This could be too TMI...but I'm beginning to smell pretty ripe 'down there.' How should I be cleaning it properly during confinement period?

During the first month after giving birth, there will be more vaginal discharge. You can use warm water daily to clean the genitals. Also, change the sanitary pad more regularly and keep the area clean and dry. The discharge will continue for about 4-6 weeks. It is important to keep the area clean to prevent infections because the vaginal discharge may be colonized by vaginal commensals such as non-hemolytic streptococci and E. coli. For more information on hygiene care during confinement, you can refer to this article: http://postnatal-confinement.com/chinese-postnatal-confinement-hygiene-care/