Confinement

The puerperium refers to the period during which the fetus and the placenta are adjusted for recovery of the body, reproductive organs, and psychology. It takes 6 to 8 weeks, that is, 42 to 56 days. During this period of 6-8 weeks of confinement, mothers should rest mainly, especially bed rest within 15 days after giving birth, take good care of the body, and promote the rapid recovery of systemic organs, especially the reproductive organs.

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