B. Jordanian mothers have a 40-day lying-in after birth.
C. Japanese mothers rest for the first 2 months after childbirth.
Asian mothers must remain at home with the baby up to 30 days after birth and are not supposed to engage in household chores, including care of the baby. Jordanian mothers have a 40-day lying-in after birth, during which their mothers or sisters care for the baby. Japanese mothers rest for the first 2 months after childbirth. Hispanic practice involves many food restrictions after childbirth, such as avoiding fish, pork, and citrus foods. Vietnamese mothers may give minimal care to their babies and refuse to cuddle or further interact with the baby to ward off "evil" spirits. Asian mothers must remain at home with the baby up to 30 days after birth and are not supposed to engage in household chores, including care of the baby. Jordanian mothers have a 40-day lying-in after birth, during which their mothers or sisters care for the baby. Japanese mothers rest for the first 2 months after childbirth. Hispanic practice involves many food restrictions after childbirth, such as avoiding fish, pork, and citrus foods. Vietnamese mothers may give minimal care to their babies and refuse to cuddle or further interact with the baby to ward off "evil" spirits.
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When assessing attachment behaviors in the parent(s), the nurse should look for the following behaviors: When parents are holding the infant, what kind of body contact is seen? How comfortable do the parents appear in terms of caring for the infant? When the infant is awake, what kinds of stimulation do the parents provide? What type of affection do they demonstrate to the newborn, such as smiling, stroking, kissing, or rocking? Do the parents speak about the infant in terms of identification—who the infant resembles, and what appears special about their infant over other infants? Parents continuing to watch the movie on television when the infant is brought to them is not part of the assessment for attachment behaviors.
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Suggestions for coping with postpartum blues include: (1) Remember that the "blues" are normal and that both the mother and the father or partner may experience them. (2) Get plenty of rest; nap when the baby does if possible. Go to bed early, and let friends and family know when to visit and how they can help. (Remember, you are not "Supermom.") (3) Use relaxation techniques learned in childbirth classes (or ask the nurse to teach you and your partner some techniques). (4) Do something for yourself. Take advantage of the time your partner or family members care for the baby—soak in the tub (a 20-minute soak can be the equivalent of a 2-hour nap), or go for a walk. (5) Plan a day out of the house—go to the mall with the baby, being sure to take a stroller or carriage, or go out to eat with friends without the baby. Many communities have churches or other agencies that provide child care programs such as Mothers' Morning Out. (6) Talk to your partner about the way you feel—for example, about feeling tied down, how the birth met your expectations, and things that will help you (do not be afraid to ask for specifics). (7) If you are breastfeeding, give yourself and your baby time to learn. (8) Seek out and use community resources such as La Leche League or community mental health centers.