Postpartum Periods

I am currently on my second period postpartum. Baby was born August 29th. Before this pregnancy I had extremely light and short periods, never experienced any cramping. Now though, my periods are SUPER heavy and painful. The cramps are so bad I almost can’t stand up straight at times. I can’t help but think that maybe the cramps are from having my c-section and still having sensitivity from my uterus being cut open. I don’t remember having these problems after my first section, but it was 7 years ago so I might just not remember.

Has anyone else experienced bad periods after a c-section like this? Is there any hope of my periods returning to how they were before? I’m miserable and if they continue like this I’m going to have to see my doctor.