How long does water retention last after pregnancy?

Question

Delivered my baby 3 weeks back and my feet and hands are still so puffy yaar. I thought it will go down by now. How long did it take for u all to feel normal again?

Manjusha Tiwari · Answer

My doctor told me that hormonal shifts and IV fluids from delivery cause this swelling. It typically peaks in the first few days and goes away in 1-2 weeks through sweating and frequent peeing.

Mahalakshmi Sen · Answer

I am still trying to conceive, but my sister told me her swelling went away within 10 days of her delivery. Hope you feel better soon!

Nirmala Mandal · Answer

I panicked so much when my feet looked like balloons even after giving birth! But my doctor said it's totally normal and it completely disappeared in about 10 days.

Yami Waghmare · Answer

Same here, my swelling lasted for about a week after delivery. Drinking lots of water actually helps flush it out faster.

Komal Sundaram · Answer

Hey, don't stress too much about the swelling yaar. Your body just did a major marathon, give it 10-15 days and it will naturally go down.

Hasini Wadhwa · Answer

Uff, I am in my 3rd trimester and my feet already look like potatoes! Hearing that it lasts even after delivery is making me cry and laugh at the same time, haha.

Anjali Palaniswamy · Answer

After such a long and delicate journey, postpartum swelling can feel heavy. It usually starts reducing in 1 to 2 weeks, so please be gentle with your healing body.

Asmita Venkatesh · Answer

It usually goes away in a week or two! 💦 Just keep your feet elevated whenever you can and drink lots of water! 👣

Jhanvi Pathak · Answer

It's standard postpartum edema and usually clears up within 10-14 days. However, if you have swelling only in one leg or high BP, please consult your doctor immediately.

Antara Shroff · Answer

Haha, I thought I would fit into my old shoes right after delivery, but my feet had other plans! Don't worry, the Shrek feet phase only lasts for a week or two.