C Section 4 days post Op - look normal!?

Hi everyone, I had a c section on Thursday and I’m getting sharp pulling pains when i move too quickly or get up off bed etc around the cut. Is this normal? also do you think the scar is healing ok!?

First time mum here - Please help!

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Your scar looks really good! I had a c section on Monday and i get those same sharp pains, I think it is normal and maybe your body is just reminding you to be more gentle

Looks fab! I had the same pains, I’m 4 weeks pp tomorrow and still get twinges if I move too fast / use my stomach muscles too much! X

Looks normal to me. The pains are normal too

The scar is healing really well I’m 6 weeks pp from an emergency c section - it’s also completely normal to get pains the first couple of weeks because you and your body are recovering from a serious operation I know this might be hard to do with a new born but try to take it easy and keep on top with your painkillers it does get better I promise just got to fight through it and remember your a worrier xxx

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