Postpartum Period

Postpartum or the period after giving birth is still generally challenging. Your body is now adjusting to the absence of the baby, your hormones are shifting once more, and of course, as you recover, you’ll be taking care of a newborn, too. This is why postpartum care kits are essential. What must-haves should moms prepare […]

When you know what to eat and what to avoid after giving birth, you will be able to build a nutritious menu for yourself. Looking for a postpartum recipe? Here are some suggested dishes for you include: Healthy Postpartum Recipe Ideas 1. Salmon Porridge Salmon porridge is a nutritious and easy-to-eat dish, so not only postpartum women but […]

Ang pagbubuntis ay kadalasang tumatagal ng 37 hanggang 40 linggo o 9 na buwan. Subalit ang mga nararanasang pagbabago ng buong pamilya ay hindi nagtatapos dito. Bagamat madalas na bigyang diin ang prenatal care, maraming mga kababaihan ang nalilito sa mga dapat at bawal gawin pagkatapos manganak.  Anu-ano nga ba ang dapat tandaan pagkatapos manganak ng […]

The effects of pregnancy in the woman’s body don’t immediately subside after the baby is born. In fact, mothers often experience additional physical symptoms following childbirth. One of those symptoms might include urticaria or hives- skin reactions in the form of itchy rashes or welts which could be as small as spots or as big […]

One of the things first-time mothers ask their doctor about is the possibility of bleeding right after giving birth. Soon, they would learn that it’s normal for a certain level of vaginal bleeding to occur after a normal spontaneous delivery. This bleeding, which is sometimes referred to as postpartum lochia (or simply lochia), often follows […]

The long list of things to consider doesn’t stop after giving birth; it is actually the beginning of everything. On top of feeding and taking care of their newborn, most mothers struggle with how their bodies change after pregnancy. For the most part, their bellies tend to stick out for a  while, and that's okay. […]

What is mommy brain syndrome exactly? You've probably heard about it from a friend, or perhaps read about it online, but is there any truth to it? Read on to learn more about this phenomenon, why it happens, and what moms can do about it. What is mommy brain syndrome? During and after pregnancy, a mother's body goes […]

After childbirth, the last thing a woman wants is to be constipated. There’s enough stress on hand with the baby, feeding times, body changes, and a new sleep schedule. And being constipated only adds to this list. Therefore, here are the home remedies for constipation post-delivery that you can definitely try. https://wp.hellodoctor.com.ph/pregnancy/mother-care/postpartum-period/after-giving-birth/ Reasons for Constipation Before we take […]

Are you feeling sad after giving childbirth? It’s okay! It’s completely normal. With a lot of hormones lost after giving birth, it’s only normal to be emotionally off-balance. This onset of sadness is often called the “baby blues.” However, if you feel your sadness is too difficult to bear or it’s taking too long for […]

Postpartum infections tend to happen after both vaginal and cesarean methods of childbirth, sometimes even during breastfeeding. This, along with the trauma a woman’s body goes through during delivery, can contribute to postpartum infections. What are the signs of infection after birth? Six weeks after delivery is when the bleeding will generally occur. However, this is […]