How long after a caesarean section can I take a shower?

In the past, women often chose cesarean sections out of necessity, but today, more and more women are actively choosing cesarean sections. Cesarean sections actually have many benefits, such as avoiding damage to the vagina, but at the same time, the disadvantages of cesarean sections are also obvious. For example, it will leave wounds on the mother's belly, so the risk of postpartum infection is higher, and the body after delivery is also very weak. Therefore, there are many precautions after delivery, such as helping the body recover through a reasonable diet. Women who have had cesarean sections must be particularly cautious when taking a bath after delivery. The following matters must be kept in mind.

First, how long can I take a bath after a caesarean section?

How long to take a bath after a cesarean section needs to be determined based on the mother's wound and physical recovery. The main reason for taking a bath is to prevent the incision from getting infected by water. Generally, new mothers can take a bath 15 days after a cesarean section. If the recovery is good, they can take a bath after a week. Just put a waterproof Band-Aid on the incision to prevent it from getting wet.

Second, what should I do with the incision after taking a bath after a cesarean section?

Generally speaking, the mother can take a shower one week after the cesarean section. Although try not to let the wound get wet, the wound has almost recovered at this time. You can put a Band-Aid on it and then take a shower. Remove the Band-Aid immediately after rinsing, rinse the wound with saline, and apply iodine to sterilize it.

Note: When showering after a cesarean section, the bathing time should not be too long, and the water should be wiped dry in time after bathing.

Third, can I use shower gel after a caesarean section?

You can use shower gel when showering after a caesarean section, but the mother should pay attention to using mild, non-irritating shower gel products. In addition, you must control the room temperature, keep warm when bathing, and never catch a cold, and avoid bathing for too long.

Fourth, can I rub my back while taking a bath after a caesarean section?

You can rub the back when taking a bath after a cesarean section, but the amplitude of the rubbing should not be too large, and do not use too much force. It is enough to achieve basic cleansing. As for when you can rub the back normally, it depends on the mother's physical recovery. Otherwise, rubbing the back hard can easily cause a root of disease, which will cause back pain in the future.

Note: After a cesarean section, bathing should focus on rinsing.

Fifth, precautions for bathing after cesarean section

Bathing method

Those who have undergone cesarean section should wait until their strength is restored and their wounds are healed before taking a shower. Generally, they can take a sponge bath first.

Room and water temperature

It should be 36-38 degrees in winter and around 37 degrees in summer. Don't be too cool in the summer, and don't be too hot in the winter. It is not advisable to sweat profusely while taking a bath. After taking a bath, you should dry your body and hair in time, and it is best to wrap your hair with a dry towel. Even if you feel hot all over after bathing, you should not expose yourself to drafts or turn on the air conditioner.

Don't sleep with wet hair

If your hair is not dry after taking a shower, you cannot braid it and you cannot sleep with wet hair. In addition, it is not advisable to take a bath immediately when you are hungry or full. If you feel hungry after taking a bath, you should eat something.