First 6 Weeks of the Postpartum Period

The first six weeks of postpartum involve a lot of healing for momma. Pain can affect the head, breasts, vagina, perineum, the Caesarian scar, abdomen, and more. Please enjoy the tips below to relieve pain and to aid in the healing process. Feel free to share your experience with the first six weeks of postpartum in the comment section!

1. Sitz bath with unscented Epsom salt for 10-15 minutes

2. Cooling Perineum pads

3. Postpartum massage

   
   

4. Warm compress and showers for breast engorgement relief

5. Nipple cream and Silverettes for relieving breastfeeding pain

6. Over-the-counter or prescription pain reliever as prescribed by your healthcare provider

7. Attending all postpartum checkups

8. Meeting regularly with your therapist or counselor

9. NAP!!!!!