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Introduction :

 The postpartum period, also known as the puerperium, refers to the

time after delivery when maternal physiological changes related to

pregnancy return to the nonpregnant state. In addition to physiologic

changes and medical issues that may arise during this period.
 The nurses should be aware of the physical, psychological needs of the

postpartum mother and sensitive to cultural differences that surround childbirth.

 Definition of Puerperium:

 It is a period that begins upon delivery of the infant to the end of the six to eight

weeks after delivery during which the maternal body in general, and the genital

organs in particular return to the pre-pregnant condition.

 Puerperium is divided into:
1. Immediate postpartum (first 24 hours).

2. Early postpartum (first week).
3. Late postpartum (from second week till end of six weeks).

Characteristics of the Postpartum Period:

 Involution: of the reproductive organs or regressive changed.

 Lactation: is initiated.

 Recovery: from physiological effort & emotional symptoms"Recuperation".

Physiological Changes during The Puerperium:

The major maternal physiological during puerperium:

1. Changes in Reproductive Organs
1) Uterus:

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