In the app
What this chapter looks like
- Recovery, feeding, sleep, and mood
- A checklist for the first months
- Notes you can take to a visit
What to know
- Rest, hydration, and movement that builds back slowly
- Food and feeding support, including if you are breastfeeding
- Mood changes are common. A low mood that stays needs attention
When to talk to a clinician
Contact your care team for fever, worsening pain, heavy bleeding, or feeding difficulties. Seek urgent care for a severe headache, shortness of breath, or thoughts of self-harm. A partner can help watch for these signs.