Most of the mums-to-be knowingly or unknowingly suffer from Tokophobia (fear of childbirth and labour pain). Despite of this fear, normal delivery is what they pray for but conditions like lower amniotic fluid, high or fluctuating BP , a big baby and many more calls for a C-Section. But be it a normal delivery or not, all the pain and fear fades away once you hold that little life in your arms.
Having undergone C-Section twice and in a very short gap, I would like to share some dos and don'ts for the mums-to-be to follow after delivery, specifically a C-Section.
1. Follow Medical Advice - Post delivery, your your health condition will be known better by your doctor. Hence the first thing is to follow the instructions given by your doctor and taking the recommended medicines on time, which usually includes Calcium, Vitamin & Iron supplements, pain killers and cream/ointments for stretch marks reduction.
2. Become an Active Mum - The surgery pain will persist for 3-4 days. But you should start walking from day 1 after delivery. The same is also advised by doctors because the more you sit or lie down, the more difficult it becomes for you to move. Back at home, try doing some of the tasks on your own like massaging and bathing the baby, washing yours and baby's clothes on your own etc. Do Not lift heavy stuffs or bend down much unless advised by the doctor.Do Not overdo or stress yourself. Do take rest the moment you feel tired. You should be back to your normal self by the end of first month itself .
3. Ajwain Paani (Carom Seeds Water) - Drinking warm Ajwain Paani throughout the day along with regular water helps in cleansing the uterus and initial weight reduction. This should be followed for one month.
4. Masoor Daal Paani (Red Lentils Water) - Good for internal cleansing, healing and enhancement of breast milk. Drink a glass of Masoor Daal Paani with your breakfast for as long as possible (preferably 3 months).
5. Doodh Saboo (Milk with Sago)- One bowl of Doodh Saboo a day is excellent for breast milk enhancement. Continue this as long as you can.
6. Gaundh ke Laddoo (Tragacanth Gum Balls)- These laddoos are known to have the best healing effect for a new mother and gives a lot of strength. It helps to get back the uterus in shape & place, cleanse the internal system, and reduction of postpartum body aches. It is made up of many nutritious ingredients some of which are Wheat, Dry fruits, Desi Ghee and Gaundh. One laddoo a day can be consumed daily up to six Months after delivery.
7. Body Toning - While you should avoid heavy exercises up to three months , you must tie a Belt or Saree (the traditional method) around your waist and tummy to tuck in your lose and stretched tummy. Additionally you should get a full body massage done for as long as possible which will help in toning down the body.
8. Sleep well - Sleepless nights are common with the newborn in your life. However sleep when ever you get the chance even if it is during the daytime.
9. Avoid Dirt and Cold- A new mum has a weak immune system. Hence avoid stepping out , dust , pollution, and cold stuffs for one or two months. Because if you get ill, the same gets transferred to your baby as well via breast feeding.
And most importantly, stay happy and stress free. Read good books, listen to music, take pictures or do online shopping if you love the same . Because when you are happy, your baby will be happy and healthy too.
Good onr
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