Parents who have experienced C-sections and epidurals during birth are discussing a little-known side effect of such medical procedures: the shakes.

In a video on Instagram, obstetrician Dr Brooke Vandermolen explained why these shakes, or ‘postpartum chills’ – which can make it hard to hold your baby – might occur.

“These shakes, also called shivering or tremors, are pretty common after having a C-section,” said Dr Vandermolen.

One study of 212 women who had a C-section found 42% ended up experiencing the shivering phenomenon. The issue can also occur after an epidural or spinal anaesthetic.

Why does this happen?

Well, there are three main reasons, she suggested.

Firstly,........

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