Why Should You Avoid Using Mobile Phones During the Postpartum Confinement Period?
Disease description:
I’ve just given birth, but my mother-in-law won’t let me use my phone, saying that electronic devices are prohibited during the postpartum confinement period. So why exactly is using a smartphone not allowed?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Yu Wenjing
Hello! It is widely known that excessive mobile phone use is harmful to human health. If you spend your postpartum confinement period constantly using your phone, your eyesight may be adversely affected, potentially leading to eye disorders. Moreover, prolonged mobile phone use depletes your energy, leaving you less able to properly care for your baby—thereby increasing the risk of accidents involving your infant. Therefore, we recommend that new mothers limit mobile phone use during the postpartum confinement period and prioritize rest and recovery; there’s no rush to resume phone use until after the confinement period ends.
