Re: Postpartum Instructions regarding Bathing

From: Claudia Twisdale RN (twisdale@medispecialty.com)
Mon, 22 Jan 2001 17:18:59 -0600 (CST)

I have always been taught shower only until 4-6 weeks post partum. Until this time cervix is still open, and run risk of infection. (No sex, douching, tampons, or tub bath for 4-6 weeks)Sitz bath though is good for perineum.

At Sat, 20 Jan 2001, Sharon Chamness wrote: >
>I work with postpartum women and have been trying to investigate whether
>bathing is recommended for women recovering from vaginal deliveries with
>either episiotomies or lacerations. I have been caught up in a debate
>and have heard arguments for both. Are there any articles that anyone
>is aware of that supports or denies this recommendation? Thanks
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