Pregnancy/Maternity

Post-partum care

January 22, 2012
Uterus going back to normal

The uterus is going back to the position it had before pregnancy around six weeks after delivery.

Some women can feel intermittent cramps-like contractions that can be painful because of the uterus that is moving. They are more frequent in women who gave birth to twins or triplets and they usually decrease between the 4th and 7th day of post-partum.

To relieve the pain, doctors recommend urinating frequently to fully empty the bladder. You can also lie on your belly and place a pillow on your lower abdomen. If pain persists, place an ice pack wrapped in a washcloth on your belly.

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