Can a pregnant woman visit someone who is in confinement after childbirth?

Regarding whether pregnant people can visit women who are in confinement after childbirth, the culture and customs of each place are different, so the opinions are also different. Some places say that it is not allowed, and if you go, you will take away the breast milk of the woman in confinement after childbirth. But in some places, it is not a problem. In fact, whether you can go depends mainly on the consent of both parties. If both parties feel that it is okay, you can go, and you just need to discuss it before going.

Things to note during confinement

Be careful of cold and heat

As the climate and temperature and humidity of the living environment change, the clothing worn by the mother and the electrical equipment used indoors should be appropriately adjusted. The indoor temperature should be about 25-26°C, and the humidity should be about 50%-60%. Long sleeves, long pants, and socks should be worn to avoid catching a cold or having the joints invaded by wind, cold, and moisture.

Suitable for work and rest

Moderate labor and rest are very helpful for the discharge of lochia and the recovery of muscles, bones and body shape. In the early days after delivery, when the mother feels weak, dizzy, and fatigued, she must rest in bed more. The time she gets up should not exceed half an hour. When her physical strength gradually recovers, the time can be extended a little, but the time is still limited to 1 to 2 hours to avoid standing or sitting for a long time, which will cause low back pain, leg pain, knee and ankle pain.

Clean frequently

Hair and body should be washed regularly to keep them clean and avoid bacterial infection and inflammation. In ancient times, due to the simple environment, poor living conditions and the lack of electrical appliances, the regulations were stricter, and there was a restriction of not being able to wash hair or take a bath for a month. Modern people don’t have to work so hard. When washing your hair or taking a bath, use warm water at about 40℃ and dry your hair with a dry towel in time after washing.

Adjust your diet

The first three items are the same for everyone, but diet varies according to individual physical conditions, so it should be different. Furthermore, if there are problems with postpartum lochia discharge and breastfeeding, or if there are colds, headaches, mouth sores, itchy skin, stomachaches and other diseases, diet and medication must be changed. The diet during confinement should still be mainly warm and nourishing. It is best to ask a doctor to make appropriate adjustments based on your individual constitution.