Read this tip to make your life smarter, better, faster and wiser. LifeTips is the place to go when you need to know about Health and Nutrition- Children and other Mom topics.
A 'boggy' uterus is not a good thing. Some physicians will prescribe drugs immediately post partum to speed up the contractions. Post delivery nurses and doctors will check the size of the uterus and its initial retraction progress. This is done by firm pressure around the level of your belly button. Be prepared for a 'gush' as any blood and fluid will be expelled when checking.