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Postpartum care: What to expect after a vaginal birth
Urination problems
Sore breasts and leaking milk
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Vaginal soreness
Vaginal discharge
Contractions
Incontinence
Hemorrhoids and bowel movements
Tender breasts
Hair loss and skin changes
Mood changes
Weight loss
The postpartum checkup
Weight loss
After you give birth, you might look like you're still pregnant. This is normal. Most women lose 13 pounds (6 kilograms) during birth, including the weight of the baby, placenta and amniotic fluid. In the days after delivery, you'll lose additional weight from leftover fluids. After that, a healthy diet and regular exercise can help you gradually return to your pre-pregnancy weight.
