Mood
How long do the "baby blues" last?
2 weeks
True or false: most people have perineal tearing when they deliver a baby
true - but your body was made to do that!
true or false: babies eat every 2-3 hours
false
Name a permanent form of birth control
Tubal or vasectomy
Pain control administered through the spinal canal
What is an epidural?
Name three things you can do to improve your mood
depends who you are
True or false: ice packs are needed for a few weeks after delivery
false: sitz baths! Ice packs only 24 hours
Name 3 benefits of breastfeeding
There are so many!!
Good for the baby's immune system, but not 100% effective birth control
What is breast feeding?
What is oxytocin?
Name 3 things you can do now to prepare for postpartum period
many!
When do you get your stitches out (C-section or vaginal delivery)
They dissolve!
How much time after birth do you have ideally to establish breastfeeding?
1-2 hours
This method can be started right after the baby is delivered but it might not stick around
What is an IUD?
When the presenting part is the buttocks
What is breech position?
If you are feeling like the baby blues is lasting more than 2 weeks, what can you do?
let your provider know!
True or false: Once my baby comes out my belly will be flatter
Maybe a little...
True or false: pacifiers are OK for breastfed babies
It depends!
Birth control with this hormone can increase your risk of blood clots
What is estrogen?
This condition in pregnancy is associated with high blood pressure and seizures
What is pre-eclampsia?
True or false: it is normal to feel anxious about your baby's safety
yes and no, until a certain point
When can one resume sexual activity after a baby?
4-6 weeks
When might a birthing parent need to use a breast pump?
Many reasons!
This method can be started while in the hospital and goes in your arm
What is the Nexplanon?
These infections can increase the risk fo preterm labor
What is UTI or bacterial vaginosis?