Now that you’re post-partum, what should you expect from your body after giving birth? 0-8 WEEKS AFTER DELIVERY: you may feel like your bottom is falling out and not know how you should be standing or sitting. You may also experience pain in your back, hips, or pubic area. In addition, you may have difficulty controlling urine, gas, or stool. Your neck, arms, back, and hips may be sore as you adjust to lifting and feeding your baby. This is an important stage of healing; allow yourself time to listen to and adjust to changes in your body! 8+ WEEKS AFTER DELIVERY: your bleeding should have stopped and any incisions/tears should have healed. You should be pain free. You should have control over your activity level and consider returning to your exercise class/practice. IF YOU STILL HAVE SYMPTOMS, get some advice and help from a pelvic floor physiotherapist. Your optimal health will benefit your parenting journey!
Marita Dowsett, B.P.T., Physio 4 U