Recently, the TV series "The Longest Day in Chang'an" starring Jackson Yee has become a hit across the internet. I'm sure many young ladies, like me, are captivated by Jackson Yee's handsome looks and intelligence.
The article we posted a few days ago, "Twelve Hours After Natural Childbirth: The Ultimate Postpartum Recovery Guide!" (Click here!), really got everyone excited! Everyone strongly requested that a version for cesarean sections be released as well.
Dear reader, here comes your requested "Twelve Hours After a Cesarean Section"!
Enough with the chit-chat, moms who are planning to have a C-section, quickly take out your notebooks and write this down!
The first to third hour after childbirth (within 6 hours postpartum)
The surgery is finally over! Most of the pregnant women, even though they didn't exert themselves much, still felt exhausted after being wheeled back to their wards. (Giving birth really drained all their energy...)
This is because the anesthesia hasn't worn off yet, so the doctor will have you lie flat without a pillow and order you to abstain from food and water for three hours!
But even though the mother is forbidden to eat, the baby can't go hungry!
"Postpartum colostrum is as precious as gold." Breastfeeding your baby as early as possible can not only "awaken" the brain to secrete milk as soon as possible, but also stimulate uterine contractions through the baby's sucking, inhibiting postpartum hemorrhage. It is definitely a win-win situation.
The fourth to sixth hour postpartum (6 to 12 hours postpartum)
As the effects of the anesthesia wear off, new mothers will start to feel pain in their wounds, and doctors will usually prescribe some pain medication.
First, new mothers don't need to worry too much about side effects! Generally, short-term medication will not affect the fetus or breastfeeding. Second, it's important to note that if you still feel pain outside of your doctor's prescription, it's best not to use too many painkillers!
At this time, you can use the "empathy technique" to shift your focus. Listen to music, watch some handsome guys from "The Longest Day in Chang'an." (Just kidding!) Postpartum rest is the priority, so go and relax with your eyes closed...
At this point, the seals that require fasting, drinking, and lying flat without a pillow can be lifted!
New mothers can drink some water and then choose a relatively comfortable position, such as lying on their side or in a semi-reclining position. They can place blankets or pillows behind their backs so that their bodies are at a 20-30 degree angle to the bed. This can reduce the pain caused by the pulling of the wound.
The seventh to ninth hour postpartum (12 to 18 hours postpartum)
Most mothers will expel gas gracefully (and in a rather unpleasant way) during this period...
This means you can start eating now!
I knew it! You foodies get excited and thrilled when it comes to food!
So, what should you eat after surgery? How should you eat it?
After a cesarean section, mothers' gastrointestinal function recovers relatively slowly. So, they can start by eating some liquid foods, such as millet porridge, rice soup, wonton wrappers, etc. They can also drink some radish soup to help with gas. Then, they can gradually transition to soft foods, such as steamed egg custard, steamed cake, noodles, etc.
What can't you eat?
■ Foods that easily cause bloating include soy products (soy milk, tofu pudding, dried tofu, etc.), potatoes, chestnuts, onions, cabbage, cauliflower, etc.
■ New mothers should just think about spicy and cold foods, such as boiled fish, boiled meat, potato and chicken, and ice cream. Just indulge your "mental cravings," wipe your drool, and wait until your body has recovered before eating them!
Many mothers-in-law and mothers worry about not producing enough milk after childbirth, so they take lactation-promoting foods too early. They start taking supplements like crucian carp soup, chicken soup, and ginseng very early on, but this is actually unnecessary. (They make you drink your fill at once, so much so that you feel weak in the knees just from hearing the word "soup," right?) Taking these lactation-promoting soups too early can increase the risk of mastitis.
The tenth to twelfth hour postpartum (18 to 24 hours postpartum)
The urinary catheter is usually removed within 24-48 hours after the surgery. New mothers can drink plenty of water and urinate frequently after the catheter is removed. When urinating, pay attention to any painful urination or difficulty urinating, and promptly report any such symptoms to your attending physician.
■ Important note: Do not let the new mother go to the toilet by herself. Try to have a family member accompany her. Make full use of your pig's trotters (when else would you not?) to prevent her from fainting due to physical weakness.
■ There is one more thing to note: closely monitor the lochia.
During the first 1-3 days postpartum, lochia will be heavier and redder in color, then gradually lighten and decrease in amount. It usually clears up completely in about 2-4 weeks. However, if lochia continues to flow for more than 2 months, it's important to see a doctor to determine the cause.
Are you still lying in bed because your postpartum wound is painful?
Whether it's a vaginal delivery or a cesarean section, postpartum women should get out of bed and move around as soon as their physical condition allows. Early ambulation not only promotes uterine contraction and helps expel lochia, but also helps prevent the risk of deep vein thrombosis in the lower extremities.
However, you absolutely must have family members with you! Make full use of the resources around you, such as your man... (your little pig's trotter is already starting to get scared... haha)
Will I have won after twelve hours?
In the TV series, the Jing'an Division repeatedly outwitted and outfought the enemy, ultimately achieving victory and saving the common people.
The role of mother is far greater than any other role. Giving birth to your baby is not the final victory; there are still many secrets to learn!
Oh? Please tell me, please tell me...
√When is it okay to take a shower?
After a cesarean section, if the wound is healing well, the first bath can be scheduled for the first week postpartum. However, it's important to shower, not take a bath. Pay attention to the cleanliness and hygiene of the wound, and observe for any bleeding, pain, or other reactions. If you experience any discomfort, be sure to report it to your doctor immediately.
√ Is it okay to skip the postpartum check-up?
Many mothers believe that cesarean sections do not cause damage to the pelvic floor muscles, but this is incorrect. Cesarean sections, like vaginal deliveries, can cause damage to the pelvic floor muscles, so it is still necessary to attend the 42-day postpartum checkup.
√ When is it okay to "make love"?
The postpartum recovery period takes 42 days, so once the follow-up checkup shows no problems, you can resume sexual activity, but please be careful with contraception.
Having a baby involves tremendous psychological and physiological changes. You'll be very, very tired... so make the most of every moment to rest, maintain a positive mood, learn to decline guests, and make sure you have time for yourself!
Wishing all the ladies the best of luck in giving birth to sons as outstanding (and handsome) as Jackson Yee!
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