General anaesthetic c section

•Get a belly band! I didn’t like the hospital one, got a basic one from Amazon.
•stay on top pain meds the first 2 weeks
•ice ice ice
•take it easy, walk around because it does help, but don’t over do it

I had C section but was under spinal so i was awake but it was quick 30-45 mins and it was done. You’ll be fine, just think whatever is safe for u and for the baby :)

I no it different I was awake for c section but I never had surgery before had to have surgery last October under Ga for something else and was so worried I’ve got health anxiety so anxious person in general honestly it was fine
your in theatre speaking nd next thing your in recovery ❤️‍🩹 wishing you a quick easy recovery x

I had both my c sections under general! It was nice because when I woke up, I wasnt numb at all! I had a really good experience with it all

I liked having the Frida C-section prepared bag, but you can put your own together. I used the Frida ice pads because they were better than the hospital, and the kit has a waist band with reusable ice packs for post-op. I used the hospital band initially because it was softer in the incision and graduated to the Keababies three part band eventually which also helped with spinal arthritis. It also has C-section scar patches that keep anything from rubbing on the incision as it heals.

Definitely, listen to your body; doing too much too soon is a no go, especially if you end up with Diastasis Recti like me. The recovery time period isn't long for no reason, so don't be discouraged by people with vaginal births bouncing back so much faster. I used a cane during my recovery and that made a huge difference for getting myself to the restroom and caring for my baby

Eat well, stay hydrated, and get plenty of fiber or put chia seeds on everything to avoid needing stool softener or metamucil.

You’ll have to sleep upright for a little while I found my pregnancy pillow with extra pillows was good for support. Nighties that button up were a life saver also high waisted underwear nothing that will sit where your scar will be. I second staying on top of pain meds alternate them so ibuprofen and then paracetamol a couple of hours later so you’re always topped up on some sort of pain medication! I hope you have a smooth recovery ❤️

Loose clothing is also a must. All I wore for weeks was a rotation of the Frida nursing gowns and their disposable underwear once zu ean out of my hospital supply.

Figure how to rest comfortably and support your back to prevent stress on the incision. Also, set up near the bathroom and baby to reduce stress in the incision, but try to make a little time for your own self-care to keep your spirits up

Yes! I didn’t mention, loose clothing