After giving birth, a woman’s uterus does not return to its normal size immediately and needs to be gradually reduced through contractions.
After pregnancy, the uterus gradually increases in size and towards the end of pregnancy, it increases to its maximum size. After the fetus is delivered, the pressure inside the uterus decreases, but the uterus does not immediately return to its pre-pregnancy state and needs to shrink slowly through contractions.
Contractions not only shrink the uterus, but also stop bleeding. If a woman has poor post-partum contractions, this can often lead to increased bleeding time and bleeding volume. During postpartum contractions, many women experience significant pain in the lower abdomen.
If the pain caused by contractions is more serious, you can use some painkillers with less adverse effects under the guidance of your doctor. If there are other discomforts, it is recommended to consult a doctor in time.