Is it compulsory to remain at home for 40 days after giving birth even if bleeding stops a few days after birth?

Answer

It is compulsory for females to remain within the home environment for the entire duration of their lives, not only for 40 days after giving birth. They may emerge from their homes fully clad in Islamic style only for needs and for reasons allowed by the Shariah, e.g. to visit relatives. This law applies whether a woman is in the state of nifaas (post natal bleeding) or not. It is not restricted to 40 days or to the duration of bleeding.