Massaging scar feels like it's ripping

Hey, I'm almost 5 months pp and I've been trying to massage my c section scar and it feels painful. Is this normal? It feels like something internally is pulling apart or tugging. Im not putting a lot of pressure but im wondering if im doing too much or if this is normal

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Are you using some type of oil? I am also 5 months pp. I’m just using the left over Palmers stretch mark oil that I’ve had while i was pregnant. My gyno told me to use oil and massage my scar for no more than 5-10minutes. On days my scar is a little sensitive i just go side to side on my scar with a little oil.

Yes! Same as . I use Bio-oil to massage mine. I’m 6 months pp and it still gets itchy and tender. At times when I do massage it, it does feel tight and I feel pulling. I also have some numbness. My midwife says it’s totally normal and at about a year it should all subside. 🤞🏼

I usually just use coconut oil but not always. Possibly I'm just overdoing it. I hate how long it takes to heal and feel normal again 🥲 everyone tells me "dont worry its all worth it because you brought your baby into the world safely" which obviously I agree with but also this part sucks

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