Birth asks an enormous amount of your body, and the days afterward bring their own aches, bruising and tenderness as you begin to heal.
Here are the gentle natural picks new mums reach for to support post-birth recovery, always alongside your midwife’s guidance.
Why the body needs recovery after birth
After birth your body is healing from a huge physical effort, with bruising and soreness along the way.
- A big physical effort, muscles and tissues worked hard through labour.
- Bruising and soreness, tenderness as the body recovers.
- A depleted system, low reserves after birth and with a newborn.
The short version: birth is a huge physical effort, and gentle support helps the body recover and fade bruising.
Your natural toolkit — and which to reach for
Here are the gentle natural picks new mums reach for. Always check with your midwife or GP, especially while breastfeeding.
Arnica Salbe Heel — reach for this if you want a classic arnica salve for bruising.
Traumeel Gel — reach for this if you want cooling, targeted comfort.
Hamamelis Salbe — reach for this if tender, bruised areas need soothing.
Simple things that genuinely help
- Always check with your midwife or GP, especially if breastfeeding.
- Rest as much as a newborn allows.
- Eat nourishing meals and stay hydrated.
- Accept help and be patient with your recovery.
The bottom line
Your body has done something extraordinary, so be gentle with it. With midwife-approved support and rest, recovery can feel more comfortable — and United Remedies is here to help.
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