We all know that pregnancy causes some nasty effects on the body. We are all familiar with the stretch marks, weird outtie belly buttons, engorged (and eventually saggy) boobs, swollen feet and of course there's the matter of getting fat. What you may not know is having a baby can cause some far more revolting and permanent side effects.
Check out this delightful tale from the Nursing Times. And I quote...
"The physiological changes occurring during pregnancy and the processes of childbirth have a detrimental effect on the structure and function of the muscles, nerves and fascial tissues (connective tissue) that make up the pelvic floor complex.
Dysfunction of the pelvic floor complex can result in a wide range of symptoms including urinary or anal incontinence."
So basically have a kid and you could spend the rest of your life changing your own diapers. Sexy! I imagine that makes most husbands want to make more babies as soon as possible.
Also on the menu:
- rectal/anal prolapse
- Pelvic organ prolapse (Hi there, Ms Cervix)
- Chronic pelvic pain
- Pelvic pain syndrome
- Dyspareunia (painful sexual intercourse)
- Orgasmic dysfunction
Many of you mamas out there may feel your bundle of joy is worth the risk of a busted vag. To each her own. Personally, I'm attached to my perfectly functioning bits and can't imagine trading them in for screaming bundle of expense and responsibility.
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