Gynae appointment after giving birth

Hello mummies, Is it compulsory to go back to your gynae after giving birth? I went back a week after then my gynae ask me to go back in another month. Was wondering is that necessary? She mentioned something about Pap smear though.

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Wouldn't say its compulsory but rather its advisable to go back for another visit! Gynae will check on a few things: breastfeeding (if you have any issues), check on delivery wounds if any, emotional wellbeing (in case of post natal depression), do a Pap Smear (to detect any abnormal cell changes in the cervix after delivery - thereafter we are advised to do annual pap smear), to discuss contraception and birth control etc Mine is private so I had a pretty detailed session with my gynae which was great for me!

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