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Postpartum fatigue

Extreme tiredness after birth that can be affected by blood loss, pain, infection, anemia, sleep loss, and recovery demands.

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Fatigue during pushing stage

Fatigue during pushing stage

Why fatigue happens in the second stage Fatigue during the pushing stage is not a sign of weakness. The second stage of labor is metabolically demanding: the uterus continues repeated high-intensity contractions, the pelvic floor stretches, the fetus rotates and descends, and the birthing person may be asked to coordinate abdominal pressure, breathing, positioning, and […]