2nd degree tear

Dear mummies, few days ago I gave birth and had a second degree tear. Please share your recovery period and what to look out for. I would like to know if there’s things I should take note about and how to do things better.

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Being a new mother, it's difficult to find time for self-care. However, please don't forget to change your pad or pee every few hours! Don't want to risk another infection when your stitches are still healing. Other than that, the stitches heal differently for different people. First week will be uncomfortable and will hurt too when you sit. Find a comfortable lying position to be in when you can't sit or too tired to stand. By the second week, your body would already be feeling better! Tahan a bit more! 💪

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