Following the Korean Wave? Chasing fashion. Health care and confinement for Korean pregnant mothers are different from what you think! If you want to be a Korean fashion mom, you can too! This magazine has an exclusive interview with well-known blogger Kim Lafo Ye. She shares her experience as a Korean and Taiwanese daughter-in-law on how to follow the Korean Wave during pregnancy and postpartum period!
Korean pregnant women eat these to replenish their bodies
Are you pregnant, do you want to live a fashionable and healthy pregnancy life like the pregnant mothers in Korean dramas? Let’s take a look at what Korean moms eat when they’re pregnant!
Kelp sprout soup
Jin Laofuye said that in Korea, everyone thinks that kelp sprout soup is eaten after giving birth, but in fact, it starts to be eaten during pregnancy, starting from the early stages of pregnancy. It doesn't matter whether you are alive or not, it helps blood circulation and calcium supplementation, which is very beneficial to the body.
Pumpkin water
Pregnant mothers who are worried about gaining weight during pregnancy can drink pumpkin water and cook it until it is watery without pumpkin particles. It tastes good. The mouth is full of the sweetness of pumpkin. For moms who don’t have time to cook, there are also single-packaged products on the market. Drinking pumpkin water can help reduce edema in the later stages of pregnancy.
Sunflower seeds
Sunflower seeds are sunflower seeds, rich in vitamin E, B complex and other vitamins. They can be eaten in early pregnancy to prevent miscarriage and help fetal brain development.
Fish soup, fried fish
Fresh fish soup, fried fish and other fish dishes are also must-eats for Korean pregnant women to maintain their health. Fish itself has high DHA content, so eating more fish dishes has the following benefits: Conducive to nursing care during pregnancy. Kim Lafayette emphasized that real Korean girls do not place too much emphasis on the concept of losing weight. They will eat whatever they want for the sake of their babies, and they do not have many pregnancy taboos. They can even eat a little ice cream during pregnancy.
Kimchi is also a must-eat with every meal!
As for South Korea’s national delicacy, kimchi, it is also a must-eat for mothers during pregnancy. In Korea, kimchi is a side dish served at every meal, but during pregnancy you cannot eat too spicy food, so you will eat kimchi made from cabbage that is not spicy at all.
In addition, during pregnancy, Jin Lafayette would eat a little black sesame seeds every day by adding it to drinks and drinking it. Usually after getting up in the morning, he would drink a cup of black sesame mother's milk, so his daughter** * After birth, hair grows very thickly. She also recommends eating two or three walnuts a day during pregnancy, which are rich in Omega-3 and are helpful for fetal brain development.
Korean pregnant mothers make homemade facial masks to maintain their skin
On the other hand, there are many skin problems during pregnancy, and Korean mothers will wear facial masks to deal with dry skin problems. In order to avoid concerns about chemical residues, facial masks are not purchased from outside, but made at home. For example, lemon facial mask is made by mixing squeezed lemonade and milk with flour before applying it on the face. With the same logic, you can also make kiwi fruit, fruit and vegetable, honey masks, etc.
However, Jin Lafayette praised Taiwan's pregnant mothers, "They rank first in Asia in terms of health care. Not only do many pregnant mothers control their diet properly, they do not touch iced water, pickled products, etc. In order to make the baby’s skin whiter, she also drinks soy milk every day.”
During her pregnancy in Taiwan, Jin Lafayette would eat pearl powder and bird’s nest, but food such as bird’s nest and pearl powder were not available in Korea, so she thought Taiwan would. Pregnancy care products are more diversified and abundant than those in Korea, and expectant mothers also know better about health care.
Korean outfits during pregnancy focus on coordinating the upper and lower body
In terms of dressing and matching during pregnancy, what can Taiwanese pregnant mothers do if they want to try Korean style? Kim Lafayette suggested: "Korean pregnant mothers will choose a tighter and narrower lower body, such as underpants; while the upper body will be looser and longer, such as a wide shirt, which can cover the belly." In terms of visual aesthetics, if the upper body is , the lower body is loose, and the body volume will look very large. As for the color, you can match it to your own preference.
Jin Lafayette emphasized that Korean girls like to try out different colors of makeup, regardless of whether they are pregnant or not. Taiwanese women don’t seem to like orange lipstick very much, as they are afraid that their already yellowish skin will become darker after using it. Shen, but Korean girls like bold and bright colors like orange very much, and are very willing to spend money on lipstick. Not only do they focus on lipstick in makeup, but they also buy many lipsticks to match their mood. Chasing the Korean wave? Chasing fashion. Health care and confinement for Korean pregnant mothers are different from what you think!
Three must-eat foods during confinement in Korea
Like Taiwan, Korea attaches great importance to postpartum confinement care. What foods do Korean pregnant mothers eat during confinement?
Kelp sprout soup
Whether you are pregnant or postpartum, kelp sprout soup is indispensable on the Korean table. Kim Lafayette said that in Korea, kelp sprout soup basically takes a month to eat, because eating it every day will make you tired, so Korean mothers will add beef, clams, seafood, etc. to slightly change the taste. However, it is enough to eat kelp sprout soup once a day, not all three meals.
Pumpkin stew
Pumpkin stew is also one of the must-eat postpartum soups in Korea. The method is to dig out the seeds in the middle of the pumpkin, put chicken broth and supplements in it, and then use the whole pumpkin to make soup.
This postpartum soup is nutritious and delicious, and you can enjoy the freshness and sweetness of pumpkin at the same time. Pumpkin can help diuresis.
Carp soup
Carp soup is a good tonic for repairing wounds. It not only has diuretic and calcium supplement effects, but can also help mothers expel blood clots. In addition to cooking it yourself, there are also convenience packs available for purchase, so that busy postpartum mothers do not have to be busy.
According to Jin Laofuye’s analysis, the key point for Korean mothers during confinement is to emphasize that they must eat protein, but do not eat too much animal protein, and try to supplement it with plant-based protein, which is more beneficial to the body. absorbed.
Confinement care is very different between Taiwan and South Korea
Mr. Jin, who was born in South Korea and lives in Taiwan, what do you think are the differences between confinement care in Taiwan and South Korea?
Korean mothers sleep on the tatami during confinement
The most significant difference between confinement in Korea and Taiwan is that even in confinement centers, they sleep on the floor. Hot water pipes have been buried inside the tatami, and mats are laid on top, so the floor is warm regardless of spring, summer, autumn, or winter. When Korean mothers are in confinement, even in summer, they will wear long sleeves, long underwear, etc. to cover the whole body to avoid cold and wind.
Burn "Kuihao" in a bowl to warm the belly
It is worth mentioning that Korean pregnant mothers will burn the herb "Kuihao" in a bowl, and then cook the whole Place the bowl on the belly to warm the belly. Warming the body will increase circulation in the body and accelerate the discharge of uterine blood clots.
Do not eat sesame oil chicken and biochemical soup
Korean moms will not eat sesame oil chicken and biochemical soup that many traditional Taiwanese mothers eat. Moreover, Korean confinement meals rarely include alcohol, which is different from the cooking habits of ordinary Taiwanese families.
Drinking this during confinement makes your skin better!
Many mothers are worried about drinks during the confinement period. Jin Lafayette recommends drinking 1,500 lemonades a day during the confinement period, which can smooth the skin, replenish moisture and vitamin C, and increase vitality. In addition, if your face is rough and dull due to hormonal changes during pregnancy, you can drink burdock water to improve it. This is done by soaking dried burdock in hot water and adding boiled water to dilute it. You can drink it during pregnancy and after delivery to brighten your skin. , Reduce constipation problem.
The Three Treasures of Postpartum Weight Loss: Body Shaping Clothes, Appetite Control, and Exercise
Regarding the big problem of losing weight after giving birth, what secret tips does Lord Buddha have? She said: "Shaping clothes must be worn, combined with exercise and appetite control." *** It is difficult to restore the pre-pregnancy figure with shaping clothes. Wearing shaping clothes one month after delivery can help control the body shape. In addition, after weaning, she actively carried out weight training and took natural herbal health foods to control appetite, so she lost weight back to her original weight four months after weaning. "You need to lose weight within a year after giving birth, otherwise it will be even harder to lose weight later." She suggested that mothers should walk more and exercise more after giving birth. The body will recover faster, and lying in bed often will make you lose energy. As for what kind of exercise is better? There is no standard answer to this point. Mommy can choose sports according to her personal preference. The key is to get moving!
Jin Lao Fo Ye
Taiwan’s first authentic Korean girl blogger, Jin Lao Fo Ye is from South Korea. She often shares in programs and dramas, introducing Korean websites, clothing, Korean drama outfits, etc. Ancestor.