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During the entire pregnancy, it is very important that the woman participate in a healthy lifestyle. Among other
things, this would include not smoking or being near secondhand smoke, avoid drinking alcohol, etc.
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Chinese Folk Customs During The Puerperal Period
By Lok Yae
Generally speaking, Chinese people preserve many deep-rooted folk customs during the first month
after childbirth. "No hair-washing." "Consume as much tonic food as you can." These beliefs have been
embedded in our heart. It seems a very important period to a woman during and after pregnancy. A
mom-to-be or new mom always feels nervous due to those folk traditions.
- Don't wash hair and body
Actually, only if the genitals hurt is healed and a new mom has fully recovered from tiredness, it is ok to
take a shower. But the shower time can't be too long, only for about 5-10 minutes each time (20 room
temperature and 34-36 water temperature). After washing, make sure to wipe off water and put on
clothes quickly so as to avoid getting cold. However, this just depends on a new mom's health status
and the bath conditions. Further to this, keep in mind to wait until hair dries up before sleep. If not, a
new mom may suffer headache or neck pain.
- Don't brush teeth and comb hair
Experts have pointed out that a new mom should brush teeth and comb hair as before. This is because
most foods eating after pregnancy are soft, which keep the oral cavity from clear function during the
mastication process. Soft foods may also cause the formation of dental plague. Therefore, a new mom
can't ignore teeth-brushing. As everyone knows, combing hair is a good habit and it can help stimulate
blood circulation and maintain the health of hair roots. So it is absolutely not a good idea to change this
habit.
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