How long does it take to recover from back pain after a normal birth?

The body needs time to recover after a normal birth. Many mothers will experience back pain after childbirth. It is very hard to take care of the child after childbirth and they do not get enough rest. The increased pressure on the abdomen during pregnancy will cause back pain. Generally, the body can recover in about a month after childbirth. Some people with poor physical fitness will recover more slowly. After giving birth, you should avoid heavy physical labor, strengthen your body's nutrition, and do appropriate exercise to speed up your body's recovery.

How long does it take to recover from lower back pain after a normal birth?

Generally speaking, as the endocrine level gradually recovers after childbirth, low back pain will gradually disappear, which takes about a month. Suggestions: If the postpartum back pain of the mother not only does not get better, but gets worse, or lasts for a long time (more than one month), then it is necessary to consider whether there are other factors causing it.

How to relieve back pain after childbirth?

1. Work hard to lose weight. That's right, quickly get rid of the weight you gained during pregnancy, which will make your waist much easier.

2. Keep exercising. Do more exercises that can strengthen your abdominal muscles and arm strength, grit your teeth and persevere, there will definitely be surprises waiting for you.

3. Find the most comfortable breastfeeding position. New mothers have to breastfeed several times a day after giving birth, so breastfeeding posture is particularly important. Don't force it. Whenever you feel back pain, it means that the lumbar muscle strain has worsened. It is recommended to put a pillow behind your back or use a special nursing pillow when breastfeeding.

4. Flexible bending or lifting. When taking care of children, we may have to do more bending or lifting movements than usual. Even if you don’t feel any back pain at the time, try to be gentle. It is best to put less stress on your waist when doing the movements.

5. Hold your baby less. Maybe this is really difficult for many new mothers to do, which requires more understanding and care from family members. In short, don't try to force yourself to do things if your family members can do it for you. It is better to let your husband do small things like holding the baby or pushing a stroller when going out.

6. Don’t make too much trouble at night. If the baby cries in the middle of the night, it is best for the new mother not to hold the baby and walk around all night; if the baby urinates at night, try to let the husband help change the diaper; when coaxing the baby to sleep, it is best not to always maintain the same posture; even when making love with your husband at night, you should remind him to be careful not to hurt your old waist.

It is really not easy for mothers to give birth to a child safely. Not only do they have to face the hardships of pregnancy and the pain of childbirth, but they also have to face various problems after childbirth. Therefore, new fathers should be more considerate of their wives, which will be more conducive to family harmony!