During the first few weeks after child birth, known as the post pardum period, your body will go through physical and emotional changes.
The first few weeks after your baby is born are known as the post-partum period. During this time your body will go through physical and emotional changes.
After delivery you may experience minor cramping or contractions as the uterus begins to shrink back to its normal size. Laying on your stomach and taking aspirin can help to ease this discomfort. If you are experiencing cramping it is important to drink plenty of fluids and urinate often. Having an empty bladder will make this process less painful. If these cramps are severe and persistant contact you doctor, these are signs of an infection.
Your breasts may be sore and tender because they are now filled with milk. Refrain from using soap to cleanse your nipples, this may cause dryness and irritation. Placing ice packs around your breasts will help dry this milk supply more quickly.
Most women will experience mood swings and depression during these weeks. Lack of sleep, restlessness, and unexplainable crying are also common. The emotional distress that you may feel during this period of time is due to the hormonal changes that are taking place in your body. If this distress lasts for more than a few weeks, or becomes unbearable contact you physicain. He or she may subscribe something for you at this time.
