> I don't even notice my discomfort at the birth, it is in the > days afterwards that I do, until the next time when I get into any position I > have to, to be with the mum. Any advice is welcome.
Hi Marilyn, It's probably lactic acid build-up, Marilyn, from staying in the same position for too long. The muscles become starved of oxygen and release lactic acid which is felt as achiness/tenseness over the next few days until your body cleanses itself of the 'toxin.' So my advice (ignore it if you wish) would be to move around a lot. Don't stay in the same position for ages. Find a position that is comfortable for you - listen to your body. And if you do have lactic acid build-up then do gentle stretches, like yoga, to improve circulation to that area and help your body cleanse itself. Stretch whenever you feel achy/tense. Thankyou for supporting women. But don't forget to look after yourself. Birthing Beautifully, Jackie Mawson. Convenor of Birthrites: Healing After Caesarean Inc. Visit our Website at: http://www.birthrites.org Email: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Phone: 61 08 9418 8949 Please note I am not a Professional Healthcare Provider, and all opinions given in this email are not to be taken as medical, or legal, advice. Please seek such advice from the relevant professional service. Email me your postal details for a FREE copy of our quarterly magazine, if you live within Australia - Overseas postage costs are above budget, sorry! Too many Gods; so many creeds, Too many paths that wind and wind, When just the art of being kind Is all the sad world needs... ---------------------------------- -- This mailing list is sponsored by ACE Graphics. Visit <http://www.acegraphics.com.au> to subscribe or unsubscribe.
