New Health Experts Q&A Women’s Health Pregnancy & Prenatal Care

How to care for private parts after pregnancy

Asked by:Michelle

Asked on:Apr 16, 2026 06:27 AM

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  • Alyssa Alyssa

    Apr 16, 2026

      The structure of the vagina is divided into vulva, vulva and vagina. Cleansing usually refers to cleaning the vulva and vagina. The vagina has its own self-cleaning system. Under normal circumstances, under the action of vaginal bacilli, the glycogen rich in vaginal epithelial cells can be decomposed into lactic acid to maintain the normal acidic environment of the vagina and inhibit pathogens that are adapted to reproduce in a weakly alkaline environment.

      Under the influence of estrogen, vaginal epithelial cells continue to metabolize, proliferate and thicken, increasing their resistance to pathogens.

      The tight structure of the vulva and vagina can also effectively prevent the invasion of bacteria. Clean the vagina because the vagina is skin There are residual urine and feces residues, so frequent cleaning and decontamination are still required, but in moderation. Excessive cleaning will destroy the protective film on the surface of the vaginal skin and destroy the self-cleaning system. Some can also make the vagina become dry and uncomfortable, or even itchy.

      During pregnancy, especially in the early stages of pregnancy, affected by the sharp increase in hormones, the metabolism in the body is strong, and the secretion of vaginal epithelial cells and cervical glands is strong, resulting in an increase in vaginal secretions.

      Symptoms include frequent vaginal discharge from the vulva. The vaginal discharge is usually milky white, odorless and non-irritating. It is a symptom of the reproductive system. healthy One of the signs is definitely not unclean. Expectant mothers don’t need to panic or over-wash.

      Prepare your own special washing basin and special towels. Wash the basin before use, and dry the towels in the sun or in a ventilated place after use. Because towels have not been exposed to sunlight for a long time, they are prone to breed bacteria and fungi. 》》》 How should pregnant women prevent and treat vaginitis? 

      Gently wash your vulva with warm water every night. After defecation, develop the habit of wiping with tissue paper from front to back, and wash or rinse the anus with warm water.

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