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Important Things to Consider After Pregnancy

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Dr. Pooja Patel
Important Things to Consider After Pregnancy

Your body changes a lot after giving birth, where some changes are emotional and some are physical. The postpartum period refers to the first six months after delivery and is considered a joyous time. Don’t forget that it’s a time of adjustment and healing for the mother. Adjusting after giving birth is challenging for a mother, especially when it’s her first delivery. No matter how many parenting books you have read, nothing can help you to handle the tsunami of emotions as you bring your little one home. The postpartum period is least talked about during pregnancy, but this is the most challenging physically, emotionally, and hormonally. Learn about some common things that you need to consider after giving birth.

Here Are Some Crucial Things New Mothers Must Consider:



  • Consume enough calories: A healthy diet promotes postpartum healing. Increase the intake of whole grains, fruits, vegetables, vitamins, and proteins during the first six weeks of delivery. You must also increase the intake of fluid as this is the time of breastfeeding. 


  • Have your prenatal vitamins on time: A woman feels many discomforts and body changes after giving birth and this is normal as the body recovers. Sometimes, it is not normal and can be a sign of health problems that need to be treated. Many women think that they don’t need any kind of prenatal vitamins once they give birth, thereby facing health problems. 


  • Get plenty of rest: Sleep is essential in every aspect of postpartum recovery. Get as much sleep and rest as possible to cope with fatigue and tiredness. Your baby may wake up every hour, so make sure you sleep when your baby sleeps, even if it’s just a quick nap.


  • Exercise: When you can resume working out depends on your physical and mental health, as well as how to fit you were during and after your pregnancy. 


  • Seek assistance: Do not be afraid to seek assistance from your family and friends following the postpartum period. A woman gets tired and seeks help after delivery and her body needs proper rest to heal. 



Get proper guidance regarding postpartum care at Diva Women’s Hospital located in Ahmedabad. We have a team of the best and most experienced gynecologists in Ahmedabad, available 24/7 for our patients. Connect with us today.


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