Going outside after section

When is the right time to go for a walk after c section? I know everyone’s different but would be good to get other peoples opinions! I’m 5 days post cs today and would like to go for a small walk but I’m scared that’s a silly idea.

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If you feel up for it, go for it. Pretty sure I went for a short work on day 4 or 5. Just take it very easy!

I’m day 6 post c section today, I went out for a little walk yesterday. It was lovely to get out and get some fresh air.
I would suggest only go for a little one, it felt great being out, but I did feel sore after.
If you’re going by yourself, let someone know where you’re going or have your phone on you to call someone if you end up struggling and need picking up. Take it at your own pace and enjoy! ⭐️

I went out for a walk 2 days post emergency c section. Not silly at all

Whenever you feel ready ☺️

I went 2 days after both

I went for a short walk on day 3 with the pram and was out regularly from day 5 x

Think it took me 3 weeks but I did have psychosis lol

When you feel like it! I was out from day 3/4 both times

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