What to expect after birth

Question

So im 29 weeks soon to be 30 weeks and all ive been thinking about lately is the birth, im not so worried im more excited rather than scared or nervous..
What should i expect when i come home from the hospital?
Will it be bed rest for awhile?
What happens after vaginal birth?
Does it feel weird to use the washroom?
Do you have to wear pads after giving birth?
My first pregnancy, i have a lot of questions... 
It would be perfect if i can hear from other mommys...

Answer

Most important thing to remember is you can't take care of that baby if u don't take care of your self. There will be blood so wear pads take your pain meds when they offer even if your not in pain because it hps with swelling. Stool softners are a must no unnecessary pushing. No lifting heavy objects and don't be afriad to ask family for help the g
First few days at home are going to be difficult dont worry bout laundry or dishes. Just take it easy

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You can rest as much as you need to, or do as much as you feel like you can. Long gone are the days when women who had a "normal" birth at looked at like they are sickly and in need of bedrest. Personally, I was up and doing most normal activities within a day. Breast feeding is probably the biggest change, because it can be painful for a few weeks. But it is great because it gets your uterus back in shape and tummy flatter quicker.

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Something no one told me about, but I've heard is pretty common, is the swelling that happens after. I had hardly any swelling during pregnancy but my feet were huge for about a week after. Also don't forget to stay hydrated. I would get so busy and realize I hadn't had anything to drink in hours.

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Expect to wear pads for the first few weeks. Yes you will be sore but it's nothing you can't handle after giving birth. You will be so wrapped up in your little baby you probably won't even really notice 😊 and if you plan to breastfeed it hurts like a bitch. But it will get a lot easier after a couple of weeks!

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Yes you will wear pads. Everyone handles it differently. I tore so I was very sore for awhile but wasn't in the bed. Just went along my normal routine except with a baby :)

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You have to use a squirt bottle instead of toilet paper, yes you have to wear pads. You can't wear tampons. You should take it easy on your feet but you're able to walk around. I haven't had my baby girl yet but I've gotten answers from my friends that just had babies.

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