Taking a bath? Postpartum

Question

Would it be okay if i sit in a bath? I gave birth 2 days ago and have a 2nd degree tear that's still very sore. I'm hoping maybe it'll help with the pain to relax in the bath.

Answer

Yes, it's recommended! I had 2nd degree tears too and was told to soak a few times a day if I could because it would help the healing process.

Answer

I was told not to take baths. But my dr did recommend using a sitz bath

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My dr said no baths for six weeks

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I was told no but to do sits or sits baths

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My dr says no baths until your 6 weeks are up. I guess every dr is different

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Ask your dr. I was told not to take a bath after tearing with both of my kids.

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I was told no baths during recovery

Answer

They are usually recommended. Don’t stay in too long, but 15 minute sits bath would be soothing and therapeutic

Answer

No

Taking a bath? Postpartum

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