A cesarean delivery is a surgery where an incision is made through the abdominal wall to deliver a baby quickly and safely. Cesarean deliveries are sometimes medically necessary, but the recovery time ...

A C-section is major surgery, so you will need at least 4 to 6 weeks to fully recover. One of the best ways to a quick recovery is walking, which you can start while still in the hospital. You'll need ...

Fact: Giving birth is never easy. But if you’ve had a C-section (whether it was planned or not), then the period after delivery can come with a host of unique challenges—it is a major surgery, after ...

Staying active throughout pregnancy may do more than boost mood and energy—it could also help speed up recovery following childbirth, including after a cesarean section. That was the experience of ...

After a C-section, you'll probably feel both delighted and overwhelmed by the new baby in your arms. You'll also be ...

Loving a C-section scar is not about pretending recovery is easy. It is about honoring your body’s work, caring for your ...

Have you recently had a C-section? Are you planning to have a C-section? I had a C-section for my first and let’s just say these are the things that worked for Me. A common emotion in these parts is a ...

Racheal Ede is an experienced medical and health writer with an extensive health background as a medical laboratory scientist. She is passionate about helping people make informed medical decisions by ...

A C-section delivery is a major surgery, and recovering from one takes time, patience, and self-care. C-sections are a common birthing experience, affecting millions of women worldwide. It's perfectly ...

I’ve always prided myself on being super in tune with my body and pretty clued up on women’s physiology. I’m a qualified personal trainer, health and wellness journalist and former WH editor, and I’ve ...