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I had a baby 5 months ago,and every since then when I menstruate my whole pelvic area gets really sore and so does my back area down there.I also have excessive weight gain and increased appetite..I figured that to much time has passed for these symptoms to be related to giving birth.But then again I'm not a professional so what do you think? PS:plz help me!
Destiny,
This could be due to a hormonal imbalance after giving birth, but could also be completely unrelated. Call your doctor to discuss your symptoms. They will most likely want to do some bloodwork to check your thyroid, etc and get a better idea of what is going on.
Typically, after giving birth, menstruation can become shorter and less painful. Increased appetite and weight gain are not typical, which makes me think that a hormonal imbalance may be the culprit.
Best,
Catherine
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Catherine Beier MS CBE
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I can provide evidence-based information and current research findings concerning childbirth and pregnancy. My specializations include natural childbirth, pregnancy and birth interventions, fetal positioning, labor induction, choosing a care provider, midwives, homebirth, unassisted birth, natural pain relief, medications in pregnancy and birth, informed consent, understanding the risks and benefits of childbirth choices, doulas, waterbirth, childbirth methods, childbirth education classes, cesarean section, and VBAC.
Experience
I have been a childbirth educator, mother, author, public speaker, researcher, and birth advocate for the past 9 years. I am also the author of Giving Birth Naturally, a site dedicated to natural childbirth and pregnancy information. I publish evidence-based articles on pregnancy, childbirth, newborn care, and post-partum care. I'm also a mother of three children, two daughters and one son all born naturally. To learn more about what normal birth looks like, view the natural childbirth video of my son being born at home unassisted.
Publications
My book, Birth Outside the Box, was published in 2007.
Education/Credentials
I hold a Master's degree in communication disorders with an emphasis in child development. I am also an independent childbirth educator.
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