New mothers, postpartum physical recovery is the key period, and the observation of vital signs in puerperium is the most important. Let's look at these important indicators.

temperature

Within 24 hours after delivery, the body temperature rises slightly, but generally does not exceed 38℃. This is a normal physiological reaction, so don't worry too much.

pulse

The pulse is within the normal range and remains stable.

breathe

Postpartum breathing will become deep and slow, mainly abdominal breathing, 14 ~ 16 times per minute.

blood pressure

Blood pressure will remain stable during the puerperium.

Fundus position

On the first day after delivery, the position of the bottom of the uterus is about flush with the navel. After that, it will drop by 1 ~ 2 cm every day, which is the normal process of uterine recovery.

Lochiorrhea is endless

Postpartum bloody lochia lasts for 3 ~ 4 days, then gradually turns into serous lochia, and turns into white lochia after about 10 days. White lochia will usually be clean within 3 weeks.