For every new mother, eating well and eating correctly during postpartum confinement is of great significance to the health of mother and baby. Mothers who have had a natural delivery are more "satisfied" than mothers who have had a caesarean section, because mothers who have had a natural delivery do not have as many dietary taboos as mothers who have had a caesarean section.

So, how soon can a mother after a natural birth eat meat, and what kind of meat is good?

1. A mother who has just given birth will feel weak and have a poor appetite. This is because the new mother’s gastrointestinal function has not yet fully recovered. Therefore, there is no need to take supplements at this time, but to eat foods that are easy to digest and absorb. For example: fish soup, chicken soup, egg drop soup, steamed buns, noodles, rice, etc. as staple food.

2. On the third day after delivery, the mother can eat an appropriate amount of meat, because at this time the mother's body has basically recovered, and she needs to add high-protein and high-fat foods to replenish physical energy and promote lactation. One week after delivery, mothers can eat more meat, such as chicken, beef, mutton, pork belly, etc.

Here, we recommend several recipes suitable for mothers who have given birth to meat during their confinement:

Day lily, tofu and lean meat soup: Day lily can clear away heat and troubles, diuretic and reduce swelling. It has the function of lowering lactation, and eating it together with protein-rich tofu and lean pork that nourishes yin and moisturizes yin can play a role in replenishing qi and promoting lactation.

Pork ribs, wolfberry and red date soup: Pork ribs are rich in nutrients, delicious and tender. It is a good product for nourishing, strengthening the body, and promoting lactation.

Shredded beef with celery: Both beef and celery are rich in iron and various vitamins and minerals. This dish has the effect of replenishing qi and blood.

In fact, each place has its own customs and eating habits as to what mothers should eat after giving birth. For example, in our hometown, everyone eats meat and eggs the day after a natural birth. This is what everyone does. After I gave birth to my baby, my family cooked a bowl of fermented eggs and served it to me, usually with three eggs. Then, the next step is to kill the chicken and stew the chicken soup.

After the chicken is killed and stewed, it’s time for the next meal. Once again, I am forced to eat a bowl full of chicken, drink chicken soup, and even be forced to eat a bowl of rice by my family. You are not allowed to get out of bed for less than 40 days after confinement. However, this habit of not being allowed to get out of bed should be improved. As for eating habits, it’s good to follow your doctor’s advice or follow your local customs. Finally, I wish you all a good confinement period, good health and good care of your children!