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What they don’t tell you

If you give birth vaginally! 🤌🏼

What they don’t tell you about labor and about becoming a parent yes, you’re gonna need diapers right after you give birth your vagina is going to hurt! You’re going to spray it with cooling spray to heal! You’re gunna bleed a lot! I bled for 4-5 months after my natural labour.

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2024/11/14 Edited to

Postpartum recovery can be a challenging journey for new mothers. Many women are surprised by the physical changes that occur after delivering vaginally. It's essential to have the right supplies to aid in healing and comfort. Items such as perineal cooling spray can provide relief from discomfort and pain. Maxi pads are a must for managing postpartum bleeding, which can last several weeks. Witch hazel applied with liners may soothe irritation and promote healing. Equipping yourself with a storage caddy to organize these essentials ensures ease of access at home. In addition, consider investing in comfortable underwear designated for postpartum use to enhance your recovery experience. Each mother’s journey is unique, but being prepared with knowledge and supplies can make the postpartum phase a bit smoother.

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I also recommend Tucks pads incase you get hemorrhoids. My go to routine was to rinse with warm water, tuck a cold Tucks witch hazel pad on the 🍩 and then spraying the 😺 with the Dermoplast and use an adult diaper for the first 2-3 weeks til bleeding stopped.

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Not true my hospital provided all this and tucks pads as well

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