my real and raw postpartum recovery story (recovering from birth during a pandemic *is not the one*)

My real and raw postpartum recovery story. I had a positive pregnancy and labour/birth experience but afterwards was a whole other kettle of fish... haemorrhage, second and third degree tears, pelvic floor issues, exhaustion, emotions, anxiety and lots more!

Feel very vulnerable sharing all this but we're in lockdown and I really want to connect with others who've gone through this stuff! It was a pretty traumatic couple of weeks post-birth and I think it's so important that we share these things so others can mentally prepare beforehand for all possible outcomes. I really didn't anticipate how unwell I'd feel, mentally and physically, and of course the covid restrictions were a part of that but still! DAMN.

All worth it though! SO in love with my son!

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