Postnatal recovery

Postnatal recovery is the process your body undergoes after childbirth to heal and restore itself. It involves physical healing of the uterus shrinking back to its pre-pregnancy size, recovery from any tears or incisions, and adjusting to hormonal changes. Women may experience fatigue, vaginal bleeding, and emotional shifts. Proper rest, good nutrition, hydration, and gentle activity help support this process. Regular check-ups with healthcare providers ensure healing is progressing well. Recovery varies individually but generally spans several weeks to months, during which the body gradually returns to its pre-pregnancy state while adapting to new motherhood responsibilities.