Postpartum confinement is related to the health of postpartum women in the future. Postpartum women sweat a lot during childbirth and after childbirth, which can easily breed bacteria. Bacteria can easily make postpartum women and babies sick. So, can postpartum women wash their hair during confinement? Let's find out together.
How long after childbirth can you wash your hair?
1. For women who have given birth naturally:
Normally, women who have given birth naturally can wash their hair after about 7 days.
Due to the excessive bleeding during childbirth, as well as sweating, back pain, and abdominal pain, new mothers experience a significant physical toll. Their blood and energy levels are weakened, making them more susceptible to catching a cold.
When washing hair, make sure to close the doors and windows and avoid cold or hot drafts. After washing, hair should be dried immediately and not left wet while walking around the room.
2. For women who have had a caesarian section:
Women who have had a caesarian section can wash their hair after about 14 days.
This primarily depends on the recovery of the surgical incision. If the incision is slow to heal, it is best not to rush to wash the hair to avoid tearing the wound.
Precautions for postpartum hair washing:
1. Close the doors and windows before washing hair to avoid drafts.
2. It is recommended to maintain an indoor temperature of around 28 degrees Celsius during hair washing. The water temperature should be between 38-40 degrees Celsius.
3. After childbirth, hair tends to be oily and prone to hair loss. Avoid using overly stimulating hair care products.
4. Do not braid or sleep immediately after washing hair to avoid headaches.
5. It is best to comb the hair with a wooden comb or a horn comb, as this can effectively promote blood circulation in the head and prevent static electricity.
6. After washing the hair, drinking ginger soup with brown sugar can help dispel wind and cold.
How to prevent postpartum joint pain:
1. Avoid exposure to drafts:
The room where the postpartum woman stays should have good ventilation to allow air circulation. However, do not let the wind blow directly onto the mother and baby. When ventilating the room, the mother and baby can temporarily leave to avoid joint pain caused by temperature changes.
2. Avoid excessive insulation after childbirth:
Many elderly people are afraid that the new mother will catch a cold, so they make her wear more clothes and long pants, even in summer. This is not scientific. If long clothes and pants are chosen, they should be made of lightweight fabric. After childbirth, sweating is common, so clothes should be changed frequently. If the mother keeps sweating without paying attention, she may catch a cold and experience joint pain.
3. Avoid overexertion:
Postpartum mothers often cannot get enough rest due to taking care of the baby. Therefore, they should try to sleep more during available rest time to maintain their energy levels. Overexertion is also a major cause of joint pain.
