There are a number of issues that can arise after giving birth. If you are uncertain about a symptom please reach out to your health care provider but here are a few key issues that you should see your doctor:
- Heavy vaginal bleeding that soaks more than one pad per hour or vaginal bleeding that increases each day instead of decreasing.
- Passing large clots (bigger than a quarter).
- Chills and/or a fever of more than 38°C /100.4°F.
- Fainting or dizziness.
- Changes to your vision or a severe persistent headache.
- Painful urination or difficulty urinating.
- Vaginal discharge with a strong/fishy odour.
- Heart palpitations, chest pain or difficulty breathing.
- Vomiting.
- Incision from C-section or episiotomy is red, weepy (with pus), or swollen.
- Abdominal (lower belly) pain that is getting worse or new abdominal pain.
- Pain in your legs with swelling & or redness.
- Painful breasts that are red, hot to touch and with fever.
