A c-section is a surgical procedure in which the surgeon makes an incision through a woman’s abdomen and uterus. Such a major surgical procedure makes women’s bodies prone to infection. That is why keeping your c-section incision clean is crucial. If your c-section scar smells, this will likely be a sign of infection that needs …
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Since a c-section is major surgery, you should give your body time to recover. This also applies to climbing stairs after c section. In fact, doctors recommend not climbing stairs for at least 6 weeks after the surgery so that your body has time to heal completely. Of course, there may be situations where you …
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Many women experience the dreaded kangaroo pouch (aka mommy pouch, mommy tummy, or belly pouch). We previously looked at why this happens and how to get rid of a kangaroo pouch, including performing a few kangaroo pouch exercises. Training your core is crucial to strengthening your abdomen, which is made up of 3 different muscles. …
When giving birth, your body sheds off the extra tissue and blood that were fundamental for the growth of your baby. The blood is usually from remnants of the placenta still attached to the uterine wall. But is bleeding after C section normal? Yes, it is. In fact, this type of bleeding is a post-natal …
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Postpartum depression is a fairly common condition that affects up to 10-15% of women who give birth. It’s also considered one of the most serious mental disorders, with symptoms including fatigue, mood changes, loss of interest in activities previously enjoyed and feelings like helplessness or guilt. Several studies have been conducted over the years on …
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Postpartum Anxiety Syndrome is a condition that can affect women after childbirth. It usually lasts for a few weeks to several months, and is characterized by feelings of intense anxiety, worry, and fear. But can postpartum anxiety turn into psychosis? Let’s take a close look. Can Postpartum Anxiety Turn Into Psychosis? Proper treatment of postpartum …
The postpartum period begins as soon as you give birth and lasts for six weeks. During these six weeks, your body will go through various changes. In fact, you will experience changes such as healing postpartum and hormonal mood swings. The postpartum period can feel quite challenging, especially when taking into account having to also …
You’ve probably heard the saying “An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure,” but have you ever stopped to think about how true that really is? There are so many ways in which children can get hurt, or worse. From drowning in the bathtub to slipping on your own bathroom floor and hitting …
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Have you recently given birth and wonder if that yellow mucus discharge postpartum is normal? Are you worried that something may be wrong with your body? Well, you should not worry! Yellow mucus discharge after pregnancy is perfectly normal and is the third stage of your lochia. But let’s dive deeper into the subject and …
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Are you experiencing bright red bleeding 6 weeks postpartum and wonder if this is normal or not? Don’t worry! Bleeding 6 weeks after birth can be caused by your placenta site’s scab coming off. It could even simply be your period. However, it can also be a cause for concern if the bleeding is accompanied …
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