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Chinese people preserve many folk
customs at women just deliver a baby. A new
mom always feels stressful due to these "deep-rooted"
traditions. The fact is that they are no longer
believable. Modern medical studies tell us that
women who just gave birth can enjoy a normal and healthy
life. Here are some examples.
Legend 1:
Women cannot wash body at the first lunar month after delivery. The idea behind not bathing or showering for the first 30 days after giving birth is to prevent sickness like arthritis in the future.
Fact : If the genitals hurt is
healed and the new mom has fully recovered from
tiredness, it is ok to take a shower. But the shower
time can't be too long, only for about 5-10 minutes
each time. After washing, make sure to wipe off
water and put on clothes quickly so as to avoid
getting cold. However, this just depends on the
woman's health status and the bath conditions. Further to this, keep
in mind to wait until hair dries up before sleep.
If not, the new mom may suffer headache or neck pain.
Legend 2: Newly delivered women cannot expose to wind so they cannot go outdoor or sit in the wind
Fact : In the past, newly delivered women
might be easily affected by bacteria and suffer fever
due to nutrient deficiency and weak resistance. But
it is not the case now. Today, a nutritious diet will
increase a new mom's ability to resist infection.
In addition, rooms must be adequately ventilated to
keep the air clean and fresh. In hot summer, you can
get a fan blow in the opposite direction (not towards
the new mom) to create a "air short circuit".
Try to maintain room temperature at 26-28℃ and
humidity at 55%~65%.
Legend 3: Cannot have sex at least two months after delivery
Fact : Newly delivered women are told not to have sex. This is absolutely true, according to the experts. That's because it takes at least 8 weeks to recover the productive organs after delivery. Early sex may easily cause inflammation, uterine hemorrhage and perineum avulsion. Therefore, a new mom could only has sex when lochia is completely discharged in more than 2 month.
Legend 4: Cannot eat fruits, vegetables and cold foods
Fact : Modern medicine holds that a new mom could eat fruits and vegetables or cold food after delivery. There is no doubt that vitamins play an important role in body recovery and milk secretion. Of which, Vitamin C has positive effects on the hematischesis and hurt healing. Fruits and vegetables are accepted rich in vitamins and fibers. These elements are proven beneficial for stomach and bowel movements. However, a new mom should be cautious and choose to eat fresh foods. |
