Which of the following is accurate with regard to afterbirth pains?
A) They are caused by mild, continuous contractions for the duration of the postpartum period.
B) They are more common in first-time mothers.
C) They are more noticeable in births in which the uterus was overdistended.
D) They are alleviated somewhat when the mother breastfeeds.

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A large baby or multiple babies overdistend the uterus.The cramping that causes afterbirth pains arises from periodic,vigorous contractions and relaxations,which persist through the first part of the postpartum period.Afterbirth pains are more common in multiparous women because first-time mothers have better uterine tone.Breastfeeding intensifies afterbirth pain because it stimulates contractions.

Which of the Following Is Accurate with Regard to Afterbirth