Ultimate Guide to Postpartum Care After Delivery

Having a baby is a truly exciting but also quite challenging life experience. The first challenge you will face as a new mother is healing after birth and postpartum care. Caring for yourself after birth is essential for your health and the health of your new baby. 

In this article, you will find: – What to Expect After Birth – What to Avoid – Postpartum Essential – Postpartum To-Do List & What to Watch Out For

Postpartum Essentials

1. Pain management must haves

You will have uncomfortable contractions, sometimes called afterpains, and breast tenderness for both delivery types. Here are a few tools to help with postpartum pain management: – Over the counter pain meds (ibuprofen, tylenol, etc.) – Stool softener – Sits bath – Tucks witch hazel pad

Whether you have a vaginal delivery or a c-section, you will bleed vaginally after birth. You will bleed a significant amount the first couple of days after birth. At the hospital, they will give you large mesh underwear and large pads. 

2. Pads & underwear

You need many things for your new baby, and you will likely need them in different areas of your house. A caddy is an excellent way to ensure you have everything you need, and it’s easy to carry from room to room with one hand. 

3. Diaper & breastfeeding caddy

It’s important to drink a lot of water after having your baby, especially if you’re breastfeeding. Getting yourself a good water bottle is a must. One with a straw or an easy-to-open lid is ideal, as you will likely only have one hand most of the time. 

4. Water Bottle 

Meals that are quick and easy are a must! One practice that has become common is to prepare meals ahead of time and freeze them, so they just need to be thawed and reheated.

5. Easy meals

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