Confinement in Chinese: Understanding the Traditional Postpartum Practice of 坐月子
For over two millennia, Chinese mothers have followed a sacred postpartum tradition that prioritizes complete rest, specialized nutrition, and unwavering family support. This practice, known as confinement in Chinese culture or 坐月子 (zuò yuè zi), literally translates to “sitting the month” and represents one of the world’s most comprehensive approaches to postpartum recovery. Dating back … Read more
