How was c sec recovery?

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Im 35 weeks. Just curious as to those who have had previous c sections. How was the recovery? I've heard people say it was doable yet have also heard it was horrendous.

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Mine was very painful for the first 2 days post op. However, that's probably due to the fact that I'm in Austria and literally was only given the equivalent to Tylenol for pain relief. Sitting up and walking for the first time was by far the hardest part. Literally took my breath away and I fainted a few times. Hoping this time I'll be more used to it and tolerate it better... Lord knows this time I'm able to demand my wishes in German, finally!

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My cs with my older was absolutely horrible!! But I have to have another one and I've heard that planned cs are so much easier than emergency cs

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Let's just say don't over due it when you get home. Some may feel great after two weeks but I wil tell you even some says you may have energy more days than others you will feel like you got hit by a truck by the time night falls. Make sure if family and friends stop by to visit to have them help you as much as possible because you will need it. Use a pillow and hold it against your belly for support when sitting up or when laughing and sneezing.  Have granny panties as they will be more comfy and maxi pads for post partum bleeding. Also FYI this has helped me. I use the tucks pads from the hospital against my c section incisions when it became itchy, it helped to not irritate the site and it feels so soothing.

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Everyone I know has had different experiences. My experience from start to finish was horrendous. It was scary and painful - long recovery. However, I know some were carefully functioning by 2 weeks....I may need another c but I won't labor for nearly as long and I can call it at any time. I won't hesitate...I got really sick during labor which I'm sure hampered recovery.

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