Yellow color of lochia after childbirth

Postpartum lochia is a normal physiological phenomenon that can excrete postpartum metabolic products from the body. The color of postpartum lochia will be different in different stages. If the color of postpartum lochia is yellow, don’t worry. This symptom will appear when the lochia discharge transitions from the second stage to the third stage. During this period, you should pay attention to rest and avoid overwork. You should also pay attention to your diet and avoid eating spicy food.

After giving birth, the endometrium to which the placenta is attached will fall off, and the mucus in the uterus will also flow out. This is what we call lochia. Generally speaking, lochia is not much different from menstruation. It has a bloody smell but no odor. It will usually be completely discharged about three weeks after delivery.

Different stages of postpartum lochia color

Lochia usually lasts for 4 to 6 weeks, during which time the contents and color of the lochia will change. The discharge of lochia goes through three stages:

The first stage is 3-6 days after delivery. Since the lochia contains more blood, it is red and is called bloody lochia.

The second stage is 7-14 days after delivery. During this period, the lochia contains less blood and is mainly composed of necrotic decidual tissue and mucus, so it is pink and is called serous lochia.

The third stage is 2-3 weeks after delivery. The lochia contains a large number of white blood cells, epidermal cells and some decidual tissue. It is white and is called white lochia.

The yellow color of lochia is actually the transition between the second and third stages of lochia discharge, so mothers don’t need to worry.

Issues that should be paid attention to in postpartum lochia

In addition to paying attention to the color, mothers should also pay attention to the discharge time of postpartum lochia. If the lochia continues to occur after the normal lochia period and is accompanied by symptoms such as lower back pain and abdominal pain, it is likely a uterine infection problem. At this time, you should go to the hospital immediately to see a doctor and find out the specific situation.

Postpartum lochia is a physiological phenomenon of the body and mothers do not need to worry too much. It should be noted that it takes some time for the uterus to recover after childbirth. In order to prevent bacteria from infecting the uterus through the cervix and vagina, during the discharge of lochia, you must pay attention to the cleanliness of the vulva, change underwear frequently, and keep the vulva clean and dry.