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May 28, 2020

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Sanhujori (산후조리): Korean postpartum care is sacred and special

CultureBy Best of KoreaMay 28, 2020

In western countries, women take a shower immediately after childbirth. They have a regular diet, start walking around, and go out in the cold weather. On the other hand, Korean women are advised not to take a shower for a week or more. They are not allowed to put their hands in cold water. For…

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