Useful products after giving birth
Pregnancy is a priceless experience for any woman. Those nine months of carrying a baby in your womb could be tough especially during the first trimester. The same way during labor and delivery. But as soon as you hear your baby cry for the first time and hear the doctor say that he or she is healthy, the sufferings and pain would be all worth it. It would be the most amazing feeling ever!
However, caring for yourself should not stop the moment you give birth. In fact, this is the time when you need to take good care of your body the most because of the changes that you have gone through. You have to help your body bounce back to normal and also address the after-effects of pregnancy.
Products that you need to have
There are various items that you must have after childbirth. Most of which can help you get comfortable while still being in pain. The others are a great aid in dealing with mood swings as well as addressing the issues that your body may have as part of the process.
Here is a list of the must-have products for new moms.
Sitz bath kit
This is a kit that can be used to wash the perineal area with warm water. Most of the time, it is placed over the toilet bowl. Sitz bath is a good way of maintaining personal hygiene after childbirth. It also helps prevent itching and ease the pain in the region.
Sanitary pads
After the delivery, you can expect a vaginal discharge which may contain a mixture of blood and mucus. It may also have placental tissues in it. The length of time women experience this may vary. So, it is important that you wear sanitary pads particularly those that are big enough to avoid leaks.
Seat cushion
This is a pillow that is specially designed to support your vaginal and anal area when you take a seat. For the first few weeks, it may still hurt to sit down so it is highly recommended that you utilize a cushion to provide you with more comfort.
Postpartum spray
This is a liquid that is sprayed on the perineal area to provide relief. It would help get rid of the vaginal soreness especially if you went through normal delivery.
Vagina tightening cream
After a month or two, as your wound down there heals, you can already start using a tightening cream. With this, you will be able to regain the strength and firmness of your vaginal muscles.
