What are the common physical changes after childbirth?
The postpartum period brings numerous physical changes as the body returns to its pre-pregnancy state. Common changes include uterine involution, where the uterus contracts back to its normal size, often causing postpartum cramps. Vaginal discharge known as lochia is also common and can last for several weeks. Other physical changes may involve the breasts, such as engorgement, and the abdominal area, where diastasis recti might be observed.
