Giving birth is one of the most beautiful thing a woman can experience and one of the most painful indeed (well, next to divorce if you consider that painful). But the moment the baby arrives, you will feel a certain kind of happiness not even marriage can capture. This should not be the reason to be carried away and ignore important details after delivery. Remember, personal health care is essential to keep the mother and baby safe from any kind of illness or disease.
True, you should give every ounce of your attention to your newborn baby but, this doesnt mean that you have to compromise your health in the process. Here are some tips on how to take care of yourself even after you have been discharged from the hospital.
Rest
Giving birth can be quite exhausting. Give yourself time to rest. You can allot even a couple of weeks for you alone. If possible, do not let visitors in because this will add up to the exhaustion. If your baby is sleeping, grab that opportunity to take a quick nap. Let your husband do the chores for the meantime.
Lifting precautions
As much as possible, lifting is prohibited but the babys an exception. You are not...