How to treat postpartum cold?

As we all know, women are very weak during the confinement period, so they need to take protective measures in all aspects. There are many things they cannot do and many things they cannot eat. For example, women must not be exposed to cold wind during the confinement period, so the indoor temperature must be adjusted, especially in cold seasons. At this time, women must keep warm, such as wearing a hat to avoid being accidentally attacked by cold wind. Because if postpartum women are exposed to the wind, they are prone to symptoms such as low back pain, knee pain, and body coldness. So if these symptoms unfortunately occur, what are the treatments?

First, be careful of the cold

During the postpartum period, mothers should avoid catching cold, should not be exposed to cold wind or drink cold water, and should not eat cold or irritating foods. Usually, special attention should be paid to avoid physical fatigue or mental stimulation. Not only women who give birth normally, but also women who have had a caesarean section or a miscarriage are likely to suffer from postpartum wind, so you must pay attention.

Second, hypermobile joints

Any slight stimulation before delivery can cause problems after delivery, so you should never over-move your joints within 2-3 weeks after delivery.

Third, take postpartum tonic medicine

Postpartum tonics in traditional Chinese medicine are effective in replenishing the mother's qi and blood, helping with rapid recovery after delivery, and preventing postpartum diseases, but they must be taken 3 weeks after the lochia has been discharged. Taking tonic medicine before all the lochia is discharged may induce postpartum wind. To treat postpartum stroke, you can decoct and take medicinal herbs such as ginseng, astragalus, angelica, and rehmannia root that have the effect of replenishing physical strength.

Fourth, foods that can prevent postpartum wind include carp, snakehead fish, pig's trotters, pumpkin, etc.

But as the name suggests, tonic foods are consumed to replenish energy. You should not take too much at one time or only eat one type.

Fifth, receive traditional Chinese medicine treatment

Postpartum wind should be treated early, otherwise it will be very difficult to treat. Traditional Chinese medicine is generally used to treat postpartum wind. If you experience postpartum pain symptoms such as cold joints and tingling in joints, it is recommended to go to a traditional Chinese medicine hospital immediately to receive necessary treatment. Postpartum pain is generally treated with a combination of traditional Chinese medicine and acupuncture, and treatment should be continued for more than one year.

Sixth, keep warm after delivery

Whether new mothers give birth by themselves or by cesarean section, they will sweat a lot after giving birth. At this time, they must avoid being blown directly by the wind. The best way is to cool down naturally. If it is at night, you should also pay attention to keeping the new mother warm to prevent her from catching a cold when the temperature drops at night.

7. Get enough rest and pay attention to nutrition

New mothers consume a lot of physical energy during childbirth, so it is recommended that they rest in bed for 24 hours, ensure adequate sleep after delivery, and then get out of bed and move around the next day. New mothers should avoid exerting excessive force when doing activities. They can move their bodies moderately and avoid over-tiredness. They are prohibited from engaging in physical labor during the confinement period, especially activities that increase abdominal pressure, such as squatting for a long time or lifting heavy objects. Generally speaking, new mothers should not only eat nutritiously after giving birth, but also eat a reasonable and balanced diet.