You after the birth

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Recovering from birth - myths and truths

Is it safe to eat spicy food when pregnant or breastfeeding?

Will drinking cold water after birth slow down my recovery?

Can my baby or I catch an infection if we do not wait the full 40 days before going out?

Do I have to go on a khichdi diet just after my delivery?

Will my newborn baby catch a cold if I have a bath in cold water?

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Your body after birth

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When will my periods start after my delivery?

Find out how soon after childbirth you are likely to get your periods again and what may cause a delay.

How can I get rid of stretch marks?

Will my vagina stay stretched out after delivery?

Your body after pregnancy and delivery

Stitches after vaginal delivery

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Pelvic floor post-baby

Your pelvic floor after birth

How to do Kegels (pelvic floor exercises)

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Your nutrition after birth

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Healthy weight loss after birth

Trying to lose weight too soon after giving birth can delay your body's recovery and make you more tired. Follow our healthy eating tips to safely return to your normal weight.

Nutritious recipes for new mums

How do I know if I am low in iron after having a baby?

Traditional remedies to increase breastmilk supply

Will drinking more milk increase my breastmilk supply?

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Baby blues and postnatal depression

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Postnatal depression (PND)

Most mums experience highs and lows after the birth of their baby. If you're feeling weepy and irritable find out how to cope, what isn't normal and when it's time to call your doctor.

The baby blues

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