Week 1: light diet to help discharge lochia; week 2: replenish blood and qi to aid recovery; weeks 3-6: regulate the body and restore vitality. You may wash your hair and bathe (3 days after a natural birth, 7 days after a C-section), you may use air conditioning (26-28°C), and you may get out of bed and move around moderately. The 42-day postpartum check-up is very important—don’t miss it.
📌 Key Takeaways：A week-by-week 42-day postpartum recovery plan with safe care tips and the essential check-up reminder.
