While it can be hard, especially with a newborn, make sure that you are getting some time to yourself daily.ĭiet: In addition to physical activities, you should also be paying attention to what you are putting into your body. Taking the time for adequate rest is very important. R&R: Often undervalued and overlooked – Resting up is important! As much as you would like to jump back into the swing of things, your body has just carried a baby for 9 whole months. If you are taking a class and you experience any sharp pain, avoid that particular exercise and do what feels good to your own body. Remember to advise your instructor that you are postpartum to avoid being overworked. The gentle stretching will allow your back to regain its strength. Some studios even offer classes that are tailored to those who have just given birth. Yoga: An all-around wellness experience, yoga classes are great for getting you back where you need to be (physically and also mentally). Of course, it is wise to check in with your doctor before beginning any form of an exercise routine. Movement in the water will not put any further stress on your back or the rest of your body. Swimming: Another good activity to turn to when looking for a fitness outlet is swimming. Again, during the postpartum period, it’s going to take your body some time to readjust. This can impact all joints, muscles, and ligaments in the body and as a result, cause some mothers to feel unsteady and in some cases feel a variety of aches and pains. Hormonal changes – During pregnancy, your body produces a hormone aptly named relaxin that causes joints to become soft and flexible in preparation for delivery. Joints and ligaments are also under excess strain during pregnancy- your body is going to need to adjust to no longer being pregnant. In addition, during pregnancy your stomach muscles are under strain and can become weakened, resulting in a poor posture which can also contribute to back pain.
Physical changes – After giving birth, your uterus will have been expanding and then contracting suddenly, putting a strain on your back. It is also administered into your lower back, a generally sensitive area.
The needle is much bigger than the standard injection that you are probably used to. The injection itself – In the most obvious sense, back pain after epidural comes from the physical act of being injected with the epidural. While those who were prone to back pain prior to getting pregnant are naturally going to need more time to recover. With your body undergoing the miraculous task of childbirth, it is expected that you are going to need at least a few weeks to months in order to get back to normal. Ultimately, some postpartum pain is going to be inevitable. This is a normal occurrence, and healing time can vary depending on the individual. The injection site from the epidural can also be expected to feel tender and sore for a short time since it causes minor trauma to the layers of tissue it goes through when inserted into the catheter. If you do have any back pain after giving birth it is likely due to other physical changes your body goes through during pregnancy that are quite natural and unrelated to an epidural.
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