DO NOT resume sexual activity until cleared by your physician. DO NOT put anything into the vagina.
Watch for bleeding, some bleeding is expected, it should be decreasing in amount. If any increase in bleeding occurs, if you notice a foul smelling discharge, or if it becomes bright red in color contact your physician.
Use sanitary pads, DO NOT USE TAMPONS.
Episiotomy – If you have stitches and they hurt, take a warm sitz bath, apply cold packs, you may shower.