Lochia Or Post-Partum Bleeding: Time To Heal
The first few days after giving birth is a complete new experience. You have a baby, you have feed her, understand her sleep cycles, what she needs when she is crying and more. You also look forward to emotionally reconnect with your partner. However, inspite of all of these excitement, you also need to take care of yourself and get plenty of rest.
First Things First: Taking Care Of Postpartum Bleeding
Right after your baby is born, you will be experiencing bleeding. Even if the amount shocks you (considering that for nine months there was no bleeding), its important to understand that its quite normal.
The postpartum bleeding, also known as lochia is the highest right after you have given birth. So, for the first few days, you might need to use the hospital-provided …show more content…
However, whether you’re nursing, or not, every woman’s body is different and currently, there is no reliable way to predict the first period after childbirth.
Don’t panic if your menses come back lighter or heavier than it was before you gave birth. You might also find that your cycles are irregular, so opt for a birth control as soon as you start having sex again.
If the periods are still not regular after two cycles, or if there is heavy bleeding in the first two cycles, let your doctor know.
Maintaining Personal Hygiene
It is important to remember that postpartum bleeding is normal irrespective of the kind of childbirth. There is no reason for panic, and the most important task during this period for you is to watch your health and maintain good
The first few days after giving birth is a complete new experience. You have a baby, you have feed her, understand her sleep cycles, what she needs when she is crying and more. You also look forward to emotionally reconnect with your partner. However, inspite of all of these excitement, you also need to take care of yourself and get plenty of rest.
First Things First: Taking Care Of Postpartum Bleeding
Right after your baby is born, you will be experiencing bleeding. Even if the amount shocks you (considering that for nine months there was no bleeding), its important to understand that its quite normal.
The postpartum bleeding, also known as lochia is the highest right after you have given birth. So, for the first few days, you might need to use the hospital-provided …show more content…
However, whether you’re nursing, or not, every woman’s body is different and currently, there is no reliable way to predict the first period after childbirth.
Don’t panic if your menses come back lighter or heavier than it was before you gave birth. You might also find that your cycles are irregular, so opt for a birth control as soon as you start having sex again.
If the periods are still not regular after two cycles, or if there is heavy bleeding in the first two cycles, let your doctor know.
Maintaining Personal Hygiene
It is important to remember that postpartum bleeding is normal irrespective of the kind of childbirth. There is no reason for panic, and the most important task during this period for you is to watch your health and maintain good