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What are risks and benefits of C-section birth? c-section education c-section scar caesarean birth emergency c-section healing post c-section Mar 09, 2022

Caesarean delivery is a possibility in all pregnancies. Doctors Chervenak & McCullough, of New York, USA1 argue that pregnant patients should be prepared for this possibility well in advance of...

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Why donโ€™t C-section mamas get a rehab referral like other people who have major surgery? birth trauma c-section education c-section pain c-section recovery c-section scar c-section stitches caesarean birth caesarean section healing post c-section new mums pain control rehabilitation supprt network Jan 28, 2022

I know the answer but it still beats me, especially given the fact that they are expected to do their own rehab whilst caring for another little life who has them on call 24/7!

 

The growing...

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After the C-section .....at home, what next? c-section education c-section recovery c-section stitches caesarean scar Dec 23, 2021

Here are some helpful tips.

Many underestimate the impact of surgical birth, a surgery that is actually classified as a major surgery! Though it will be tempting to want to get home soon after your...

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Post C-section Pain Explained birth trauma burst stitches c-section pain c-section recovery c-section stitches caesarean pain infections pain killers pain score painreleif wound infection Dec 08, 2021

There is a common myth is that Caesarean birth is easy, but I'm about to debunk that once and for all!!

Many C-section mamas are accused of taking the easy way out, however, let me tell you from...

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C-Section FAQs: Things you need to know about C-Sections c-section education c-section recovery caesarean scar emergency c-section healing post c-section Jun 22, 2021

What just happened…? If you've just had an emergency C-Section, you might be left wondering what just happened.

If a Caesarean birth wasn’t in the birth plan, or even if it was,...

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10 Practical gifts for C-Section Mums. c-section recovery gift ideas new mums May 28, 2021

Do you have a loved one, friend, sister or daughter who's just had a C-section?

After my first emergency C-section, I received a lot of hand-creams as gifts. It’s the thought that counts...

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Have you just had an emergency C-Section? birth trauma c-section recovery emergency c-section May 19, 2021

If you’ve had an Emergency C-section you may be wondering what happened. One minute you are planning a natural birth, and the next, you were under lights on the operating table.

If your...

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How to protect the C-section Scar from breakdown. c-section education c-section recovery c-section scar caesarean scar healing post c-section wound breakdown wound infection Apr 04, 2021

 

Surgical wound complications are real, and you can help prevent them.

The incidence of wound breakdown after caesarean birth is significant and women should have knowledge and understanding...

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Will I need a full shave for my Caesarean birth ? c-section education c-section scar wound infection Feb 11, 2021

No, the only area for hair removal is the skin covering the site or area cut to get through the uterus or womb. The most common C-section cut is just above the pubic bone and below the bikini line,...

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Recovering from C-section Birth Trauma birth trauma c-section education c-section recovery post natal anxiety post natal depression Nov 11, 2020

Content Warning:  This article contains a recount of a traumatic birth which may be a trigger for some people. 

Research has long held that redheads need more anaesthetic than individuals...

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C-section Incision - what about healing? c-section education c-section recovery caesarean scar healing post c-section Nov 07, 2020

After C-section birth, the stitches or staples will be removed from the wound after 5 days after which it takes 5-6 weeks for complete healing unless of course infection or wound breakdown have...

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Recovery from C-section birth - First 24 hours Oct 28, 2020

Once your doctor has stitched your wound up you and baby and partner will be transferred to the recovery room for 30 minutes to an hour providing all is well.

After you leave the recovery room you...

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