Helping my uterus contract after birth?

[mimid]

I wasn't sure if I should post this in the multiples thread or here, but I chose here because I'm sure some moms of singletons will have advice. You gals are a great resource! Anyways...

At my last OB appointment (and I mentioned it to my peri who agreed) I was told that I should start getting extra iron in (I'm very close to being anemic--always have been) because with triplets my uterus is so stretched out that it sometimes has a problem contracting efficiently after birth. So I could have pp bleeding that is lighter but longer than the 6-8 weeks they say is normal.

So I was wondering if there is anything I should do after birth to help with the contracting. Any teas or herbs or supplements I should be taking?

Thanks!

[Guest*]

Well, nursing ASAP after labor is probably the best way to make it contract.

You could also start drinking red raspberry leaf tea now. I'd try for 2-3 cups per day.

I think eating your placenta also does the trick. Not my first choice, but I'd consider it if I was hemhoraging!

[kerikadi]

I agree with Jana but I would drink more and add Nettles to it to improve your placenta circulation.
Also, breastfeed as soon as possible - obviously with triplets you don't know how quick this could happen. If you are separated plan on doing nipple stimulation. I am sure they will give you pitocin after the birth.

Good luck!
Keri

[LeosMama]

Red raspberry leaf tea nourishes and strengthens your uterus. Steep it for hours, rather than minutes, to get the most nutrition out of it. Make a big pitcher of it every few days and let it sit overnight steeping in the fridge. Drink it cold, or microwave it. Add some honey for sweetness.

I would suggest red raspberry leaf tea every day, even after the babies are born.

[mimid]

Now I know what I'm adding to my grocery list. Thanks mamas! I knew I would get a good answer here!!