Pool After C Section

If the uterus loses its tone and becomes flabby it s called uterine atony or a boggy uterus and large amounts of internal bleeding can occur rapidly according to david miller m d.

Pool after c section. The adjustable bed makes life a lot less painful after a c section. Lol i had my c sec almost a month ago on the 9th hope some one can help us. I have a friend that went to six flags two weeks after a similar surgery went on a water ride and her incision became infected with cellulitis.

Mum s grapevine had a quick chat with our resident expert for all things obs gyno specialist obstetrician dr gary sykes to get the low down on taking a dip after a c section. The reason behind this recommendation is because your body is still an open wound. I think i m gonna take my chances and go to the pool tomorrow.

Swimming is ideal exercise after a c section but don t start too soon post surgery recovery. You should make sure you ask your doctor and have clearance after your postpartum checkup. Begin to exercise only after your doctor has cleared you for movement.

My suggestion is to not swim until you are completely healed and have the go ahead from your doctor. You do not want to risk infection. It caused many complications.

Next the cut goes through all those muscles and tissue and if you soak in a bath or pool the water can seep in and cause bacteria. According to chrissie gallagher mundy author of cesarean recovery women can begin swimming. My wound is healing well.

I guess this place does 4 weeks instead of 6 weeks. Vaginal bleeding lochia after delivery suggests that the uterus lining has not fully healed. After your surgery there is a necessary period that it s not advised for you to take a bath swim or use a hot tub after a c section.