Patient's question:
How should postpartum women regulate their health? (Vaginal birth)Doctor's answer:
Sufficient sleep can effectively rest and restore the body. During childbirth, mothers need to pay timely attention to the baby's delivery situation, which can easily lead to fatigue, muscle relaxation, and dark circles under the eyes due to poor rest. In the days following childbirth, it is important not to overexert oneself and to allow for ample rest. Only with sufficient rest can light activities be performed indoors, and the perineum can also heal. If heavy labor is engaged in too early without adequate sleep and rest, uterine prolapse is more likely to occur. Therefore, new mothers must ensure sufficient sleep and rest.Traditionally, it was believed that during the postpartum period, mothers should not be exposed to wind and that the room should be kept completely sealed. In reality, this only hinders the circulation of fresh air. If mothers spend too much time in a stuffy room, their health may be affected. During the summer, this can also easily lead to heatstroke and skin problems.
Traditionally, it was also thought that mothers should avoid washing their hair, feet, and teeth during the postpartum period, which is also a one-sided view. A reasonable approach is that mothers need to change their underwear, bed sheets, etc., promptly. After urination or defecation, hand hygiene should be maintained to prevent issues related to breastfeeding. Mothers should also take care of the perineum, using alcohol cotton for disinfection. If there are wounds in the perineum, they should be treated promptly.