The document discusses the postpartum period known as the puerperium. It lasts approximately six weeks after delivery and is divided into three phases - immediate (first 24 hours), early (days 2-7) and late (weeks 2-6). During this time, the body returns to its pre-pregnant state as the uterus involutes, hormones adjust and breastfeeding is established if desired. Complications that can arise include postpartum hemorrhage, infection, thrombosis and depression. Monitoring of mother and baby is important to ensure a healthy recovery and positive bonding experience.

1. PUERPERIUM
PUERPERIUM
PUERPERIUM
DR RAISHEM
ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR
OBGYN

2. PUERPERIUM
PUERPERIUM
PUERPERIUM
Puerperium, also known as the
postpartum period, is the time after
delivery when the body returns to its pre-
pregnant state. It lasts approximately six
weeks and is divided into three phases:
immediate, early, and late. During this
time, the uterus undergoes involution,
hormones readjust, and breastfeeding is
established.
Puerperium, also known as the
postpartum period, is the time after
delivery when the body returns to its pre-
pregnant state. It lasts approximately six
weeks and is divided into three phases:
immediate, early, and late. During this
time, the uterus undergoes involution,
hormones readjust, and breastfeeding is
established.
Puerperium, also known as the
postpartum period, is the time after
delivery when the body returns to its pre-
pregnant state. It lasts approximately six
weeks and is divided into three phases:
immediate, early, and late. During this
time, the uterus undergoes involution,
hormones readjust, and breastfeeding is
established.

3. The immediate puerperium is the first 24
hours after delivery. During this time, the
focus is on monitoring the mother's vital
signs, managing pain, and assessing for
any complications. The baby is also
assessed for any immediate concerns.
The immediate puerperium is the first 24
hours after delivery. During this time, the
focus is on monitoring the mother's vital
signs, managing pain, and assessing for
any complications. The baby is also
assessed for any immediate concerns.
The immediate puerperium is the first 24
hours after delivery. During this time, the
focus is on monitoring the mother's vital
signs, managing pain, and assessing for
any complications. The baby is also
assessed for any immediate concerns.
IMMEDIATE PUERPERIUM
IMMEDIATE PUERPERIUM
IMMEDIATE PUERPERIUM

4. EARLY PUERPERIUM
EARLY PUERPERIUM
EARLY PUERPERIUM
The early puerperium lasts from day 2 to
day 7 postpartum. During this time, the
mother is monitored for any signs of
infection, hemorrhage, or thrombosis.
Breastfeeding is established, and the
mother and baby are assessed for any
feeding difficulties.
The early puerperium lasts from day 2 to
day 7 postpartum. During this time, the
mother is monitored for any signs of
infection, hemorrhage, or thrombosis.
Breastfeeding is established, and the
mother and baby are assessed for any
feeding difficulties.
The early puerperium lasts from day 2 to
day 7 postpartum. During this time, the
mother is monitored for any signs of
infection, hemorrhage, or thrombosis.
Breastfeeding is established, and the
mother and baby are assessed for any
feeding difficulties.

5. LATE PUERPERIUM
LATE PUERPERIUM
LATE PUERPERIUM
The late puerperium lasts from day 8 to
week 6 postpartum. During this time, the
mother's body continues to heal and
return to its pre-pregnant state. The focus
is on promoting maternal and infant
bonding, providing support for
breastfeeding, and assessing for any
postpartum depression.
The late puerperium lasts from day 8 to
week 6 postpartum. During this time, the
mother's body continues to heal and
return to its pre-pregnant state. The focus
is on promoting maternal and infant
bonding, providing support for
breastfeeding, and assessing for any
postpartum depression.
The late puerperium lasts from day 8 to
week 6 postpartum. During this time, the
mother's body continues to heal and
return to its pre-pregnant state. The focus
is on promoting maternal and infant
bonding, providing support for
breastfeeding, and assessing for any
postpartum depression.

6. COMPLICATIONS
COMPLICATIONS
COMPLICATIONS
Although the puerperium is a normal
physiological process, there are potential
complications that can arise. These
include postpartum hemorrhage,
infection, thrombosis, and postpartum
depression. It's important to monitor for
signs and symptoms and seek medical
attention if necessary.
Although the puerperium is a normal
physiological process, there are potential
complications that can arise. These
include postpartum hemorrhage,
infection, thrombosis, and postpartum
depression. It's important to monitor for
signs and symptoms and seek medical
attention if necessary.
Although the puerperium is a normal
physiological process, there are potential
complications that can arise. These
include postpartum hemorrhage,
infection, thrombosis, and postpartum
depression. It's important to monitor for
signs and symptoms and seek medical
attention if necessary.

7. CONCLUSION
CONCLUSION
CONCLUSION
The puerperium is a critical time for both the mother and
baby. Monitoring and support are essential to ensure a
healthy recovery for the mother and a positive start for the
baby. With proper care, the postpartum period can be a time
of joy and bonding for the whole family.
The puerperium is a critical time for both the mother and
baby. Monitoring and support are essential to ensure a
healthy recovery for the mother and a positive start for the
baby. With proper care, the postpartum period can be a time
of joy and bonding for the whole family.
The puerperium is a critical time for both the mother and
baby. Monitoring and support are essential to ensure a
healthy recovery for the mother and a positive start for the
baby. With proper care, the postpartum period can be a time
of joy and bonding for the whole family.
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