What do you need to prepare for confinement in winter?

You need to be more careful when you are in confinement in winter. Because the weather is cold, there is a big temperature difference between indoors and outdoors, and you need to keep warm when you are in confinement! What do you need to prepare for confinement in winter? The editor of No. 5.com will answer all the questions you need to pay attention to when you are in confinement in winter!

Things to prepare for confinement in winter

1. Postpartum hat

Prepare two maternity hats, also known as maternity hats, which are hats for mothers to keep their heads warm during the confinement period after childbirth. Mothers can choose a slightly thicker confinement hat made of coral fleece in winter. You need to wear a confinement hat when going out. In autumn and winter, the temperature drops and the wind is strong, so it is not surprising to wear a confinement hat outdoors. Confinement generally lasts about one and a half months, and mothers can appropriately prepare two maternity hats for replacement.

2. Postpartum shoes that cover the heels

As the saying goes, "Protect the roots of trees and protect the feet of people." The shoes that mothers wear should also be very particular. Mothers are weak, so they cannot wear hard shoes. In addition, mothers need to keep warm and avoid ventilation from head to toe, especially in the cold winter. There are several key aspects in the selection of confinement shoes: First, keep warm. The most important thing in wearing shoes is to keep warm, because diseases come from the cold, and the cold comes from the feet. Second, do not flatten the feet. In addition, it should be noted that the shoes cannot flatten the feet. The concept of not flattening the feet is that the shoes must completely follow the feet, which requires the soles to be soft. Third, sweat absorption. Because women often sweat during the confinement period, confinement shoes must have a very good sweat absorption function, otherwise the sweat will remain on the surface of the skin and it is easy to catch a cold. Fourth, good sealing and cannot bring wind.

3. Choice of nursing bra

During breastfeeding, mothers should choose special nursing bras. When choosing bras, the cup should be full cup that can hold the whole breast, because it can give strong support to the breast and prevent breast sagging after breastfeeding. In addition, choose bras with buttons in the front or cups that can be opened, because it is convenient, clean and simple to put on and take off when breastfeeding. The fabric must be pure cotton knitted, which is not too hard to prevent the breasts from being hurt. After giving birth, mothers should wear soft fabrics and clothes, and should not wear chemical fiber and rough clothes, which also prevents adverse stimulation to the nipples.

4. Choice of breast pads

Breast pads are essential items for controlling milk leakage during breastfeeding. The inner side is made of a highly absorbent polymer material that can absorb excess breast milk and fix the leaking milk inside, and the outer side is a breathable and waterproof layer that can keep the bra dry. When choosing, you should choose a breast pad with strong water absorption and high softness, otherwise it will be miserable when you encounter "milk collapse". In addition, it is best to choose a disposable breast pad, and don't choose the kind that can be reused many times for the sake of cheapness. On the one hand, the reusable breast pad has poor water absorption and is difficult to prevent overflow; on the other hand, because breast milk is rich in nutrients, it is easy to breed bacteria after a long time after overflow. These bacteria will attach to the breast pad. Many bacteria cannot be killed by washing. When used again, it is easy to cause breast infection and infect the baby.

5. A toothbrush is a must-have during the postpartum period

As the name implies, a confinement toothbrush is a toothbrush used by mothers during their confinement period. The biggest difference between a confinement toothbrush and an ordinary toothbrush is that it is disposable, simple and convenient, and the material is softer and less likely to hurt teeth. Is it necessary to use a confinement toothbrush? The editor thinks that it is necessary to brush your teeth during confinement to keep your mouth clean. However, due to endocrine changes after childbirth, it is easy to cause problems such as pregnancy gingivitis and periodontal disease. These cannot be solved or prevented by mouthwash. Brushing the mouth clean is the right approach. The selection of a toothbrush needs to be cautious. The nylon toothbrush usually used is not suitable. Pregnant mothers should try to choose a soft confinement toothbrush or a soft-bristled toothbrush.

Precautions for dressing during confinement in winter

1. Clothes and pants should be loose, soft and comfortable long-sleeved cotton or woolen fabrics. In order to maintain a happy mood and provide good stimulation to the baby's visual development, you can also choose some brightly colored and lively home clothes.

2. After childbirth, the mammary ducts are open. In order to avoid blockage of the mammary ducts, bras should be made of pure cotton fabrics. It is also best to equip them with open-necked pajamas and sweaters to facilitate breastfeeding.

3. Since the pores are open after childbirth and it is easy to sweat, underwear should be changed every day. In winter, the temperature difference between morning and evening is large, so you should pay attention to adding or removing clothes to prevent colds. Wet clothes should be changed and washed in time. When washing clothes, it is best to expose them to the sun to achieve a sterilization effect.

4. To prevent infection and allergies, avoid using chemical fiber underwear.

5. "Coldness originates from the soles of the feet" and the kidney meridian is located at the base of the feet, so it is advisable to wear cotton socks and thick-soled soft shoes. Prepare a nightgown by the bed and put it on in time when you get up in the middle of the night to feed the baby to avoid catching a cold.

6. Wear slimming underwear and postpartum tights to help restore the uterus and slim down after delivery. Wear a pair of extended, high-waisted trousers to cover the entire abdomen and protect the navel.

Winter confinement precautions

Things to note when dressing, living and traveling:

1. The environment for confinement should be "warm": The key point of confinement in winter is to keep warm. The indoor temperature should be between 20℃ and 25℃, and should not fluctuate. In the south where there is no heating, air conditioners and electric heaters can be used to maintain the indoor temperature; and for the north with a dry climate, it is also very important to maintain a suitable indoor humidity. Generally speaking, the indoor humidity should be between 55% and 65%.

2. Wear loose and comfortable clothes: Winter is cold, and new mothers are more likely to be afraid of cold when breastfeeding or taking care of babies. During pregnancy, part of the fluid accumulated in the body needs to be discharged, and there is a lot of sweating, which will stain clothes. Therefore, you should take a bath frequently and wash and change your underwear frequently to keep your skin clean.

3. The quilt should be thinner and the bed should not be too soft: It is freezing cold outside, but warm inside. Therefore, in addition to regular ventilation, we should also pay attention to not making the quilt too thick. Even in winter, the quilt should be thinner than in the late pregnancy. Choose cotton or linen, which is soft and breathable. Change and wash it and expose it to the sun every 1 to 2 weeks.

4. Dry your hair immediately after washing: Dirty hair will damage the hair follicles of the scalp and make hair fall out easily, so you should wash and comb your hair, but avoid the invasion of dampness.

5. The water temperature should be appropriate when showering: Taking a shower after childbirth can relieve labor fatigue, soothe the spirit, and keep the body clean and hygienic, reducing the incidence of diseases. However, for new mothers who are in confinement in winter, it is best to take a shower one week after giving birth. When taking a shower, pay special attention to the appropriate water temperature to prevent wind and cold from entering. When taking a shower in winter, you must go to a closed room to avoid wind, and the bathroom should be warm. You can turn on bathroom heating equipment such as bathroom heaters in advance and adjust the indoor temperature to 20℃ before entering.

Notes on diet and nutrition:

1. Fruits and vegetables are indispensable: During the confinement period, you should eat nutritious, high-calorie and easily digestible foods, and drink plenty of water to promote rapid recovery and ensure sufficient milk supply. Postpartum women are often weak and have blood stasis, so they should avoid eating raw, cold and cool foods. Raw and cold foods often hurt the stomach, and cold foods can cause blood coagulation and lochia retention, which can cause abdominal pain, body pain and many other diseases after childbirth.

2. Calcium supplementation is very important: The Chinese Nutrition Society recommends that the appropriate calcium intake for breastfeeding mothers is 1,200 mg per day, and dietary therapy is the safest and most reliable method. Foods high in calcium include sesame paste, spinach, leeks, lettuce, mushrooms, animal liver and brain, fish and animal bone soup, milk, etc., which can be taken with care.

Mood considerations:

1. Prevent postpartum depression and keep a happy mood: Due to physical, psychological and role adaptation problems, some negative psychological reactions often occur during the confinement period. Especially in winter, when the weather is cold and the sun is insufficient, postpartum depression is more likely to occur. It manifests as loneliness, helplessness, grievance and sadness, doubt and irritability, laziness, and even mental dullness. Therefore, mothers should learn some knowledge about the puerperium before giving birth, and get active as soon as possible after giving birth to restore their original interests; family members and relatives should give more psychological counseling to the mothers, which will be an effective way to reduce depression during the confinement period.

2. Combine work and rest: The mother is relatively weak and lacks qi and blood. Various organs need to return to their original positions and the uterus needs to expel lochia. Therefore, proper exercise is needed after delivery. Activities can make the qi and blood flow and make the internal organs function vigorously. Staying in bed for too long will cause fatigue and is not conducive to the discharge of blood stasis.