Does Sauna During Postpartum Affect Infants?

Question

In neonatology, some parents are concerned about the effects of using a sauna (also known as sweating therapy) during the postpartum period. They report that their newborn has recently developed red spots and is experiencing vomiting, and they want to know if using a sauna during the postpartum period can affect the infant.

Answer

In neonatology, using a sauna (also known as sweating therapy) during the postpartum period may have certain effects on infants. This is because mothers experience significant blood loss during childbirth, along with sweating, back pain, and abdominal pain, leading to extreme weakness. At this time, they are highly susceptible to wind and cold invasions, requiring a period of recuperation and replenishment to regain health. Therefore, postpartum mothers need to rest and recover during the postpartum period. Yinzhi Huang granules are a traditional Chinese medicine for jaundice relief. For babies over 40 days old, they should be used according to the dosage instructions on the package, and their jaundice status should be closely monitored, as physiological jaundice usually subsides by this time.