It’s been three months since I gave birth and I should slowly consider joining a kegel exercises class. I should’ve started earlier but I was busy adjusting to being a new mom, taking care of my baby, and receiving friends and relatives who want to come and see the new addition to our family. Joining classes and other things that spell commitment was something I had to put off.
But though I didn’t go to a kegel class right away, I did and am still doing some kegel exercises at home because I am afraid of the possible negative consequences of not doing it. I had a very difficult delivery and I delivered a very big baby so I really should pay attention to my muscles down there.
Some women suffer from a medical condition called pelvic organ prolapse after giving birth. This is a condition where the womb or other organs in the pelvic area drops into or pushes against the wall of the vagina. Some cases are really serious that those who have it have to get a vaginal mesh implant. And some who get vaginal mesh implants experience the negative side effects of it such as urinary problems, pain during intercourse, perforations within the bladder, organ injuries, and infections. It can get really complicated that some even file a vaginal mesh lawsuit against their doctors.
I am afraid of such condition so if there is a way for me to strengthen my muscle control down there, I’ll do it. I mean, I am all okay now but I’ll probably get another baby. Who knows!? What’s important now is that I’ll try to prepare my muscles there not only for the next possible child birth but for my health in general.
