At what time might a mother expect to experience an increase in "afterpains"?
a. During and after breastfeeding the baby
b. Following eating the first full regular meal
c. Immediately after the nurse empties the Foley catheter bag
d. While sleeping in a completely supine posi-tion
A
Due to the increased release of oxytocin during breastfeeding, uterine contractions tend to be greater during and after breastfeeding. Eating, emptying the Foley catheter bag, and sleeping in a completely supine position will not impact on afterpains.
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