menu search
brightness_auto
Ask or Answer anything Anonymously! No sign-up is needed!
more_vert

7 Answers

more_vert
Having had a c-section with my first child I know that when you feel ready exercise should be very gentle so as not to cause any internal or external damage like stitches being torn open. The first 6-8 weeks you will be healing so it is best not to do too much during that time although pelvic floor exercises and gentle walks are fine.

In those weeks leg raises and sit ups are best avoided. Remember this is major abdominal surgery and although it's natural to want to get your pre baby figure back if you do too much too soon it will hinder the healing process and may lead to complications.

I think your body will tell you when it is ready to do more so if you feel you are pushing yourself too far then stop and try again at a later date. Be guided by what your doctor advises but also how you feel in yourself as the healing process is different for everyone so some women will be able to exercise more quickly than others.
thumb_up_off_alt 0 like thumb_down_off_alt 0 dislike
more_vert

After having a baby naturally or even through a C-section it is important to not force yourself to get back into shape. There are some exercises that you can do after having a baby to help strengthen your stomach muscles and start getting back into shape. However, putting too much strain and pressure on your body isn't good for you at all. This can actually cause more harm than good. 

Doctors will clear a woman around 6 to 8 weeks after the delivery of a baby or have a C section. However, this doesn't mean that you can go out and start running, be jumping, or even doing leg lifts or crunches. This will damage your body. Your first exercises should be for breathing, walking, and other light exercises. 

You are going to have to do special exercise to restore your core before you can get into heavy exercises like running, crunches or even leg lifts. You'll need to start with 2 exercise session each week and don't do them more than 15 minutes. The good exercises to do now would be:

  1. The modified side plank
  2. Bodyweight squats
  3. Bodyweight split squats
  4. Band pull apart
  5. Invert roll
You'll need to give your body plenty of time to heal before going off and doing more extensive exercises. When you are ready is when your body is ready and you'll be able to tell by examining the scar from the surgery. This normally will take 6 to 9 month to heal. But light exercise like the ones I've listed above will really help the healing process. 
thumb_up_off_alt 0 like thumb_down_off_alt 0 dislike
more_vert
The best could be 2 months. I asked my sister about this. She had a caesarian for her first baby. She started raising her leg and doing some exercises, when it was her 2 months after. She said that she needs to move a lot at home for her milk to come out. She started doing household chores, those light things like wiping the table and sometimes washing the dishes when she was more than a month resting at home. Leg exercise depends on how you can do it. If you feel the pain when you raise your legs, then you don't want to ruin your wounds, you must stop it. If you want, you can ask your doctor on when you start exercising, but for sure they will advise you to have a light exercise and never goes with the lifting and perspiration a lot. Be careful.
thumb_up_off_alt 0 like thumb_down_off_alt 0 dislike
more_vert
It is generally recommended to wait at least six weeks after a C section before beginning any type of leg-raise exercise. However, since everyone's recovery is different, it is recommended that you consult your doctor before beginning any exercise program.
thumb_up_off_alt 0 like thumb_down_off_alt 0 dislike
more_vert
You can only do a leg raise exercise after the C section if you are having a C section and the impedeance to breathing is due to the mother’s milk.
thumb_up_off_alt 0 like thumb_down_off_alt 0 dislike
more_vert
It is important to consult with your doctor before starting any postpartum exercise routine, especially if you have had a C-section. Generally, it is recommended to wait until after your postpartum check-up (around 6 weeks after delivery) before starting any abdominal or core exercises, including leg raises.

After getting clearance from your doctor, you can start with gentle pelvic floor exercises and gradually progress to more challenging exercises. When doing leg raises, start with gentle movements and avoid any discomfort or pain. It's important to listen to your body and not push yourself too hard too soon.

Remember to also engage your core muscles during the exercise to provide support to your back and pelvic area. Slowly raise your legs to a comfortable height and lower them down slowly without letting your back arch or your feet touch the ground. Gradually increase the number of repetitions as you feel comfortable.

Overall, it's important to start slow and gradually progress to more challenging exercises to avoid injury and promote a safe and healthy recovery after C-section
thumb_up_off_alt 0 like thumb_down_off_alt 0 dislike
more_vert
After four months to six months, you should be able to begin exercises that strengthen your core abdominal muscles. These could include exercises such as the plank, lying on your tummy and raising your arms and legs in the 'superman' pose, or kneeling on all fours and drawing up your stomach muscles against gravity.
thumb_up_off_alt 0 like thumb_down_off_alt 0 dislike
Whenever you have a question in your mind, just drop it on Answeree. Help our community grow.
...