thread: Stomach pains after birth

  1. #1
    Registered User

    Jan 2006
    The Hawkesbury
    4,505

    Stomach pains after birth

    Hey there,

    I have been getting stomach pains over the past week or so, that come and go a couple of times each day. Its basically around most of my stomach and is like a really bad tightening pain, perhaps similar to period pain but more centered in my stomach. DH suggested its possibly just my stomach moving back into place but sometimes the pain is so sharp im doubling over.
    Has anyone experienced this and could it be something more than just my stomach re-adjusting?

  2. #2
    Registered User

    Aug 2004
    NZ
    2,554

    I'd suggest giving your dr a call. Sounds a bit wierd.
    Your stomach muscles will be bringing themselves back together at this time (they split from sternum to pelvis during pregnancy) but still its a bit wierd that this should be hurting.
    Give your GP a call and book in for an appt. I hope everything is OK.

  3. #3
    BellyBelly Member

    Dec 2005
    3,130

    i was thinking afterpains maybe? but i dont think they should be that severe at 2 weeks post natal. i agree, go see your doctor just to be on the safe side.