Surprised by the transition to an unknown body: quantitative and qualitative aspects of activity limitations and physical changes during the first year post-partum
Pain, urinary incontinence, and unfamiliar pelvic sensations, such as vaginal heaviness, can limit postpartum activities. Early limitations seem to arise from uncertainty about feelings of weakness and instability, whereas persistent limitations are usually due to pain or leakage. Early reassurance, information, and tailored guidance could support recovery, while persistent symptoms may require targeted treatment to address evolving needs.
Authors
- Gun Rembeck (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-0097-5150)
- Maria E. H. Larsson (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-1225-9736)
- Annelie Gutke (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-3484-9769)
- Sabine Vesting (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-6523-1833)
- Monika Fagevik Olsén (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-0207-4105)
Institutions
- Sahlgrenska University Hospital (SE)
- Region Västra Götaland (SE)
- Södra Älvsborg Hospital (SE)
- Gibraltar Health Authority (GI)
- University of Gothenburg (SE)
Publication Details
- Journal
- BMC Pregnancy and Childbirth
- Published
- 2025-10-02
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.1186/s12884-025-08224-5
- Primary Topic
- Pregnancy-related medical research
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00
Funders
- Västra Götalandsregionen
- Göteborgs Universitet