Exercise 6 weeks after c section

What movement did people start to introduce? I won’t do anything too vigorous until I’ve seen the pelvic physio as I don’t want to compromise anything that may have been extremely weakened through pregnancy! But just wondering what types of classes/movement people started off with?

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Hi Emma ,Pelvic physio here ,its an extremely good idea to see physio before to confirm about rectus diastasis or any chance of prolapse, meanwhile you can start pelvic floor exercises, walking and some gentle stretching.

I started mummy and baby yoga at 6 weeks and it was lovely. Lots of pelvic exercises and slow core work, then got back into jogging around 8 weeks.

I started MumFitWonder classes 5 weeks after my second c-section. She has different types of classes and I accidentally signed up for a pretty rigorous one 😅 Had to baby wear which was tough in itself, ended up being totally fine but the week after I changed to her yoga classes instead and that was better

I would start with a brisk walk indoor or outdoor. That’s probably your best option. Then your physical therapist will recommend what to do next based on your physical.

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