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Postnatal Exercises

Postnatal exercises are light body activities advised to a woman during the postnatal period, which gradually help the body to recover and to return to the prepregnant state.

OBJECTIVES
  1. Helps the reproductive organs to return to the pre-pregnant state.
  2. Improves circulation during the postnatal period.
  3. Prevents the risk of deep venous thrombosis.
  4. Strengthens the pelvic floor muscles.
  5. Helps to regain length and strength of the abdominal muscles.
exercises after a normal delivery

Circulatory Exercises

Purposes

  1. It promotes circulation during the postnatal period.
  2. It prevents circulatory complications such as venous thrombosis.
  3. It improves venous return.
  4. It helps to maintain normal respiration.

Preparation and ...

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