Hi there. I am just a student too, from NZ, and we are studying maternity health right now. We were told to palpate the fundus in all postnatal assessments
I am a nursing student to, however I am in New Zealand. We learnt in clinical, that it is a good idea not to wear gloves when doing this - applying lotions, batheing etc. - for that exact reason. It is more personal, and using therapeutic touch. I say good on you - I would've done the same thing