting to kick in.

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Jessica
Me! Only did with my first. But didn’t with second or third. I was so terrified on my second but never hemorrhaged
27 Mar 2024

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sherry❤️‍🔥
16 Nov 2022

Anyone else knows of a hospital that won't let you take pictures or videos while in labor and delivery till post delivery

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Aby
Yeah, regional one isn’t letting me either nor ultrasounds 🙄 honestly sucks
27 Mar 2024

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