I had my baby in February and it was a C-section. Since I had no relatives around I had to manage everything on my own and couldn't rest after one day. Now after 7 weeks my abdominal area is very swollen. How do I reduce it? I've always been so conscious about my body and this is making me depressed. Please help.
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You poor thing. The c section mamas group on here is a gold mine of support and info. If it makes you feel better I was also swollen 7 weeks post c section despite having a partner only work 3 days a week. You can start doing some scar massage and keep hydrated
Obviously try to get as much rest as you can when you feel sore but I think walking actually helps with swelling so when you're not sore do try to go out with a pram. Or if you have a comfortable carrier use that.
Hydration is so important! And you can eat anti inflammatory foods like olive oil rather than rapeseed, less fried foods, more fresh fruit and veg

Also I got my period at 8/9 weeks pp after getting an IUD and was so swollen from that so it could be your cycle returning early as well! Not your fault. You just had a baby so try to give yourself a break. ❤️
Thank you Alex! I will try doing that and will update you here. Bless you and your baby x