The golden period of postpartum recovery and precautions
2022-04-17
There are many mothers around who are delicate little girls before they have children: well-dressed, careful skin care, and delicate makeup every day. But once the baby is born, the temperament of the whole person changes. Not only has the clothes become more casual, but the body shape has also undergone huge changes: the lower abdomen is protruding, the crotch is wider, the chest is sagging... From a delicate little girl to a sloppy yellow-faced woman, there is only one step away; and it is necessary to decide Whether you are a hot mom or a yellow-faced woman, there is only a gap in postpartum recovery. Seize the golden age, you are still a slender and fashionable hot mom; if you miss it, you may go further and further on the road of losing shape.
Mothers, for your health and body, be sure to remember these golden postpartum recovery periods!
Postpartum recovery Golden period 1: Lochia removal - 2-6 weeks postpartum
Postpartum lochia is a stage that every postpartum mother must go through. However, the timing of lochia discharge varies from person to person, but in general, it is normal within 42 days after delivery. However, mothers with good physique will have a clean discharge within 2 weeks after giving birth, while mothers with a slightly poorer physique will have delayed discharge, and some may even experience irregular uterine bleeding. Be careful at this time and remember to go to the hospital for a review.
To quickly discharge lochia, new mothers need to pay attention to the following points:
First of all, keep the vulva clean and change underwear and sanitary napkins for pregnant women regularly. For mothers who are too lazy to wash their panties, they can use disposable panties, which are convenient and quick. Rinse the vulva with water after each toilet to reduce the chance of vulvar infection. Many mothers give birth to side cuts or perineal tears. Mothers should maintain correct sitting and sleeping positions, preferably in the opposite direction from the perineal wound.
For example, if the torn wound is on the left side, it is best for the mother to sit and sleep on the right side, so that the wound will not be pressed, which is conducive to blood circulation, makes the wound heal faster, and helps to discharge lochia as soon as possible.
Postpartum recovery Golden period 2: Uterine recovery - within 6 weeks postpartum
Regarding postpartum recovery of the uterus, most people believe that only part of the uterus has recovered. The uterus consists of three parts: the uterus, the cervix, and the endometrium.
The uterus is the fastest postpartum recovery. After about two weeks, the uterus will retract into the pelvic cavity.
The recovery time for the cervix and endometrium is much slower. For mothers who have just given birth, especially mothers who have given birth naturally, the cervix will have varying degrees of congestion and redness, the cervix will become very soft, and the cervix will be open. The cervix closes around 7-10 days postpartum, at which time bacterial infection becomes less likely.
After giving birth, the lining of the uterus is reborn. The process takes longer, about 21 days. Full repair takes 6 weeks.
To help the uterus recover faster and better after childbirth, new mothers need to urinate as soon as possible, get out of bed, help the uterus recover after childbirth, discharge lochia, and do not lie in bed all the time. In addition, insisting on breastfeeding and letting the baby suck more of the mother's nipple can also stimulate uterine contractions and accelerate postpartum recovery.
Postpartum recovery Golden period 3: Pelvic floor muscle repair - 6 months to 1 year postpartum
After pregnancy, the pressure on the pelvic floor muscles increases due to the growing fetus. Under heavy pressure for a long time, the pelvic floor muscles are easy to relax, affecting the function of many organs of the mother.
Therefore, when you go for a review 42 days after giving birth, the doctor will review the pelvic floor muscles, and if necessary, will recommend new mothers to do pelvic floor muscle repair training!
Postpartum recovery Golden period 4: Pelvic recovery - within one year after childbirth
After pregnancy, the mother's pelvis will expand as the fetus grows. Therefore, many mothers will deform after giving birth, and the buttocks will become larger and ugly. If the mother's pelvis has not recovered, it is difficult to return to the pre-pregnancy figure after childbirth.
Therefore, if you want to regain a good figure after giving birth, you must remember to seize these golden periods!
How to scientifically carry out postpartum recovery?
Note 1: Pay attention to the postpartum recovery of the uterus
When a mother is pregnant, her body changes, and so does her uterus. Because the fetus needs to grow in the womb, uterine contractions occur during labor. At the same time, the postpartum will compress the uterus and remove the lochia in the uterus. Therefore, special attention should be paid to the postpartum recovery of the uterus. Pregnant mothers can judge the recovery of the uterus by observing the color of the lochia and the decline of the uterus.
Postpartum lochia secretion is one of the signs of good postpartum recovery of the uterus. Generally, lochia secretion stops 4-6 weeks after delivery, and the uterus basically returns to normal postpartum. If there is a blood clot in the lochia, increased bleeding or odor, and the discharge time is too short or too long, it indicates poor uterine contractions or infection, and you should seek medical attention in time.
Note 2: Adequate rest
The process of giving birth to a baby consumes a lot of physical strength for pregnant mothers. Therefore, postpartum pregnant mothers should ensure adequate rest to help the body recover as soon as possible after childbirth. But you can't lie down all the time. Getting out of bed and walking is good for your body's postpartum recovery. When you get out of bed for the first time, you need someone to accompany you to prevent falling down due to weakness and dizziness. Don't stand for a long time. Then slowly increase the number and time of activities.
Note 3: Keep a happy mood
Postpartum expectant mothers must maintain a happy mood, because too much stress will increase the possibility of postpartum depression in pregnant mothers. Therefore, after giving birth, it is recommended that fathers and family members accompany the pregnant mother more and be more considerate of the pregnant mother.
Note 4: Regular ventilation of the room
Regular ventilation of the room is important for the health of both the expecting mother and the baby. The traditional idea of keeping the doors and windows of the house closed throughout the delivery period is wrong. Pregnant mothers need postpartum recovery and have a small range of activities. If the doors and windows are closed, there will be a lot of bacteria in the air. In addition to the exhaled carbon dioxide, if you stay in such an environment for a long time, it will make you feel suffocated, and it is not good for your health.
Note 5: Reasonable diet and nutrient intake
Intake of nutrients can supplement the consumption of pregnant mothers, and it is also good for the body, but we must pay attention to reasonable and moderate intake of nutrients. Pay attention to a reasonable mix of meat and vegetables, a balanced diet, and ensure adequate intake. Otherwise, nutrition is not enough, not to mention the slow recovery of the body after childbirth, and even the milk that the baby needs cannot be guaranteed. And the initial stage should be light, do not eat irritating food.
Note 6: Maintain hygiene
Normal grooming can ensure the postpartum hygiene of pregnant mothers. It should be noted that the elimination of lochia takes a certain amount of time. Sanitary napkins should be changed frequently, the vulva should be rinsed with warm water, and underwear should be changed frequently to avoid infection of the skin and private parts. It is recommended to change it once a day.
Note 7: Urination
Postpartum pregnant mothers must urinate in time, especially the first urination of new pregnant mothers who give birth naturally is very important. If not removed in time, urinary retention is prone to occur, causing bladder swelling and hindering uterine contractions. Generally, urinate actively 6 to 8 hours after giving birth. If you are not used to urinating in bed, you can sit up or go to the bathroom with your family to urinate. If it is still not discharged, the sound of running water can be used to stimulate urination. If you can't urinate for a long time, you should tell your doctor as soon as possible and get symptomatic treatment in time.
Mothers, for your health and body, be sure to remember these golden postpartum recovery periods!
Postpartum recovery Golden period 1: Lochia removal - 2-6 weeks postpartum
Postpartum lochia is a stage that every postpartum mother must go through. However, the timing of lochia discharge varies from person to person, but in general, it is normal within 42 days after delivery. However, mothers with good physique will have a clean discharge within 2 weeks after giving birth, while mothers with a slightly poorer physique will have delayed discharge, and some may even experience irregular uterine bleeding. Be careful at this time and remember to go to the hospital for a review.
To quickly discharge lochia, new mothers need to pay attention to the following points:
First of all, keep the vulva clean and change underwear and sanitary napkins for pregnant women regularly. For mothers who are too lazy to wash their panties, they can use disposable panties, which are convenient and quick. Rinse the vulva with water after each toilet to reduce the chance of vulvar infection. Many mothers give birth to side cuts or perineal tears. Mothers should maintain correct sitting and sleeping positions, preferably in the opposite direction from the perineal wound.
For example, if the torn wound is on the left side, it is best for the mother to sit and sleep on the right side, so that the wound will not be pressed, which is conducive to blood circulation, makes the wound heal faster, and helps to discharge lochia as soon as possible.
Postpartum recovery Golden period 2: Uterine recovery - within 6 weeks postpartum
Regarding postpartum recovery of the uterus, most people believe that only part of the uterus has recovered. The uterus consists of three parts: the uterus, the cervix, and the endometrium.
The uterus is the fastest postpartum recovery. After about two weeks, the uterus will retract into the pelvic cavity.
The recovery time for the cervix and endometrium is much slower. For mothers who have just given birth, especially mothers who have given birth naturally, the cervix will have varying degrees of congestion and redness, the cervix will become very soft, and the cervix will be open. The cervix closes around 7-10 days postpartum, at which time bacterial infection becomes less likely.
After giving birth, the lining of the uterus is reborn. The process takes longer, about 21 days. Full repair takes 6 weeks.
To help the uterus recover faster and better after childbirth, new mothers need to urinate as soon as possible, get out of bed, help the uterus recover after childbirth, discharge lochia, and do not lie in bed all the time. In addition, insisting on breastfeeding and letting the baby suck more of the mother's nipple can also stimulate uterine contractions and accelerate postpartum recovery.
Postpartum recovery Golden period 3: Pelvic floor muscle repair - 6 months to 1 year postpartum
After pregnancy, the pressure on the pelvic floor muscles increases due to the growing fetus. Under heavy pressure for a long time, the pelvic floor muscles are easy to relax, affecting the function of many organs of the mother.
Therefore, when you go for a review 42 days after giving birth, the doctor will review the pelvic floor muscles, and if necessary, will recommend new mothers to do pelvic floor muscle repair training!
Postpartum recovery Golden period 4: Pelvic recovery - within one year after childbirth
After pregnancy, the mother's pelvis will expand as the fetus grows. Therefore, many mothers will deform after giving birth, and the buttocks will become larger and ugly. If the mother's pelvis has not recovered, it is difficult to return to the pre-pregnancy figure after childbirth.
Therefore, if you want to regain a good figure after giving birth, you must remember to seize these golden periods!
How to scientifically carry out postpartum recovery?
Note 1: Pay attention to the postpartum recovery of the uterus
When a mother is pregnant, her body changes, and so does her uterus. Because the fetus needs to grow in the womb, uterine contractions occur during labor. At the same time, the postpartum will compress the uterus and remove the lochia in the uterus. Therefore, special attention should be paid to the postpartum recovery of the uterus. Pregnant mothers can judge the recovery of the uterus by observing the color of the lochia and the decline of the uterus.
Postpartum lochia secretion is one of the signs of good postpartum recovery of the uterus. Generally, lochia secretion stops 4-6 weeks after delivery, and the uterus basically returns to normal postpartum. If there is a blood clot in the lochia, increased bleeding or odor, and the discharge time is too short or too long, it indicates poor uterine contractions or infection, and you should seek medical attention in time.
Note 2: Adequate rest
The process of giving birth to a baby consumes a lot of physical strength for pregnant mothers. Therefore, postpartum pregnant mothers should ensure adequate rest to help the body recover as soon as possible after childbirth. But you can't lie down all the time. Getting out of bed and walking is good for your body's postpartum recovery. When you get out of bed for the first time, you need someone to accompany you to prevent falling down due to weakness and dizziness. Don't stand for a long time. Then slowly increase the number and time of activities.
Note 3: Keep a happy mood
Postpartum expectant mothers must maintain a happy mood, because too much stress will increase the possibility of postpartum depression in pregnant mothers. Therefore, after giving birth, it is recommended that fathers and family members accompany the pregnant mother more and be more considerate of the pregnant mother.
Note 4: Regular ventilation of the room
Regular ventilation of the room is important for the health of both the expecting mother and the baby. The traditional idea of keeping the doors and windows of the house closed throughout the delivery period is wrong. Pregnant mothers need postpartum recovery and have a small range of activities. If the doors and windows are closed, there will be a lot of bacteria in the air. In addition to the exhaled carbon dioxide, if you stay in such an environment for a long time, it will make you feel suffocated, and it is not good for your health.
Note 5: Reasonable diet and nutrient intake
Intake of nutrients can supplement the consumption of pregnant mothers, and it is also good for the body, but we must pay attention to reasonable and moderate intake of nutrients. Pay attention to a reasonable mix of meat and vegetables, a balanced diet, and ensure adequate intake. Otherwise, nutrition is not enough, not to mention the slow recovery of the body after childbirth, and even the milk that the baby needs cannot be guaranteed. And the initial stage should be light, do not eat irritating food.
Note 6: Maintain hygiene
Normal grooming can ensure the postpartum hygiene of pregnant mothers. It should be noted that the elimination of lochia takes a certain amount of time. Sanitary napkins should be changed frequently, the vulva should be rinsed with warm water, and underwear should be changed frequently to avoid infection of the skin and private parts. It is recommended to change it once a day.
Note 7: Urination
Postpartum pregnant mothers must urinate in time, especially the first urination of new pregnant mothers who give birth naturally is very important. If not removed in time, urinary retention is prone to occur, causing bladder swelling and hindering uterine contractions. Generally, urinate actively 6 to 8 hours after giving birth. If you are not used to urinating in bed, you can sit up or go to the bathroom with your family to urinate. If it is still not discharged, the sound of running water can be used to stimulate urination. If you can't urinate for a long time, you should tell your doctor as soon as possible and get symptomatic treatment in time.
