If lochia smells bad, becomes bright red or heavier after you gone, let your doctor know. It may occur while you are still in the hospital or after you go home. This feeling is due to hormonal changes and will usually go away in a few days. Lack of rest or interrupted sleep may continue to make you feel tired, irritable, and depressed. Most often all that's needed is a little time for you and your family to get used to your new schedule, a chance for your body to heal, and some extra rest.
Some women continue to feel depressed at times for no special reason.
If extra rest and being with friends doesn't help, and if you feel worse each day, talk with your doctor. He can refer you to someone for special help. Fatigue You will need a great deal of rest and sleep when you come home after the birth of your baby. The baby's father, relatives, and friends can give you some assistance with household chores. Your other children can also help relieve you of some of your responsibilities.