6 things you'll need for postpartum recovery

Postpartum recovery and uterine involution At the peak of pregnancy, the uterus reaches its maximum size and weight. On average, it measures about 38-40 centimetres in length and weighs around 1kg (2.2lb). Add the baby, amniotic fluid and placenta, we're averaging around 13lb! Immediately after birth, the uterus begins its incredible journey of involution (shrinking). By 24 hours, the uterus has already reduced in size to approximately 20 centimetres in length but still weighs a similar amount t

Postpartum Recovery After Vaginal Birth

Postpartum care: recovering from birth