Introduction
Becoming a mother is a life-changing experience, and postpartum symptoms are a natural part of that experience. However, it is important to understand these symptoms and how to manage them to ensure a healthy and happy postpartum period.
What are Postpartum Symptoms?
Postpartum symptoms refer to the physical and emotional changes that occur in a new mother's body after giving birth. These symptoms can last for a few weeks to a few months, and vary from person to person.
PHYSCICAL SYMPTOMS
Vaginal soreness
After delivery, you might experience vaginal soreness, which can be due to vaginal tears or episiotomy. To manage this symptom, you can use a cold pack or a warm compress to the affected area. Additionally, you can take pain medication as prescribed by your doctor.
Hemorrhoids
Constipation
Breast engorgement
Breast engorgement is a condition where your breasts become swollen and painful due to an increase in milk production. To manage this symptom, you can breastfeed frequently, use a warm compress or take a warm shower before breastfeeding, and use a breast pump to express milk.
Urinary incontinence
Urinary incontinence is a condition where you experience involuntary urine leakage. This can be caused by weakened pelvic muscles during pregnancy and delivery. To manage this symptom, you can perform Kegel exercises to strengthen your pelvic muscles, wear absorbent pads, and avoid caffeine and alcohol.
Perineal Pain
Perineal pain is a common postpartum symptom that can be caused by vaginal tears or episiotomy. To manage this symptom, you can use a cold pack or a warm compress to the affected area, take pain medication as prescribed by your doctor, and practice good hygiene.
Blood Stagnation
In TCM, we utilise Moxa to provide healing benefits to mothers during their postpartum journey. The burning of Moxa sticks strengthens the blood, stimulates Qi (or energy), and maintains good health. The heat generated through moxibustion can enter the meridians unblocking any stagnation and allowing energy to flow.
EMOTIONAL SYMPTOMS
Baby Blues
Postpartum Depression
Postpartum depression is a more severe form of depression that can occur in some women after giving birth. This is a serious condition that requires professional.
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