How to prevent low back and leg pain after childbirth?

The pregnancy and childbirth processes are both very painful. Many women will suffer from some diseases after pregnancy and childbirth, such as headaches, back and leg pain, physical weakness, etc., but these phenomena can be prevented and treated. As long as you take good precautions and take good care of yourself during pregnancy and the postpartum confinement period, you can recover. How to prevent low back and leg pain after childbirth?

1. During pregnancy, wear light and soft shoes, do not wear high heels, and avoid bending over and other movements that involve excessive waist movement. Eat a balanced and reasonable diet to avoid excessive weight gain, which will increase the burden on the waist and cause damage to the lumbar muscles and ligaments.

2. The crib should not be too low or too high. It is best to buy a crib that can be raised or lowered. The height of the stroller should also be moderate to avoid bending too much or standing or squatting for a long time to take care of the baby.

3. The breastfeeding posture should be correct. Whether you are feeding while sitting or lying down, stay relaxed and comfortable. It is better to choose a low stool when sitting to breastfeed. If you are sitting on the edge of the bed to breastfeed, you can put one foot on a stool of appropriate height or lean your body against the head of the bed. It is best to place a pillow on your lap to elevate the baby so that they can also bear the weight.

4. Keep your waist warm and add clothes in time according to weather changes to avoid cold wind that aggravates waist and leg pain. The mattress should not be too soft; get enough sleep, sleep on your back or on your side, and pay attention to changing your sleeping position. Avoid lifting objects that are too heavy or too high, do not wear high heels, do not run too early or walk long distances, and avoid improper posture when taking objects.

5. Pay attention to the combination of work and rest. Do not spend too much time cleaning the room, and do not feel any discomfort or soreness in the waist. Avoid overwork and standing for long periods of time within 3 months after delivery.

The article talks about many methods to prevent low back and leg pain. Mothers can selectively carry out maintenance according to their actual situation. When women are in confinement, they are not allowed to touch or eat raw or cold food or items, and they are also not allowed to be exposed to the wind, so as to avoid leaving some roots of disease. Therefore, they should pay more attention to keeping themselves warm and conditioning.