In 10 years in labor and delivery, I'd say I've seen shaking post delivery
at least 75% of the time, regardless of whether it's vaginal or c/section!
My best guess is that it is a physiological result of what the mother's body
has just endured.  I think it can be worse if the mother: 1) Had an epidural
and how long she had it and how complete was it,  2) Pushed for a long time
or had a really intense labor; or  3) Had a c/section and was exposed (as in
minimal clothing) in a cold OR getting lots of cold fluids through the IV.
I was always surprised at this reaction because it seemed so universal
regardless of mode of delivery.  Of course, these were all hospital
deliveries, so who knows if IV fluids played a role, but I really doubt it.
It makes sense to me that after such an intense experience (and it's intense
whether it's vaginal or c/s), the body would react this way.

Marsha, who is wondering how lactnuts in the Pacific Northwest are faring.
Hope all are well.  I'm sending my warmest thoughts and prayers.
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Marsha Glass RN, BSN, IBCLC
Mothers have as powerful an influence over the welfare of future generations
as all other earthly causes combined.
                                John S. C. Abbot
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