2024-09-25 09:51:25
A post by American rapper Cardi B Kick is going viral these days. In this, she has told that she has started working out just 8 days after delivery. She also told that she exercised on the Stairmaster for 30 minutes.
Her move has sparked a debate among people. Now people want to know how safe it is to exercise immediately after delivery. If you are also pregnant, then you can know here whether it is right to workout 8 days after becoming a mother or not?
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Can I start working out after pregnancy?
According to the American College of Obstetricians, if the delivery is normal, it is safe to workout immediately after the birth of the child. While gynecologist Dr. Seema Gupta says that after delivery, the body takes time to get back to its previous state. However, recovery depends on whether the delivery is normal or C-section.
After normal delivery, recovery takes place in 4 to 6 weeks, but in case of C section, it takes 6 to 8 or sometimes even 1-2 weeks. Therefore, workouts should be started only after complete recovery.
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Disadvantages of working out 8 days after giving birth
Stitches may open up: If the delivery is normal, exercising immediately is harmful. This can cause the stitches to open. In such cases, bleeding often occurs, which takes a long time to heal.
Rupture of the uterus: If we talk about C section, then external stitches heal in 7-10 days, but internal stitches take about 3 months to heal. In such a situation, the pregnant woman can neither lift any heavy things nor bear any pressure on the stomach. If this is done, the uterus can burst.
The uterus may slip forward: In both types of delivery, the pelvic muscles are greatly affected. They become weak. In such a situation, starting workouts early increases the risk of the uterus slipping forward.
When can you start exercising after delivery?
Experts believe that any woman should rest for at least 40 days after delivery. By taking adequate rest, there is no pressure on the stitches and they heal very quickly. Therefore, one should think about doing any physical workout only after at least 12 weeks.
How to recognize that the body is not ready to bear pressure?
- Excessive bleeding
- feeling very weak
- Decreased breast milk production due to stress
- Constant feeling of fatigue and irritability
What exercises are safe for a new mother?
After delivery, women can walk slowly for 30 minutes every day. Apart from this, it is also good to do yoga and abdominal exercises in the beginning. But before this, you should consult your doctor.
Disclaimer: This article is for general information only. It cannot in any way be a substitute for any medicine or treatment. Always consult your doctor for more information.