Uterine recovery mainly includes three aspects, namely the recovery of the uterine body, the recovery of the cervix and the recovery of the endometrium.

Recovery of the uterine body:

After the placenta is expelled, the uterus will contract immediately. A very hard and spherical uterine body can be felt on the abdomen with its highest point. At the same level as the navel. From now on, the height of the fundus of the uterus will drop by 1-2 cm every day. About 10-14 days after delivery, the uterus will become smaller and drop into the small pelvic cavity. At this time, the fundus of the uterus cannot be felt in the abdomen.

Recovery of the cervix:

Just after delivery, the cervix becomes very soft due to congestion and edema, and the wall of the cervix is ??also very thin, wrinkled like a cuff. It will take 7 days to return to its original shape. The internal os of the cervix will close after 7-10 days. The cervix will not return to normal size until about 4 weeks after delivery.

Recovery of the endometrium:

After the placenta and fetal membranes separate from the uterine wall and are expelled from the mother's body, a new layer will grow from the basal layer of the endometrium. endometrium. About 10 days after delivery, except for the placenta attachment surface, other parts of the uterine cavity will be completely covered by the new endometrium. Immediately after delivery, the area of ??the uterine wall where the placenta is attached is about the size of the palm of your hand. By about 2 weeks after delivery, the diameter has shrunk to 3-4 centimeters, but it cannot be fully healed until 6-8 weeks after delivery.

So, generally the uterus can return to normal about six weeks after delivery.

How to restore the uterus after delivery

1 Urination should be done in time after delivery. Do not overdistend your bladder or keep it constantly distended.

2 Temporary lying position should be avoided during the puerperium period. Postpartum 6 to 8 Xiaogang, the mother can sit up after the fatigue is gone, and should get out of bed the next day to facilitate the recovery of the body's physiological functions and physical strength, and assist in the recovery of the uterus and the discharge of lochia. If the uterus has tilted backwards, it should be corrected by doing a knee-chest position.

3 You should breastfeed after giving birth. Because the baby's sucking comfort will reflexively cause uterine contraction, thereby promoting uterine recovery.

4 Pay attention to vaginal hygiene. To avoid causing inflammation of the reproductive tract.

5 Stimulating the nipples can help the uterus contract. In addition to conditioning with Western medicine and Chinese medicine, massaging the fundus of the uterus in the early postpartum period can stimulate the contraction of the uterine muscles, which is the most natural way. Also, letting the baby suck breast milk will also soothe uterine contractions.

What to eat after postpartum uterus recovery

First of all, we must ensure the supply of high-quality protein, sufficient vitamins and inorganic salts, especially sufficient iron, to prevent the occurrence of anemia. Food selection should not only pay attention to nutrition, but also be easy to digest and absorb. It can supply fresh fish, tender chicken, eggs, animal liver, animal blood, lean meat, soy products, dairy, dates, lotus seeds, fresh fruits and vegetables. Avoid or eat less greasy, raw and cold foods. It is not advisable to eat radish, hawthorn, bitter melon, orange and other foods that regulate qi, activate blood circulation, and have cold properties. You should eat more foods that are easy to digest. The appropriate time for replenishing is half a month. For those who are usually weak, in poor physical condition, or lose a lot of blood, the replenishing time can be appropriately extended as appropriate.

In terms of nutrition, as long as you pay a little more attention than usual, you don't have to blindly supplement, and consume enough protein to enhance the body's resistance to disease and promote the early repair of injured organs. Eat more protein-rich foods such as fish, meat, eggs, and soy products, and fresh vegetables rich in vitamins to speed up your body's recovery.