Postnatal period is the period beginning immediately after the birth of a child and extending for about six weeks

It is the time after birth, a time in which the mother's body, including hormone levels and uterus size, returns to a non-pregnant state.

Routine postnatal care of
women and their babies

• A woman giving birth in a hospital may leave the hospital as soon as she is medically stable and chooses to leave, which can be as early as a few hours postnatal, though the average for a Natural Birth is 1-2 days, and the average

• Cesarean postnatal stay is 3-4 days.

• During this time Mother is monitored for bleeding, bowel and bladder function, and baby care.The infant's health is also monitored.

• We offer information to promote mother and baby's health and well-being. We help recognize and respond to problems.

• At the first postnatal contact, we advise about the signs and symptoms after child birth

• We encourage and guide for breast feeding.

• At each postnatal contact, we offer parents, information and advice about:

1. Assess their baby's general condition.
2. Identify signs and symptoms of common health problems seen in babies.
3. Contact a health care professional or emergency service if required.

Postnatal mental health

The birth of a child can be a joyous and exciting time, but following childbirth, some women may experience postpartum disorders that can adversely affect a woman's mental health.
Mothers commonly experience what is called "the baby blues," mood swings that are the result of high hormonal fluctuations that occur during and immediately after childbirth.

• Their causes may be:

1. Hormonal changes
2. Situational risks
3. Life stresses

• We helps to recognize mental health problems during pregnancy and in the first year after giving birth

• We cares and gives treatment of mental health problems when planning a pregnancy, during pregnancy and in the first year after giving birth