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Postpartum Recovery

Meaning

Postpartum Recovery refers to the complex physiological, hormonal, and psychological process a woman undergoes in the period following childbirth, typically lasting six weeks to six months, as the body returns to its non-pregnant state. This recovery involves the involution of the uterus, the re-establishment of the menstrual cycle, and a dramatic shift in endocrine profiles, particularly the steep decline in pregnancy hormones like estrogen and progesterone. Comprehensive care is necessary to address the profound physical and emotional adjustments.