Summer Postpartum Care: Key Considerations

During the postpartum period in summer, due to high temperatures and humidity, special attention should be paid to the following points:

1. Maintain a comfortable indoor temperature: Use air conditioning or fans to regulate room temperature, avoiding extremes of heat or cold; generally, 24-26°C is appropriate. Be careful not to let the air flow directly onto the body to prevent colds.

2. Dietary regulation: Due to the high summer temperatures, postpartum women should choose light, easily digestible, and nutrient-rich foods such as rice porridge, millet porridge, noodles, and clear soups. At the same time, ensure adequate fluid intake through items such as boiled water, mung bean soup, and chrysanthemum tea.

3. Personal hygiene: Excessive sweating occurs after childbirth, so it is important to change clothes and bedding frequently. The body should be wiped daily with warm water to maintain cleanliness and dryness, preventing infections.

4. Clothing and warmth: Although summer temperatures are high, postpartum women still need to maintain appropriate thermal stability. It is recommended to wear soft, comfortable, loose, and breathable cotton clothing. Avoid direct exposure to air conditioning airflow and sudden temperature changes.

5. Appropriate activity: Appropriate physical activity after childbirth helps with recovery, but strenuous exercise and prolonged standing should be avoided to prevent uterine prolapse or pelvic organ prolapse.

If there are any special circumstances, it is recommended to consult a professional physician.