What Are Some of the Post-pregnancy pains?
- You bleed: Most first time moms expect blood at delivery, but many are scared and shocked to see how much they bleed afterwards, and it can continue up to 4 weeks.
- Your whole body hurts: With all the effort you set forth pushing out your baby, it’s natural that you have cramps, you ribs, abdomen, back and your whole body hurts. Your breasts also get big, especially if your child has problems latching on, making your breasts extra full of milk.
- Your hair falls out: Most women take prenatal vitamins, which help their skin, hair and nails look great while they’re pregnant. Afterwards, when they start breastfeeding, many start losing their hair due to a drop in hormone levels.
- You’re constipated: Many women have problems with their bowel movements and their doctor may recommend a stool softener, to eat plenty of fiber, get exercise and drinking plenty of water.
If you’ve recently had a baby, take it easy and know that all of the aches and pains you’re feeling will eventually go away. It might take time, but eventually you’ll feel better, even if it takes a year or more.
