Postpartum hemorrhage corresponds to excessive blood loss after childbirth due to the lack of contraction of the uterus after the baby is born. It is considered hemorrhage when a woman loses more than 500 mL of blood after a natural birth or more than 1000 mL after a cesarean section. Postpartum hemorrhage is the main […]
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Some tips that help combat postpartum constipation include increasing water intake during the day, consuming more fiber, practicing physical activity and eating probiotic foods. After a natural birth or cesarean section, a woman’s intestines can become trapped due to factors such as hormonal changes, few hours of sleep, use of medications or supplements, stress, changes […]
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Hair loss after pregnancy is normal and happens to practically all women, especially those who are breastfeeding. In general, hair loss can begin around 3 months after the birth of the baby and is the result of the intense hormonal changes that mark this phase of a woman’s life. It is important that a dermatologist […]
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The woman’s first consultation after giving birth should be around 7 to 10 days after the baby is born, when the gynecologist or obstetrician who accompanied her during the pregnancy will assess her recovery after giving birth and her general health status. Postpartum consultations are important to identify problems such as thyroid changes and high […]
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The postpartum absorbent to be used depends on the type of birth, because after a cesarean section, it is possible that the bleeding flow will be less, when compared to the flow after a natural birth. However, in both cases, it is recommended that large, thick pads be used, which have high absorption power. Bleeding […]
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Postpartum menstruation varies depending on whether the woman is breastfeeding or not, as breastfeeding causes spikes in the hormone prolactin, which can inhibit ovulation and, consequently, delay the first menstruation. Thus, if a woman breastfeeds exclusively every day for up to 6 months after giving birth, she does not menstruate, this period being known as […]
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Postpartum exercises help to strengthen the abdomen and pelvis, improve posture, relieve stress, avoid postpartum depression, improve mood and sleep, and help you lose weight. Generally, exercises can be started 15 days after a natural birth or 6 to 8 weeks after a cesarean section, as long as the obstetrician authorizes physical activities. Therefore, it […]
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The puerperium is the postpartum period that ranges from the day of birth until the return of the woman’s menstruation, after pregnancy, which can take up to 45 days, depending on how breastfeeding is done. The postpartum period is divided into three stages: Immediate postpartum period: from the 1st to the 10th day postpartum; Late […]
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Postpartum bleeding, whose technical name is lochium, is normal and lasts an average of 5 weeks, being characterized by the release of dark red blood with a thick consistency and, sometimes, blood clots. This bleeding is made up of blood, mucus and tissue debris from the uterus and as the uterus contracts and returns to […]
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Postpartum eclampsia is characterized by the appearance of blood pressure above 140 x 90 mmHg and seizures between 48 hours and 6 weeks after birth. It can also cause symptoms such as headache, blurred vision and abdominal pain. Typically, postpartum eclampsia occurs in the first 7 to 10 days after birth, being more common in […]
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