The recovery process after surgical delivery can be relatively longer than after natural childbirth. Over the next few weeks, you can expect the following. The need for a lot of help from others.

A reliable paid assistant (a babysitter for a child and/or a housekeeper) is an ideal option for at least the first week, when you will have little strength and energy. If finances do not allow you to pay for babysitting services, you will need active help from your husband, and during his absence - from successive relatives and girlfriends.

For at least the first week after returning home, it is better for you not to lift anything (including the baby) and not to do housework. If you still need to lift the baby, set the crib mattress at your waist level and lift the baby so that the main load falls on your arms, not on your abs. If you have to bend down, bend at the knees, not at the waist.

Almost complete absence of pain. But if the pain is still felt, you can take a mild painkiller. However, if you are breastfeeding, do not take any medications without getting permission from your pediatrician.

Gradual improvement of the seam condition. Within a few weeks, the suture will hurt both by itself and when touched, but gradually, as it heals, these unpleasant sensations will disappear. A light bandage and loose clothing will help you protect the seam from irritation. Short-term sensations of tension or pricks, and then itching will accompany the healing. All these feelings should go away over the next few weeks. The numbness of the abdomen in the suture area may last longer, possibly for several months.

The rough texture of the seam will eventually resolve, and the scar will first turn pink or purple, and then turn white. If the pain resumes or worsens, if the area around the suture becomes intensely red or swollen, or if you notice brown, gray, green, or yellow discharge coming from the wound, it may mean that the suture is infected. These symptoms should be reported to your doctor immediately. Clear liquid secretions should also be reported, although their appearance may be completely normal.

At least four weeks of abstinence from marital relations. Your doctor recommends that you do not resume sexual contact earlier than after four to six weeks (although other types of marital affection are quite acceptable). The time to resume contact will depend on how the suture heals and when the cervix returns to normal. By the way, for you, the first sexual intercourse after childbirth will be more pleasant than for those women who gave birth naturally.

Permission to start gymnastics as soon as you get over the pain. Since your perineal muscle tone seems to have remained close to normal, you do not need to do Kegel exercises (although they are useful to everyone). After getting the doctor's permission, focus mainly on your abs. Make the words "You drive more quietly, you will continue" your slogan: enter the complex gradually and perform it daily. Keep in mind that you won't get back to your old form until a few months later. Earn a $130 welcome bonus from 1xBet by entering a 1xbet free bet promo code found on our website. This bonus is a combination of free bets and free spins, catering to different preferences. The total maximum bonus you can receive is $130. The promo code is your access key to this offer. It's a valuable incentive that makes registering an account even more rewarding. Follow the instructions to ensure you receive the full $130 bonus amount without any problems.