Heya so possibly TMI but question for all the c section mommas
So my 6 weeks post c section was Oct 7th and my partner and I have been sexually active since then, every time we do (and it’s a very weird way to explain it but only way I know how) I get that uncomfortable pain like when you can feel that you need to change a tampon and it starts to be too uncomfortable, I only get this feeling during and after sex and have never felt this before the c section. Even after a natural birth with my first boy everything was fine. Is this normal to have this feeling?
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At around 6 weeks after a C-section, some women can experience discomfort during sex, but pain that feels like pressure or needing to change a tampon isn't something you should ignore, especially if it happens every time.
Possible causes include:
Pelvic floor muscle tension after pregnancy and birth.
Vaginal dryness, particularly if breastfeeding.
Tenderness during recovery after surgery.
Pelvic or uterine problems, which may need checking by a doctor.
It's best to stop if sex hurts and arrange a GP appointment, particularly if the pain keeps happening. Seek urgent medical care if you have severe or worsening pain, fever, heavy bleeding, or foul-smelling discharge.

Yup. Ive had the feeling before multiple times when I first started having sex again with my husband after c-sections. Gotta remember how many layers of skin they cut through. Your body is still healing and dealing with scar tissue.

My baby was a emergency c-section and at 32 weeks and 4 day and she now 1 month 5 weeks for the due date September i haven't had sex yet cause my not to sure if my inside are ready

I felt that way too but after a year and a half it gets better

First few times me and my partner did I had that feeling also it's a really strange feeling but it went away pretty fast it's honestly your body recovery and hormones etc too all still out of whack take it easy on yourself 🩷☺️
Can anyone please give me some insight on what they chose to do with their placenta.

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Hi Mummas 👋🏼
Does it look like my bump is dropping already at 34 weeks?
FTM! I have a feeling she is coming early. Horrific pelvic girdle pain and constantly moving! She’s been head down since 30 weeks. Measuring on track at 53rd percentile.
Interested to know your thoughts! 🩷

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Hi,this is going to come across the wrong way but has anyone else had a scan at 31 weeks and thought oh she/he has a big nose 😂 absolutely gorgeous still but has anyone thought this and it be a totally different story when they’re born?
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I have been scheduled to have a c-section on the 2nd of November due to some complications with my twins (I'll be 37 weeks)... the boys have been both head down for a while so I prepared myself for vaginal delivery but suddenly my waters have increased and both of them flipped into transverse position. What are your recommendations for an easier recovery? I have heard the post op pillow is useful but is there anything else I should consider buying? Are the silicone type patches for c-sections worth it? I will also be staying at the hospital from Friday meaning a longer hospital stay so I can be monitored and be on strict bed rest so I only have a few days to prepare 😬

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Heya so possibly TMI but question for all the c section mommas
So my 6 weeks post c section was Oct 7th and my partner and I have been sexually active since then, every time we do (and it’s a very weird way to explain it but only way I know how) I get that uncomfortable pain like when you can feel that you need to change a tampon and it starts to be too uncomfortable, I only get this feeling during and after sex and have never felt this before the c section. Even after a natural birth with my first boy everything was fine. Is this normal to have this feeling?

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I was sat in bed just now and when I stood up there was a large wet patch on the bed, I didn’t even notice it happening. It wasn’t huge but more than any sort of discharge patch I’ve had before. Also I’m usually a bit wet down there with the discharge but it’s dry all of a sudden. Have my waters broken or just a one off large discharge maybe? It only had a faint smell
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