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→her menstrual cycle has not returned.

 A breastfeeding woman can also choose any other family planning method,

either to use alone or together with LAM.

5. Stress the importance of postpartum examination. Visits and follow up to

assess involution, general health, and wellbeing of the mother before

discharge.

6. The care of the newborn which includes:

A. Hygiene

 Wash the baby's face and neck daily. Bathe her/him when necessary. After

bathing, thoroughly dry the baby and then dress and keep her/him warm.

 Wash baby's bottom when soiled and dry it thoroughly.

 Wash your hands with soap and water before and after handling the baby,

especially after touching her/his bottom.

B. Care for the newborn's umbilical cord

 Keep cord stump loosely covered with a clean cloth. Fold diaper and clothes

below stump.

 Do not put anything on the stump. If the birth at home without a skilled
attendant, apply chlorhexidine to the stump daily until it separates.

 If stump area is soiled, wash with clean water and soap. Then dry completely

with clean cloth.

 Wash your hands with soap and water before and after care.

C. Maintain warmth of the newborn

 In cold climates, keep at least an area of the room warm.

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