
Check-up
Check-up
A general physical and gynaecological examination is advised 4–6 weeks after delivery to assess your recovery and the return of your body to its non-pregnant state.
NB: Seek advice on contraception.

Postnatal exercise progressions
Check your basic progressive exercise programme with your caregiver.
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Baby Thrush
Thrush is a fungal infection and can be found in your baby’s mouth, nappy area or under the chin. The fungus lives on the skin and usually causes no harm, but when conditions are favourable,&n
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Baby’s temperature
The normal temperature of a healthy infant varies between 36–37°C. A slight rise in temperature may be due to a cold or a mild digestive upset.
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Stools
A baby’s bowels usually work within the first 24 hours after birth. The first stool, meconium, is blackish-green and sticky, with no smell.
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Getting baby to Sleep & fighting fatigue
Getting enough sleep during the first months of your baby’s life means adjusting to your own new sleep habits and those of your baby.
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Hospital stay and going home
The average stay in hospital is about three days, if there are no complications.
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Your body
After the birth your body undergoes rapid physical and hormonal changes.
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Baby bottle feeding equipment
you have decided to bottle feed your baby
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Rashes
A young baby’s skin passes through many phases, from clear to spotty (rash), to peach-like. This may be due to the transition from a protected environment in the womb to the outside world.
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Common concerns in the first days
Physiological jaundice
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Breastfeeding Videos
A Breastfeeding experience which is enjoyable and beneficial to both mom and b
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Bathing
Use your hospital stay to learn how to bath your baby. Babies usually have their first bath about an hour after birth.
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Immunisation
The aim of immunisation is to prevent disease. It protects the community as well as individuals.
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Crying
A new baby cries a great deal of the time. It is her only way of communicating. It is difficult at first to know why she cries, but your ability to interpret her cries will improve with time.
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Emotional adjustments
Your feelings about the birth
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Schedule and routines
Routines are difficult to establish with a new baby. You may feel as if your life revolves around the insatiable needs of your baby.
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Clinics and postnatal support
Clinics and primary health services are freely available in most countries in Southern Africa. Locate your closest clinic and the telephone number from your local authority or hospital.
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