Postpartum delivery: the importance of traditional customs

Postpartum confinement is an ancient traditional custom, which has a history of more than two thousand years since it was recorded in the Book of Rites of the Western Han Dynasty. For new mothers, this one-month (natural delivery) or 42-day (caesarean section) rest is an indispensable ritual behavior for postpartum recovery. From the perspective of sociology and medicine, confinement is very important for the physical and mental recovery of pregnant women.

Physiological recovery

Confinement is helpful to the rapid recovery of maternal physical function, improve immunity and prevent diseases. During this period, women can fully adjust and recover their bodies through proper diet and rest.

♀? mental health

Confinement is not only helpful to the physical recovery of parturient, but also can promote the balance of women's mental health. During this period, women can adjust their body and mind, relieve negative emotions such as postpartum depression and prepare for a new life.

Ritual behavior

Confinement is a traditional ritual behavior, which represents respect and blessing for new life. During this time, the parturient can get the love and care of her family and let them feel the warmth and happiness of her family.