The female body is inherently weak, especially for women after childbirth, whose physical condition is even more fragile. This is why postpartum women need to be nourished. The majority of women face the condition of insufficient Qi and blood, which is very common and can be regulated. How to regulate it requires a detailed plan.

1. Metabolism and detoxification in the 1st week

The first week postpartum. The diet should be as light as possible, eat more easily digestible and non-irritating foods, and avoid eating too rich and nourishing. Because at this time, the mother’s physical strength is very poor, the body swelling has not subsided, the digestive and absorptive function of the gastrointestinal tract has not yet recovered, and accompanied by the strong contraction of the uterus, a large amount of lochia is excreted. Therefore, the focus of supplementation at this stage is to promote the recovery of gastrointestinal function and to replenish physical strength.

2. Nourishing the waist and strengthening the kidneys in the 2nd week

The second week postpartum. As the uterus returns to the pelvic cavity, the recovery of the spleen and stomach function and the复位 and contraction of internal organs become the focus of dietary supplementation this week.

Traditional Chinese medicine believes that the Qi and blood of the human body are derived from the transformation of food by the spleen and stomach, therefore, the spleen and stomach are the foundation of the postnatal body. Therefore, proper nourishment of the spleen and stomach can help new mothers absorb nutrition; it is recommended to eat more kidney ingredients (such as pork kidney, sheep kidney, chicken kidney) at this time, which strengthens the waist and kidneys, helps the contraction of internal organs and the pelvic cavity, and relieves back and waist pain.

3. Nourishing lactation in the 3rd week

The third week postpartum, as the body functions of new mothers gradually recover, the baby’s demand for breast milk also gradually increases. At this stage, it is advisable to start drinking soup to promote lactation. To produce nutrient-rich milk, diet is the most important factor. If the postpartum nourishment is appropriate, the Qi and blood flow smoothly, and milk will be produced continuously.

4. Improving physique in the 4th week

The fourth week postpartum. This is the transition period for new mothers to return to normal life, with their physical strength, digestive system, and spirit fully recovered. This week is crucial for consolidating the postpartum recovery and gradually transitioning to normal diet. Since waste products are expelled during childbirth, if the mother can properly nourish herself throughout the postpartum period, her original women’s diseases, irregular menstrual cycles, and cold hands and feet will improve significantly.