Ways to prevent wounds: In fact, most of the "conditions" for surgical assistance in childbirth are not immutable "inevitabilities"! For example: You can avoid the "extra" troubles brought by other problems associated with pregnancy (such as hypertension) through good "preparation" before pregnancy; control the level and speed of weight gain during pregnancy through optimal nutritional adjustments, treat certain pregnancy complications (such as gestational diabetes) in time, and achieve a relatively appropriate birth weight for your baby during delivery; You can also reduce the likelihood of needing various types of surgical assistance during labor through regular physical exercise, especially intentional "training" of the pelvic floor muscles, combined with proper and timely perineal massage, making delivery easier... These can greatly reduce your chances of needing various types of surgical assistance during labor, truly achieving "natural" childbirth!
From this perspective, the various "issues" that may accompany becoming a mother can mostly be satisfactorily resolved through adequate pre-pregnancy preparation, comprehensive prenatal management (including nutrition, exercise, etc.), and timely and appropriate postpartum adjustments...
Many women fear pregnancy and childbirth because they may leave "wounds" on their bodies. Whether it's a wound on the abdomen or the perineum, it brings not only unsightly scars but also inconveniences in daily life (including sexual intercourse difficulties after perineal episiotomy)... It may even leave new potential risks (for example, endometriosis of the abdominal wall is closely related to cesarean surgery).
In fact, cervical erosion is not something that only occurs due to childbirth. Artificial abortion or other surgical procedures, and even more "common" mechanical stimulation (such as rough sexual intercourse) can cause similar damage. Additionally, high levels of estrogen within the body can also lead to similar changes in the cervical epithelium, so some women without pregnancy experience may also develop severe cervical erosion.
Many women, upon seeing that most mothers become unkempt and undergo drastic changes in body shape that are almost "unbearable", take "weight gain" as a "marker" of becoming a mother, and are often reluctant to take on maternal responsibilities because they do not want their bodies to lose their "charm" so quickly...
Many mothers consider issues such as hemorrhoids, vaginal laxity, uterine or bladder prolapse, and urinary incontinence that occur after childbirth as "inevitable" results of childbearing, and reluctantly accept them, believing that being a mother means sacrificing one's "sexiness" as a woman. Is this really true?
Relevant data shows: The incidence rate of cervical erosion among adult women in our country is 26.1%! In the past, the incidence rate of cervical erosion was much higher among women who had given birth compared to those who hadn't, because the occurrence of cervical erosion is usually related to cervical damage or eversion caused by childbirth and puerperal infections, leading to lesions in the cervical epithelium when pathogens invade.
In fact, the "cause and effect" here is exactly the opposite of what you see! These so-called modern "lifestyle" diseases are actually the result of neglecting an unbalanced diet, lack of exercise, and unresolved stress... Pregnancy, like a "live drill" for your body, simply exposes these neglected "deficiencies" earlier.
Cesarean section goes without saying, but even normal vaginal delivery often requires an episiotomy due to reasons such as a large baby, poor elasticity of the perineum in pregnant women during labor, a narrow vaginal opening, or inflammation or swelling in the perineal area. Recent surveys have shown that in many developing countries, including China, over 70% of new mothers who delivered vaginally have undergone an episiotomy!
The fact is, changes in a postpartum woman's body (except for the breasts after breastfeeding, all other organs throughout the body) can often gradually "naturally" return to the physiological state and functional levels before pregnancy within about a year after delivery! However, women who have experienced pregnancy and childbirth often take on more new social "responsibilities" and shift their work "focus," often neglecting themselves.
Many people also believe that once a woman becomes pregnant and gives birth, she seems more prone to various health issues, especially older mothers over 35 years old who are more likely to suffer from systemic diseases such as hypertension and diabetes; On the other hand, doctors often warn these women who experienced the aforementioned conditions during pregnancy that even if their blood pressure stabilizes and blood sugar levels normalize shortly after delivery... Their chances of repeating similar "problems" in the future are much higher than those who did not experience pregnancy.
Are these "troubles" all caused by pregnancy?
Harm 2: "Sex appeal" no longer?
Secrets to retaining sex appeal: Indeed, many physiological changes brought about by pregnancy, such as the enlarged uterus compressing pelvic vessels causing more blood retention and increased growth of hemorrhoidal vessels, and the continuous effects of progesterone leading to relaxation of pelvic ligaments..., can lay the groundwork for the aforementioned "problems", but you can also reduce or even completely avoid the occurrence of these various problems through appropriate physical exercise, correctly mastering auxiliary breathing methods during childbirth, avoiding excessive straining too early during labor, and promptly undergoing suitable recovery training after childbirth.
Harm 3: Cervical Erosion?!
Therefore, please regard the various "complications" you encounter during pregnancy as important reminders to examine and adjust or correct the unhealthy aspects of your lifestyle! If you make sufficient and appropriate efforts, you may even be able to negate the health "predictions" made by obstetricians about you, or even your children, in the future...