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28 Tips For Recovering From Birth
Full List:
Take It Slow
Follow The 5-5-5 Plan
Look To Other Cultures
Stay In Bed
Spend Plenty Of Time Skin-To-Skin
Follow Post-Op Instructions If You Have A C-Section
Take Home All The Goodies From The Hospital
Consider Stool Softeners
Ask For Help
Get Your Partner In The Mix
Consider A Postpartum Doula
Resist The Urge To Do Chores
Eat Plenty Of Nourishing Foods
Breastfeed On Demand
Stay Hydrated
Use Good Support When Breastfeeding
Care For Your Nipples
Sleep When The Baby Sleeps
Take Bleeding And Cramping As Signs You Need To Slow Back Down
Care For Stitches
Don't Be Shy About Seeking Medical Support
Take Advantage Of Leave Options
Try Baths
Alternate Hot And Cold
Hold Off On Sex
Slowly Return To Exercising
Be Patient And Kind To Yourself
Remember It Takes Time & Everyone Is Different
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