Post Natal Checkups

Postnatal care focuses on the mother’s recovery and the baby’s well-being after delivery. This phase is crucial for detecting complications and supporting emotional and physical healing.

What are Postnatal Checkups?

Postnatal check-ups monitor the health of both mother and newborn, ensuring recovery from childbirth and early detection of postpartum issues.

What does it cover?

It includes wound care, breastfeeding support, mental health screening, and contraception counselling. The visits also assess the baby’s growth and development.

Diagnosis and Treatment:

Doctors may identify postpartum depression, infections, or anemia and provide timely treatment, guidance, and reassurance.

When to see a doctor:

New mothers should attend their first postnatal visit within 2–6 weeks after delivery or earlier if symptoms like excessive bleeding, fever, or mood changes occur.