Postpartum cramps are called afterpains and they’re completely normal…. Afterpains are typically strongest for the few days after childbirth and can last for us to a week. Postpartum cramping serves a significant purpose, they’re simply a physical sign that your uterus is shrinking back to its pre-pregnancy shape and size. As uncomfortable as it is, your uterus firming back up is a good thing because it helps minimize your bleeding.

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