• If you’ve had a caesarean section, prevent wound infection by not scratching the wound area and keep it dry after showering.
• Please do not remove any stitches or clips.
• If you see visible bleeding or oozing under the dressing, if the wound feels warm or you feel feverish, please contact your doctor.
• Take salt sitz baths if you have had an episiotomy, until the stitches have dissolved.

• Follow your doctor’s orders regarding medication and/or wearing elastic stockings to prevent blood clots from forming.
• Make sure that you get out of bed regularly or move your legs and feet in the bed.
• If you have excessive pain, are short of breath, or you notice swelling in one or both legs, please contact your doctor immediately.

Unless otherwise directed by your doctor, the following timelines will apply for follow up appointments:

• Two weeks after birth – Visit a mother and baby wellness clinic with your baby.
• Six weeks after birth – Visit your gynaecologist/obstetrician.
• Six weeks after birth – Take your baby to your paediatrician.

Request an appointment

• Your baby should have at least six wet nappies in 24 hours.
• Your baby should drink at least six times in 24 hours.
• Your baby will sleep most of the time for the first six weeks. Try and get as much rest as during these times.

If you feel worried about your or your baby's condition at any time, please do not hesitate to contact your doctor or go to your nearest emergency department for assistance.