How do I care for my perineum?
Whether your perineum is stitched or not, it requires hygiene care. It is important to:
- Rinse (with mild soap or Kamillosan) every time you urinate
- Dry thoroughly
- Regularly change sanitary towels
The stitches heal and the threads are spontaneously resorbed within about ten days.
Perineum care :
Perineal rehabilitation (strength training for the perineum) is important, and can be started within the first two months after childbirth.
A "meeting space" with the midwife and physiotherapist twice a week in the Postpartum Division where the topic is discussed. If problems related to the perineum (involuntary discharge of urine, feces, gas) appear in the medium term, a "Perineology Consultation” will occur at the Maternity.
