Pregnancy labor and a vaginal delivery can stretch or injure your pelvic floor muscles which support the uterus bladder and rectum.
Stool softener after labor.
Not to freak you out but my post labor poops didn t get any easier.
Ask your health care provider about a stool softener if needed.
We feel your pain.
But we have good news for you.
Stay hydrated you ve been through the equivalent of about 10 marathons so drink up.
It is to get you through the initial slow down after birth.
A few days after birth you might experience full firm tender breasts engorgement.
If it still hurts after a week or so you might need a prescription to poop in peace.
In fact i sh t glass for six weeks straight before i finally went to the doctor.
Stool softeners enhance water absorption in the stool while laxatives stimulate the stool to pass you ll need to start taking a stool softener right away if you have a tear that extends into or through your sphincter.
As it turns out i had nasty anal fissures as a result of a difficult delivery.
Miralax is an effective stool softener creating a laxative effect without any cramping gas or sudden urgency it draws water into your colon which is intended to soften your bowel movements for greater comfort and ease.
Ask your healthcare provider whether you should take a stool softener or laxative sold over the counter at any drugstore.