Re: Postpartum Instructions regarding Bathing
From: Sheila Colangelo (SGMC203@aol.com)
Mon, 8 Apr 2002 21:59:29 -0500 (CDT)
At Mon, 22 Jan 2001, Claudia Twisdale RN wrote:
>
>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
In the facility I work we advise women who have had a vaginal delivery
to shower until the discharge has stopped. I am not sure of the source
for this information, I will research and let you know. We also
instruct them to take a sitz bath after their shower, assuring that the
tub is cleaned, 6-8 inches of warm water only, and to sit for @ 20
minutes 2 - 3 times daily.
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