For soon to be mothers out there. Here's one article just for you:
1. Take a bath after delivery. Old wives tales would tell you not to do so, but being clean before you handle your baby is a must.
2. Whether you go through a normal or C- section delivery, you will experience bleeding six weeks after delivery. called lochia, this will gradually disappear over time. Maternity pads are a must during your two weeks after birth. Panty shields will do as the bleeding subsides.
3. It takes three weeks for the vagina to heal, and you will experience swelling after the first week of delivery. When cleaning yourself, opt for liquid soap for ease of use. Lukewarm water will also help in reducing the swelling.
4. An old wives tales no more: According to the Department of Health, bayabas leaves contain natural anti bacterial properties. The water used to boil the leaves may be used to wash the vaginal area.
5. Loose clothing will help, in providing comfort during the first week after delivery. The material of your undergarments should be cotton. Make sure they aren't too tight.
6. It might be tempting to do so, but using alcohol on your sutures os a definite no. It might provide a cool, refreshing feeling, but alcohol can actually lessen the strength of your stitches, causing a broken wound.
1. Take a bath after delivery. Old wives tales would tell you not to do so, but being clean before you handle your baby is a must.
2. Whether you go through a normal or C- section delivery, you will experience bleeding six weeks after delivery. called lochia, this will gradually disappear over time. Maternity pads are a must during your two weeks after birth. Panty shields will do as the bleeding subsides.
3. It takes three weeks for the vagina to heal, and you will experience swelling after the first week of delivery. When cleaning yourself, opt for liquid soap for ease of use. Lukewarm water will also help in reducing the swelling.
4. An old wives tales no more: According to the Department of Health, bayabas leaves contain natural anti bacterial properties. The water used to boil the leaves may be used to wash the vaginal area.
5. Loose clothing will help, in providing comfort during the first week after delivery. The material of your undergarments should be cotton. Make sure they aren't too tight.
6. It might be tempting to do so, but using alcohol on your sutures os a definite no. It might provide a cool, refreshing feeling, but alcohol can actually lessen the strength of your stitches, causing a broken wound.
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