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Easing Postpartum Pain

Here, 4 tips to help you recover from the pain and discomfort you'll feel after labor and delivery.

by Theresa Kump

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Apply ice packs

Use them on your perineal area (between your vagina and butt) for the first 12 hours after delivery, which will soothe swelling and ease the pain. If you had a c-section, medications such as acetaminophen and ibuprofen can relieve the discomfort the incisions without interfering with your ability to breastfeed.

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lady3t78 wrote:

or sit on your boppy pillow

7/24/2010 10:09:33 AM Report Abuse
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