How long before I can stand without pain?

10 days post-partum, still unable to stand for more than a few minutes without pain that radiates through my pelvis and demands I sit back down for it to stop.
Sitting is uncomfortable, I had a 2nd degree tear and stitches for a vaginal wall repair but the pain when standing is extreme, walking is fine it only is an issue if stood still.

It's really caught me off guard I thought recovery would be easier than this I can't even stand and wash some dishes without feeling close to tears and needing to stop and sit

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I had a 3rd degree tear and I’m currently 6 weeks postpartum and I still have pain when going to the toilet. The standing without pain does take around 2-3 weeks. Don’t sit directly on your bum, sit to the side and if you have a nursing pillow, use that if you need to sit completely upright

I think it depends on how well you heel and your pain tolerance. I was 14 days pp and in no pain

I also had a 2nd degree tear. It took me about 14 days. I’m 17 days now and I don’t get pain unless I’ve been sat on an uncomfy seat for too long. I’ve had lower back pain still but that’s it for me. If you have a pillow with a hole in like one of them donut pillows, I’d recommend using one of them as they can be quite helpful. As long as it’s a soft one x

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