How long did it take for you to recover from a c-section?

Had a c-section a week and a half ago and I am very frustrated because of the pain and limited inability to hold, feed and change my baby. I just stopped taking darvocet and motrin since I am pumping milk and I am afraid the meds might affect my child, so I am just toughing it out daily. Doctor said I could drive 2wks after the operation. I researched about it, and says that you won't feel like yourself again until after 2mos. Is that true for you moms who had a c-section? Please advise. Also, when did your bleeding stop?





Thanks in advance to your helpful replies.

How long did it take for you to recover from a c-section?
hey there i have had 2 c-sections and to be honest i would say it took about a month to feel good and 2 months to feel great a week and a half is to soon to expect to much and i know how you feel i felt so powerless when i could not jump right up to get my baby try Tylenol for pain if your in to much pain it will only make it worse so try Tylenol when it gets to bad and the bleeding is different for everyone but for me the intense bleeding stopped after about 2 weeks and then it was like having a period for about two more but the breast feeding help a lot and after a month i stopped and did not get it back till i quit breastfeeding as hard as it is try to take it easy and just know you had major surgery so it will take time to heal! good luck with the new little one and congrats!
Reply:I had a C-section with my son and I swear to god I was up and about within 4 days. Ask your doctor about a new procedure. What my Dr. did (Dr. Tollie Oliver, Providence Hospital Washington DC) was, he performed a procedure called liquid stitches. I didnt get stitches or staples on the outside. After he delivered my son, he stitched the inside layers but he used liquid stitches (glue) on the outside. I didnt have to monitor the site or anything. I have a tiny line across the bikini line. The glue dissolved in about 4 weeks and I swear to you that I was able to go about (cautiously) my bussiness regarding nursing and caring for my son the moment I got home. Furthermore, do not torture yourself by not taking your meds. I nursed my baby in the hospital and at home and I took percocet and motrin 4 times a day together, (I guess that aided in my abilities ..lol) untill I ran out..lol... it is fine ,,, it does not secrete in breast milk. My son is happy and healthy... good luck!!!
Reply:I had a C-section 4 months ago. The area around the scar is itchy, numb, and still occasionally hurts (only slightly).





The bleeding lasts for about 6 weeks, sometimes longer. It eventually fades from red to brown to yellow.





I couldn't get myself out of bed r in and out of a chair for a week and a 1/2. I could somewhat hold my son after 2 weeks, but it was still difficult. It took me several weeks to be able to lay on my side again.





When you are getting up and down, try holding a pillow tightly against your abdomen - it hurts a little, but it makes it easier to get up/down, and it makes the area feel more secure.





I was told not to drive until 5-6 weeks... Your reflexes might be off... And sudden movement can be painful to the incision area.





When they remove the staples you will feel much more "back to normal."





If you are able to lay on your side, try breastfeeding in bed... It is been the easiest for me. Otherwise, try a boppy pillow.





Make sure you are eating and drinking - I found myself not wanting anything those first few weeks - the darvocet especially made me lose my appetite.





Good luck! It gets easier!
Reply:It is true... about 2 months before you start feeling your strength again. Every week will get better. If you need pain medication, do not hesitate to take it... they are also intended to bring down the swelling, which will help you heal.


It was the simple things that were the hardest... opening doors, lying down, sitting up, picking up your baby!!!


If I can give you any advice.... DO NOT OVER-DO-IT.... don't try to be a hero.... you have had major abdominal surgery. If at any time you think you may have an infection.... see a doctor ASAP. I didn't take reddening of my incision really seriously, and ended up spending two extra weeks in the hospital.... not with my baby.
Reply:Hey I have had two c-sections and awaiting my third. The first one was horrible and I could not do much of any thing for about the first 3 weeks and then still had a lot of pains. The second was a lot better I was only down about a week. I'm a bigger person so I think that probably had a lot to do with it and if you had stapes then that also will lengthen the time of recovery.


My bleeding was not that bad and had went away within a week and a half.