After a vaginal delivery, women's bodies tend to recover better than those after a cesarean section. However, women are also prone to many situations after a vaginal delivery, such as pain and difficulty in defecation. Because they need to rest more after giving birth, their gastrointestinal motility may decrease and they may experience constipation. So what should I do if I can't relieve the pain and defecate after vaginal delivery?
During the process of vaginal delivery, there will be a lot of water loss in the body. If the water content decreases, the stool will become very dry, so it is difficult to excrete stool. At this time, hydration is very important. Women need to drink more water, which can accelerate the body's metabolism and quickly eliminate toxins from the body, effectively improving constipation and making bowel movements much smoother.
After giving birth, women can drink a cup of warm boiled water on an empty stomach every morning, which can awaken gastrointestinal function, accelerate intestinal peristalsis, and facilitate smooth bowel movements. Women can squat on time every day, train their defecation awareness, and develop habits, which can improve constipation.
Women also need to pay attention to their diet, and can eat some coarse grains, as well as fruits and vegetables. Coarse grains and fruits and vegetables have high fiber content, which helps with bowel movements. Postpartum women should not be picky eaters. They should have a diversified diet in order to obtain more nutrients and dietary fiber to prevent constipation. If a woman has severe difficulty defecating, she needs to consult a doctor and, if necessary, use medication for treatment.
