Why It Happens

Postpartum bloating is common due to hormonal changes, weakened core muscles, c-section recovery (if applicable), and gut flora shifts from pregnancy and delivery stress.

Estrogen and Progesterone Drops: Hormonal crash affects gut movement.

Weakened Pelvic Floor and Core: Slows abdominal organ support.

Cesarean or Birth Trauma: Surgical or muscular healing slows digestion.

Gut Microbial Shifts: Pregnancy and breastfeeding alter microbiome resilience.

Sleep Deprivation and Stress: Further impair digestion and recovery.

How to Manage

Prioritize Gentle Core Recovery: Pelvic floor work supports gut organs.

Eat Easy-to-Digest Foods: Reduce gut burden while healing.

Hydrate Generously: Supports milk production and digestion.

Rebuild Gut Flora: Fermented foods and prebiotics help restoration.

Rest Guilt-Free: Recovery — including gut repair — thrives in low-stress states.

Postpartum gut healing is gradual — every nurturing step moves you closer to full vitality.

Key Biomarkers

• Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate (ESR)

• High-Sensitivity C-Reactive Protein (hsCRP)

Expert-Backed Reads

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References

• Mayo Clinic – Gas and gas pains

• Cleveland Clinic – Bloated Stomach

• Healthline – Bloating