Postpartum Recovery Ft. Dr. Surabhi Siddhartha | Stitches, C-Section vs Normal Recovery | Ep. 63

Join Our Pregnancy Course - https://courses.9andbeyond.com/ Download the "9 & Beyond" App - Android - https://play.google.com/store/apps/de... iOS - https://apps.apple.com/in/app/9-beyon... Becoming a mother is beautiful, but the postpartum phase can feel overwhelming, painful, and confusing. In this podcast episode, Dr. Surabhi Siddhartha (Senior Obstetrician & Gynecologist, Navi Mumbai) joins us to break down everything new mothers need to know about recovery after delivery. We cover postpartum stitches, C-section vs normal delivery healing, lochia (post-delivery bleeding), myths around epidural and bed rest, nutrition, exercise, emotional health, and the role of family support. Whether you are an expecting mother, a new mom, or someone supporting one — this conversation will give you practical wisdom and reassurance for the postpartum journey. Chapters - 00:00 Intro — Welcome & Podcast Opening 01:16 Guest Introduction — Dr. Surabhi Siddhartha (Obstetrician & Gynecologist) 02:01 Today’s Topic — Postpartum Phase Explained 03:47 Why the Postpartum Phase Feels Overwhelming 04:23 What is the Postpartum Period? Duration & Recovery 06:05 Recovery Differences: Normal Delivery vs C-Section 07:13 Stitches in Normal Delivery (Episiotomy) & Healing 09:50 Why Extra Care & Support is Important 11:16 Caring for Stitches — Hygiene & Infection Prevention 13:35 Cesarean Stitches — Dressing, Healing & Care 15:35 Nail & Hygiene Precautions for New Mothers 15:42 Common Issue: Back Pain & Pelvic Pain Post-Delivery 17:57 Myths Around Epidural & Back Pain 19:05 When to Start Postpartum Exercises 21:20 Safe Exercise Timeline: Normal vs C-Section Delivery 21:47 Understanding Lochia (Post-Delivery Discharge) 23:38 When Lochia Becomes a Medical Concern 24:02 Importance of Medicines & Nutritional Supplements 25:18 Addressing Postpartum Myths (40 Days Bed Rest, etc.) 26:20 Why Rest (Not Strict Bed Rest) is Essential 28:22 Parenthood as a Journey of Strength 29:44 Diastasis Recti (Abdominal Muscle Separation) 31:36 Tackling Diastasis Recti with Exercises 33:20 Cultural Beliefs & Myths Around Food & Postpartum Care 35:40 Practical & Logical Dietary Tips 37:38 Modern Balanced Approach — Mixing Tradition with Science 38:46 Importance of Support System for Mother & Child 41:05 Breastfeeding Struggles — Latching, Milk Supply & Support 45:22 Emotional & Mental Health After Delivery 49:30 Baby Blues vs Postpartum Depression 54:05 Partner’s Role in Postpartum Recovery 58:20 Sexual Health & Intimacy After Delivery 1:03:45 Returning to Work & Managing Motherhood 1:08:12 Common Nutritional Deficiencies & Supplements 1:12:30 Long-Term Health After Pregnancy (Bone, Hair, Skin) 1:17:15 Q&A — Audience/Common Motherhood Questions 1:23:00 Final Advice from Dr. Surabhi Siddhartha 1:25:30 Closing — Takeaways & Podcast Wrap-Up Follow our Instagram Page -   / 9andbeyondofficial   Watch more from our channel -    • Infertility Causes, Treatment and IVF Ft. ...      • Breastfeeding and Lactation for new mother...      • Yoga for Pregnancy stress, Prenatal Yoga I...      • How to increase sperm count ? | 9 and Beyo...