Giving birth can very taxing on your body, and it usually cause damages that need time to heal. What symptoms you have after birth and how long they last may vary from person to person, but things to expect may include:

• Bleeding
• Pain
• Hemorrhoids
• Constipation
• Difficulty urinating
• Urinary incontinence
• Mood swings
• Fatigue
• Sleep Troubles

 

The following are some tips on how to boost your recovery after birth.

 

Take It Easy
It is going to be hard for you to recover well after birth if you attempt too soon to regain the lifestyle you had before giving birth. Take things slow and ask others around you for help to give your body the time it needs to heal.

 

Kegel Exercises
Kegel exercises increase the strength of your pelvic floor, which makes it less likely for you to suffer from urinary incontinence.

 

Fluids
Some women have difficulty urinating or feel pain when they do. Drinking plenty of fluids can help make this easier and fasten your recovery. Fluids also help relieve constipation, which many women suffer from for a few days after birth.

 

Fruits and Vegetables
Fruits and vegetable are high in fiber, which can greatly contribute to normalizing your bowel movements and relieve constipation. Fruits and vegetables are also very rich in vitamins and minerals, which help boost your overall recovery.

 

Breastfeeding
Many women see heavy bleeding after delivery, which can last for several days. Breastfeeding stimulates the contraction of the uterus by releasing a hormone known as oxytocin. These contractions help lessen the bleeding, but they may be a little painful.

 

Relaxation Techniques
You should never neglect your mental health after birth. Many things can cause you stress and affect your mood, so you need to deal with this properly. One way you deal with stress and anxiety is learning relaxation techniques, such as deep breathing.

 

Ice
Using ice packs on your perineum can help manage the pain you feel after delivery. If you feel ice packs are not working well for you, you can take pain medications, but talk to your doctor first, especially if you are breastfeeding.

 

Hot Showers
Hot showers can be a great way to relax and relieve the soreness you experience all around your body.

 

Exercise
Exercise can be a great tool to reduce the time you need to recover after birth, but it can a two-edged sword, and so caution is advised. Talk to your doctor about when you can start exercise and what exercises are safe for you.

 

Nipple Cream
Breastfeeding can cause cracked and bleeding nipples, so consult your doctor about a cream, such as lanolin cream, to help treat or, preferably, prevent cracking.