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20 amazing Home Remedies for Postpartum Issues

When women are pregnant, then their bodies go through changes. After the delivery, the body will heal from the childbirth. It will rebuild its strength and begin to regain the shape before the pregnancy. Many women find overwhelming the period which will follow them. They should learn how to keep baby and how to be a good mom. Your body will also change after you gave a birth to your child. In the postpartum period your body will start to change. This period begins right after your delivery.

It is better to know more about this period so you will able to cope with the physical and emotional changes which come post – pregnancy. There are different problems which women can experience as postpartum issues, such as difficulty regaining your pre – pregnancy shape; discomfort during sex; postpartum depression; hair loss; urinary of fecal incontinence; hemorrhoids and constipation; stretch marks; breast problems, such as swollen breasts, infection and clogged ducts; vaginal discharge; pain in the perineal area; excessive bleeding after delivery; postpartum infections.

If you have some kind of postpartum issue, then talk with your doctor before you start using some of the below mentioned home remedies so in this way you will avoid side effects.

Home remedies for Postpartum Issues

Home remedies for postpartum issues

Witch hazel: You can use the witch hazel as your home remedy for the inflamed tissues. It is a strong astringent which can help to close wounds and stop bleeding. You should add some witch hazel to your calendula bath for extra perineal healing. [1]

Calendula: This home remedy can help in the treatment of damaged and inflamed tissues. Those women who are in postpartum can take calendula bath as their home remedy so the calendula tea will do the work for you. Also, they can apply the calendula directly to the perineum using a sanitary pad or washcloth. [2]

Exercise: There are some studies in which are said that the exercise can help to support the antidepressant effects of exercise for women who are in postpartum depression. There was one study done in 2008 in which were participating 18 women who were separated in two groups. The first one is intervention group who have received exercise support and the second one is control group who received standard care.

This study was done at six weeks postpartum. The exercise was done by one hour per week at hospital and two sessions at home in a period of three months. In this study was discovered that women who received the exercise support program are having less chances of getting high depression scores after childbirth compared with the control group. In this study was conducted that exercise has benefited the women’s psychological well – being.

Epsom salt: This natural cure can give you a relief from aching muscles and it will supply your body with extra boost of magnesium. If you take long soaks in Epsom salt bath, then it can reduce your high blood pressure. If you are feeling anxious or stressed in the days postpartum, then you should add one to two cups of Epsom salt to your bath water. You will feel much better.

Chamomile: This natural cure is used a lot for promoting relaxation for mothers who need to have a relaxed mind before they go to bed. Also, this natural cure is relaxing throughout the digestive tract and it can help to move bowels for women who are in postpartum constipation. You should drink a chamomile tea so you will stay calm throughout the day. [3]

Massage oil: There are some cases when weird things can happen in the pregnancy. Maybe your baby was positioned oddly or posterior and also you can have sore muscles. You can use massage oil because it can help to soothe your sore muscles and it can help to reduce any pain you may have.

Oats: It is known that different parts of oat plant can give different benefits in the postpartum period. Many mothers who are in the postpartum period eat a bowl of oatmeal each morning and they have noticed that it has helped them with their milk supply but also it is soothing for the nervous system. Also, you can make a tincture of oat seeds because it can help to calm your mind and body.

Nettle: You can use the dried nettle leaf to make a nutrient – rich tea which can help in the natural treatment of anemia and blood sugar regulation. Often, this natural cure is used throughout pregnancy and in the postpartum period because it is nourishing. You should steep a small handful of this herb in a liter of boiled water overnight. You can add a splash of apple cider vinegar to this extract because it has vitamins and minerals. The fluid which remains should be consumed throughout the following day. You should add juice from half a lemon and a tablespoon of blackstrap molasses for bit of extra iron which your body needs. [4]

Holy basil: This home remedy is commonly used in the Ayurvedic medicine to support the resilience against long – term stress. It can improve energy levels and benefit mood in case of mild depression which is a part of the postpartum period. [5]

Skullcap: This natural cure is a great mood – supporting herb for women who are working through anxiety, poor sleep and stress – induced restlessness. This natural cure can be used by women who are experiencing mild postpartum mood concerns.

Ashwagandha: This natural cure belongs to the herbal category of adaptogens and it is commonly used to help the body to regulate stress. Also, it has the ability to improve memory, calm irritability and support the immune system. [6]

Blessed thistle: This is a great galactogogue which is commonly used in conjunction with fenugreek. It is a bitter herb which can help to stimulate appetite and promote digestion so women who have these problems in the postpartum, should use this natural cure. [7]

Fenugreek: This natural cure is used by women to increase their milk supply. Fenugreek is galactogogue which means that it can help to boost the milk production. You can crush fenugreek seeds and make a tea with them and consume it several times per day. [8]

Omega – 3 fatty acids: There are some studies in which are said that the low intake of Omega – 3 fatty acids are associated with developing postpartum depression. You should take a bit of Omega – 3 fatty acids during pregnancy and in the postpartum period. You can take it in supplement form and increase the intake of foods, such as sardines, salmon, flax seeds, chia seeds and salmon. [9]

Riboflavin: Vitamin B-2 is also known as riboflavin. There are some studies in which are said that the riboflavin can help to decrease the risk of postpartum depression. This vitamin has a positive effect on the mood disorder. You should consume it in moderate amounts so you will have the best results. [10]

Meditation: It is noticed that meditation has stimulating effect on the nervous system. It can suppress the inflammatory genes in people who use it.

Acupuncture: This technique was used in the traditional Chinese medicine. In this technique specific points on the body are stimulated by inserting thin needles into the skin. There are many doctors who are recommending acupuncture as a treatment for easing pain and anxiety, balance hormones and reduce stress during and after pregnancy.

Kegel exercises: If you have troubles with peeing, then you can speed the recovery process with doing Kegel exercises. You should try to tighten your muscles for five seconds and five times in a row. You should work up to ten times in a row until you are doing at least three sets of ten repeats per day. Also, Kegel exercises can help you in a case of diarrhea. They help to tighten your pelvic muscles because they are stopping your pee mid-stream. [11]

Arnica pellets: After you gave a birth of your baby, the pain can be so hard and it can worse with each baby. You should keep some arnica pellets on your hand and take them every three to four hours for the first few days to take the edge off.

Coconut water: If you were in a labor for a long time and you forgot to drink much or if you were nauseous and didn’t want to drink water, then you can become dehydrated. You can drink coconut water because it can help to replace electrolytes in your body. You can mix the coconut water with some tea or juice if you are not a huge fan of coconut water. It is best to mix it with herbal tea because it will add more health benefits for your body.

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Ramesh Kumar
Ramesh Kumar
Dr. Ramesh kumar, BAMS is naturopathy doctor who is well versed with health benefits of all fruits, vegetables and medicinal plants

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