Sleep Better After a C-Section: 4 Positions to Ease Pain and Promote Rest

Postpartum C-Section Recovery: Four Sleeping Positions for Pain Relief and Restful Sleep Sleep deprivation is a common challenge faced by new mothers, especially those recovering from a cesarean section. The pain and discomfort from the incision can make finding a comfortable sleeping position difficult, leading to exhaustion and hindering the healing process. A recent video by Malaysian parenting media outlet, Pa&Ma, offers a simple yet effective solution: four recommended sleeping positions to alleviate pain and promote better rest. "Lepas bersalin czer, nak tidur pun boleh jadi mimpi ngeri," shares one mother in an online forum, highlighting the challenges of post-C-section sleep. (Translation: "After a C-section, even sleeping can become a nightmare.") Pa&Ma's video provides a visual guide to these positions, demonstrating how to adjust body posture to minimize pressure on the incision site. The video emphasizes the importance of experimenting to find the most comfortable position for individual needs, reminding mothers that "badan kita tengah healing" (our bodies are healing). The video's focus on practical advice and its widespread appeal to postpartum mothers make it a valuable resource for promoting better maternal health and well-being after childbirth. The full article on the Pa&Ma website offers further details and expert advice.