Your Perineum
Did you suffer from a Perineal Tear or Episiotomy following your birth?
You are NOT alone, it is quite common 3/4 women will experience some kind of laceration following a vaginal birth... but
Often new mums just carry on through the pain and discomfort and forget about themselves 😔 but it's SO important for your PN journey to ensure that you are recovering well too ❤
Here are some tips for your postnatal care ▶️
🔸️See a Woman's Physio ASAP‼️
🔸️Regular Pain Relief - Paracetamol and Nurofen as the first instance
🔸️Good Hygiene
🔸️ Ice helps with the pain and swelling
🔸️Witch Hazel and Arnica - both are known to help with inflammation and bruising
🔸️ Try eat a healthy balanced meal to help with repairing tissues and reduce constipation
🔸️Drink plenty of water 💧 and use Urals to alkaline your urine
If you feel concerned with your recovery or pain increases please see your Midwife or GP straight away.