2023-08-22 14:00:26
First of all, the continuation of childbirth corresponds to the immediate postpartum period which today is also called ” degestation “. It can vary from one woman to another depending on the conditions in which she gave birth, also the bodily transformations will be more or less important, as will the duration it will take to recover. The fact that the childbirth, a normal, intimate and safe physiological act, has become a medical act considerably changes the entry into maternity ward. For example, directed pushing practiced almost systematically, as it is essential following the cascades of interventions of which the epidural is a part, contributes more to tears and episiotomy practices. The evacuation of analgesics mobilizes the body’s energy initially intended for recovery. The idea is not to cite the numerous examples that influence this reconstruction work, but rather to highlight the natural vocation of the body to repair itself as soon as it is given the opportunity. Each additional action compromises the ease and speed with which life has organized this rebirth.
Tears and episiotomy
Treat yourself to some time for meditation on yoni steam (vaginal steam bath) can stimulate tissue repair (and completes perineal rehabilitation work). The aerial parts nettle and horsetail, in herbal medicine, are rich in silica and favorable nutrients for this same task. Finally, aromatherapy externally is sometimes necessary.
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Childbirth: peri or not peri?
In addition to the purely physical aspects, the conditions of childbirth can inspire a mother following this act of all power, or profoundly weaken her, and sometimes both at the same time. Regardless, many cultures emphasize the importance of the horizontal position of a mother during the first forty days following giving birth (what we call “the golden month”). In this regard, the “relevailles”, better known among us, were mainly used to isolate women, considered impure because they might bleed for this entire period. The unjustified motivations for this practice are at least useful in the complete availability of a mother to herself and her infant. Allow time for the body to “close” and share the rhythm of your baby offers a better opportunity to recover than managing cleaning, cooking, shopping and other demands of modern life. During this phase, painful contractions called “cutting” persist to allow the uterus to return to its initial shape. Moreover, a hidden “wound” exists where the placenta was attached, the main reason for bleeding called “lochia”, measuring on average twenty-two centimeters. It is likely that if this wound were visible outside the body, we would have a better consideration of the need for rest. Hematomas can appear in the perineal area, hemorrhoids, swelling of the lips, healing is necessary, even more so in the event of cesarean delivery. This is a period of extraordinary reconstruction.
The immediate postpartum care kit
A “pschitt pee” (water and lavender hydrosol in a gentle spray bottle) to clean the intimate area following using the toilet is a good help and avoids using toilet paper (not recommended). A small container (spice type) to put white clay in to sprinkle on this area once or twice a day relieves tightness. The clay mixes with the bleeding to form a healing and soothing paste. Aloe vera gel on sanitary napkins can also help.
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Psychologically managing childbirth pain
The “fourth trimester of pregnancy”
This is how we hear regarding this phase during which the mother’s body is at its peak of activity. Ingrid Bayot, midwife, perinatal trainer and author*, contrasts the first three quarters with the following three by comparing them to the construction of a wall. She thus recounts the difference in energy required to properly build a wall, brick by brick, to that required for its demolition, successfully completing the rigorous task of putting everything back as it was before. This metaphor leads us to reevaluate this period from a physiological point of view. Various metabolisms are reversed, large quantities of hormones occur one following the other, the tissues call for their raw materials, eliminations take turns, etc. It’s good “the “most trying phase of pregnancy. At the same time, an equally energy-intensive activity begins…
Perineal rehabilitation
The perineum is a set of muscles made up mainly of smooth fibers and a few striated fibers. Control of the latter is voluntary, hence bodybuilding-style perineal reeducation, while the former are influenced by the action of the neurovegetative system, which acts independently of will. Breathing exercises and postural work have a better impact and include the other muscle chains that interact with the perineum.
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