weeks of giving birth), most women will
be able to shed the rest of the excess fat
and weight.
If all else fails, there are lots of noninvasive aesthetic treatments which can
be taken into consideration.
Stretch Marks, Pigmentation
and Hair Loss
Stretch marks are notoriously
difficult to get rid of completely,
but some aesthetic treatments
can improve their appearance. The
marks will tend to eventually change
from red to white over time. It is better
to try and prevent stretch marks from
occurring with the use of stretch mark
creams during pregnancy instead.
Likewise, the line down the middle of
the abdomen (linea nigra) will also fade
over time.
Hair loss is a common problem that
affects many women after delivery, and
this is the result of declining hormone
levels. Usually peaking three to four
months after delivery, hair loss tends
to be temporary for most women and
the application of medicated serums
and shampoos can help treat this and
restore hair growth. Hair growth usually
returns to normal in six to 12 months.
Sex Life and Mood Changes
Although many women
are able to resume sexual
activity after 6 weeks of
giving birth, there is
no set time frame to
predict when you will start feeling ‘in
the mood’ again. A new mother’s libido
tends to suffer due to sleepless nights,
exhausting days, dirty diapers and a
baby with endless needs. There is also a
general fear of intercourse being painful
or resulting in internal damage.
Most women
fear that they
will not be
able to lose
the weight
they have
put on during
pregnancy.
The good news
is that you
should lose
about 5 kg
immediately.
Post natal blues affect up to 50% of women
and comprises low moods, anxiety,
restlessness, tearfulness and fatigue. They
tend to be resolved after one to two weeks
from delivery. Take light exercise, find time
to rest, and get help with caring for your
baby. If these symptoms have not improved
after 2 weeks, you should be assessed for
postnatal depression.
Dr Christopher Ng
Obstetrician, Gynaecologist
MBBS (London, UK), FRANZCOG (Aust-NZ)
MMed (O&G) (S’pore), FAMS (O&G) (S’pore)
GynaeMD Women’s & Rejuvenation Clinic
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