Everyone is different, but most people heal in about six weeks. You’ll need to follow guidelines from your doctor or midwife, but here are a few things you can expect in those six weeks. Week 1: You may spend a few days in the hospital. When you go home, you’ll need to rest and keep your wound clean and follow …
When are C-sections needed?
Sometimes, C-sections are the safest option for the birth parent and baby. Here are some cases where a C-section might be the best choice: Labor stops. Your labor may stop if your cervix doesn’t open up wide enough to let the baby through. In this case, you would need a C-section to deliver the baby. Your baby’s health is at …
What is a C-section?
“C-section” is shorthand for a Cesarean birth. A Cesarean birth means that the baby is delivered through a cut made in the abdomen and uterus. In a Cesarean birth, the birthing parent does not push and the baby is not delivered through the vagina. C-sections are usually performed in an operating roomHave more questions?Return to libraryCall your Pacify doulaSources: ACOG, …