Constipation is something we may all have experienced occasionally. It is a common problem faced by as many as half of the women in the course of pregnancy. That’s why several measures are taken during pregnancy to avoid constipation. Undergoing constipation during the post pregnancy period is more irritating. The good news is that the issue will resolve itself in a few days if proper measures are taken.
It’s somewhat natural not having normal bowel movements for two or three days following the delivery. Your body has been through humongous changes, and it will need some time to function normally. Therefore, give yourself a couple of days after delivery (whether vaginal or C-section) before you begin worrying about it.
First of all, most of the new moms are less active during the postpartum period. This alone can set off a change in bowel movements. Long labor without any intake of food or administration of enema in the course of delivery can also result in constipation as the bowel movements start to work properly only after two or three days.
Some other reasons behind the postpartum constipation are:
Constipation can be dealt with at home. More often the problem can be ended within a couple of days on its own. Here are some tips and steps that will help you to deal with this situation better.
Constipation is rarely serious, but if you experience abdominal pain, straining, rectal bleeding, or you pass mucus or blood, you should get in touch with your doctor immediately. It can be an indication of some other problem, which might need immediate medical attention.
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