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Body pains

I gave birth to my little boy 12 days ago and for the last two three days at least my arms, neck, back and legs have been achey and hurting! I’m taking paracetamol and ibuprofen but doesn’t seem to be getting better! Did anyone else suffer with this after birth or should I go speak with a doctor?

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I had my son 9 days ago and my whole body has been hurting and my finger i think when i had contractions or was pushing i had it bent funny it still hurts 🫠 a couple of days ago i was like yep i feel great i’ll stop taking paracetamol and ibuprofen as much it wasnt my best idea😅

I gave birth 4 days ago and I am breastfeeding. My whole body aches, muscle pain etc. With my first was the same. Its a lot we do during birth and then after . But always check with a doctor if you feel concerned about something specific

2weeks pp.. and i get body ache everytime i delay taking paracentamol or ibuprofen

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