Is it normal to have menstruation more than a month after giving birth?

There are two ways to give birth: natural birth and caesarean section. Different birth methods lead to different conditions in terms of physical recovery. Generally, it takes a certain amount of time for the uterine appendages to recover after giving birth, especially if you are still breastfeeding one month after giving birth. Because of the growth hormone itself, menstruation will be repaired later. So, is it normal to have menstruation one month after giving birth?

It is normal to have your period one month after giving birth. After giving birth, pregnant women may experience some irregularities and changes in menstrual period when it just resumes, which is not a big deal. Under normal circumstances, it is normal for the menstrual period to be slightly early or delayed for a few days. Pregnant women don’t need to worry too much at first, and try to relax their mentality as much as possible. The periodicity of menstruation is affected by many factors such as weather changes, personal mood and spirit, environmental stimulation, diet, etc.

There is a big difference in the resumption of menstruation after childbirth among different pregnant women. Some pregnant women resume their menstruation one month after giving birth, while others do not get their period until one year after giving birth. It is recommended to pay attention to nutrition and diet after giving birth, and eat more eggs and lean pork. Generally, postpartum menstruation is related to whether the mother breastfeeds after giving birth, the actual breastfeeding time, the mother's age and the recovery of the ovaries.

Pregnant women who do not breastfeed their children usually get their period within 6-8 weeks after giving birth. However, if you experience heavy menstruation, abnormal color, or excessive blood clots, you can go to the hospital for a check-up. Menstruation will not affect your baby's breastfeeding one month after giving birth, so you don't need to put too much pressure on yourself. Pay more attention to the cleanliness and hygiene of the vulva, avoid eating cold foods, keep warm, and take more care of yourself.

What should I do if my menstrual flow is heavy after a cesarean section?

1. Persist in infusion. Pregnant women consume more and eat less during the delivery period, which leads to blood depletion. In addition, the blood is highly coagulable during pregnancy, which may cause venous thrombosis, lead to pulmonary embolism and cause sudden death. Therefore, intravenous drips are often given 3 days after the operation to replenish water and correct dehydration. In addition, you can eat some liquid food such as stewed eggs, egg soup, lotus root powder, etc. 6 hours after the operation. On the second day after the operation, the patient's exhalation was mostly normal, and he could eat semi-liquid food such as porridge, crucian carp and tofu soup. The infused fluid contains glucose and antibiotics, which can prevent infection and fever and promote wound healing. Do not refuse or ask for a reduction in medication due to fear of pain or fatigue.

2. Get active as early as possible. After the anesthesia wears off, the muscles of the upper and lower limbs can be stretched and contracted, and the patient can wake up and move around 6 hours after the operation. This can promote blood fluidity and prevent thrombosis; it can promote intestinal movement and prevent intestinal adhesion.

3. Pay attention to vaginal bleeding. Abnormal uterine bleeding during cesarean section is heavy, and relatives should check the vaginal bleeding regularly. If it exceeds the menstrual flow, they should inform the doctor and take blood circulation measures immediately.

4. Urinate immediately. The indwelling catheter is usually removed after the infusion is completed on the second day after surgery, and you should urinate immediately 3 to 4 hours after removal. If you cannot urinate in bed, you should wake up and go to the bathroom. If the condition still persists, you should tell your doctor and continue until you can urinate smoothly.

5. Pay attention to body temperature. A low-grade fever may occur after stopping antibiotics, which is often the main initial manifestation of inflammation of the reproductive system. If the temperature exceeds 37.4 degrees Celsius, compulsory hospitalization is not suitable; for those who are hospitalized without a low-grade fever, it is best to measure the temperature once a day at noon within one week after returning home, so as to detect the low-grade fever as early as possible and deal with it properly.

6. Be careful of late postpartum hemorrhage. Those who undergo cesarean section have a wound in the uterus, which can easily lead to fatal internal bleeding. Bleeding is also more common in the late stage after giving birth. If the lochia increases significantly after returning home, like during menstruation, you should see a doctor immediately.

7. Pay attention to the pain in the wound during menstruation. When the wound is located at the site of endometriosis, the wound will continue to swell and ache during the menstrual period, and the pain will become more severe every month, and a lump may appear after a while. If such symptoms occur, you should go to the hospital immediately for treatment.