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For generations, Indian mothers have been told one thing after childbirth: “Just rest.” While rest is certainly important, it is only one part of recovery. In reality, a woman’s body goes through an enormous transformation during pregnancy and childbirth, affecting the muscles, joints, ligaments, posture, hormones, and even emotional wellbeing.
Many new mothers silently live with back pain, pelvic issues, fatigue, mood swings, or even longterm complications, because their recovery plan often stops at rest, traditional diets, and basic home care.
At Shiv Yog Physiotherapy, Jamshedpur, we see this every day. Mothers come to us months, sometimes years, after delivery, struggling with problems that could have been prevented or treated much earlier. The truth is: Indian mothers need more than just rest, they need structured, holistic postnatal care.
Let’s understand why.
After childbirth, the body doesn’t immediately return to its prepregnancy state. Instead, it goes through a healing journey that involves:
Hormonal adjustments (estrogen, progesterone, and relaxin levels change)
Pelvic floor healing (muscles that support the bladder, uterus, and bowels may weaken)
Core recovery (abdominal muscles stretch, sometimes separate, called diastasis recti)
Musculoskeletal changes (back pain, hip pain, poor posture due to breastfeeding or carrying the baby)
Emotional wellbeing (stress, anxiety, or postpartum depression in some cases)
This means recovery is not just physical rest, it requires movement, strengthening, support, and guidance.
1. Persistent Back and Neck Pain
Carrying the baby, breastfeeding postures, and hormonal changes can cause chronic back or neck pain. Rest alone doesn’t correct posture or strengthen weak muscles.
2. Weakened Pelvic Floor
Without proper exercises, mothers may suffer from urinary leakage, heaviness, or discomfort, issues that can last for years if ignored.
3. Diastasis Recti (Abdominal Separation)
This condition is common after pregnancy. Resting doesn’t help the abdominal muscles close naturally, only guided exercises can.
4. Loss of Energy & Stamina
A sedentary recovery makes mothers feel more fatigued. Gentle movement and strengthening actually improve energy levels.
5. Emotional Health
While rest supports physical recovery, emotional recovery needs support, community, and sometimes professional care.
Indian households often focus on:
These practices certainly offer benefits, such as improved nutrition and muscle relaxation. But, when followed alone without structured movement, they can also delay rehabilitation. For example:
This is where physiotherapy bridges the gap, combining traditional wisdom with modern science.
Physiotherapy helps mothers recover safely, gently, and effectively through:
Guidance on breastfeeding and babycarrying positions that protect the spine.
Safe exercises for abdominal muscles to heal diastasis recti and rebuild strength.
Specialized pelvic exercises that restore bladder control and prevent prolapse.
Manual therapy, gentle mobilization, and dry needling (if needed) for persistent back, hip, or neck pain.
Gradual reintroduction of strength and mobility so mothers can return to daily activities without discomfort.
Movement therapy and support improve mental health, reduce anxiety, and boost confidence.
In India, mothers are often told to ‘just rest’ after delivery. While rest is necessary, it’s not the complete solution. Postpregnancy recovery requires structured physiotherapy, pelvic floor care, and core rehabilitation. I’ve seen many mothers come with chronic back pain, leakage issues, or poor posture months after childbirth, all of which could have been prevented with early intervention. My advice to all new mothers is: don’t ignore your body’s signals. Seek professional guidance early and give yourself the care you truly deserve.
Motherhood is a beautiful journey, but it shouldn’t come at the cost of lifelong pain or discomfort. Indian mothers deserve more than just “rest”, they deserve care, guidance, and empowerment to recover fully, both physically and emotionally.
At Shiv Yog Physiotherapy, Jamshedpur, we are committed to helping new mothers rebuild their strength, restore confidence, and return to their active lives with comfort and ease.
Remember: Healing after childbirth is not a luxury, it’s a necessity. And with the right approach, every mother can feel strong, healthy, and painfree again.
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