Postpartum care and recovery can be broken down into 3 phases:
- 6 – 12 hours: Acute – rapid changes within the body
- 2 – 6 weeks: Subacute – major changes in hemodynamics, genitourinary recovery, metabolism and emotional status
- Up to 6 months: Delayed postpartum period – restoration of muscle tone and connective tissue
Acupuncture can provide support postpartum, including the following areas:
- General recovery
- C-Section recovery
- Breast feeding care
- Breast feeding issues – let down and mastitis
- Pelvic floor issues
- Urinary incontinence – stress and/or urge
- Anxiety
- Depression
Acupuncture has been shown to be safe, with no major adverse events, in research for both
pregnancy and postpartum.