During the childbirth, there is a drop in the progesterone levels after the expulsion of the placenta. But the estrogen levels remain high at the time, causing an imbalance in the hormones and resulting in estrogen dominance. This affects the adrenal glands and results in adrenal fatigue. Postpartum adrenal fatigue is associated with symptoms such as body aches, sleep disturbances, nervousness and digestion issues (9).