C sections 12 weeks ago and pregnant

[Neaves mummy]

Hi I had a baby 12 weeks ago and just found out I'm 4 weeks pregnant. My internal stitches are still not right and still a little hard. The doctor told me they just not devolved yet (this was before I knew I was pregnant). Has anyone else got pregnant so early after a c section and had any problems ??

 

[filipenko32]

I am planning on getting pregnant in May, after a section Jan 8. I don't think that your uterus stretches until 12 weeks pregnant?? That's an extra 3 months... I think you will be fine! What did your doctor say about the risks?

 

[_Lexi_]

I was advised not to try for at least 6 months, preferably 18, as your body just isn't healed enough to cope with a pregnancy. I would go see your dr straight away as it can cause complications and be dangerous for you and baby so soon.

 

[ladysarcasma]

My doctor told me not to get pregnant again for 18 months minimum. Of course, I had a crazy uterine incision (inverted T) and a higher risk of rupture, so that might not be the same for everyone.

I've heard of people having babies perfectly fine getting pregnant quickly after a c-section. Really, only the doc can answer this one, since I think it goes by the individual person.

 

[star4marie]

I am having a c section in June....i asked my doctor when was the soonest I could get pregnant afterwards.
he said that the rule of thumb is 18 months...but he would be fine with me getting pregnant around 3-4 months later.
so....idk. i guess it depends on your dr.
and also i guess it depends on your health. i am (thank God) healthy, so that may play a major factor as well.

 

[x Michelle x]

Ok, first of all please don't worry! I found out i was pregnant with my second when mt first was only 3 months old.. As you can see by my tickers they are just a year apart. Anyway, ill post what i posted in another thread, I'm on a phone so its easier than re-typing it all!!


Nope, i was really worried..went to see the doctor when i found out i was pregnant with my second expecting to hear a list of everything that could/would go wrong. She seemed baffled i'd come to see her, never once mentioned scar rupture or anything else and told me to go see the midwife but if i ever felt too much pain around my scar then to make an appointment to see her.
When i saw my midwife (same one as for my daughter) she laughed and said "theres always one in the group thats back here after a few months"
Again, no scary horror stories and said exactly what my doctor did.
I saw a consultant (cant remember when) and we discussed my options. I had already decided a planned section (other complications to do with my previous birth) But she did say she would give me 60% VBAC chance and fully support me whatever my choice was. The only thing was that i'd be monitored a lot closer during the birth "just in case"

So, no, no scary stories here

 

[devon_91x]

I was also told to wait 18 months after my section, try not to worry as im sure there have been loads of ladies in this situation but i would go to your doctor or midwife straight away so they can go through your options etc etc x

 

[brady86]

Hi first of all like many have already said don't worry! I have 12 month old daughter and an 11 day old son, there's 51 weeks between them. Like you I was nervous when I found out I was expecting again so soon after my ecs but the doctors/midwives were all fine. I had a trouble free pregnancy apart from being tired and had a planned c-section.

Hope you have a trouble free pregnancy x

 

[Ohmy4]

I did! I got pregnant 6-7 weeks after having my 3rd c-section. I was scared! I had just had a baby and now pregnant with my 4th. My doctor wasnt concerned at all Everything went smooth and had my.4th c-section with no issues. My boys are 11 months apart Irish Twins are special...congrats!!

 

[robyn1990]

My LO is four months and I'm 5 weeks pregnant
Had an emergency section last time ans hoping for an.elective section this time
xxx

 

[filipenko32]

Congratulations robyn!!

 

[robyn1990]

Congratulations robyn!!

Awwwwh thankyou! X

 

[Jaycrew]

Hi I had a baby 12 weeks ago and just found out I'm 4 weeks pregnant. My internal stitches are still not right and still a little hard. The doctor told me they just not devolved yet (this was before I knew I was pregnant). Has anyone else got pregnant so early after a c section and had any problems ??

I had a c section with my daughter 3 years prior to me having my twins via c section -again- then I got pregnant exactly 3 months after my c section with my tiwins and had a successful pregnancy and delivery to a baby boy who is now 3. My same OB/GYN told me if I want to have another I could and suggested that I do so soon because of my age. I asked my doc if that was safe and he said it is- that I didnt have to worry - his only concern was scar tissue but its the same risk as having only had 1 c section and it would be rare if i had any issues with implanting. I hope that helps - just stay positive and keep a close relationship with your dr- thats what i did Everybodys body is different and so is each pregnancy.

 

[momofone08]

I was told to wait at least 12 months. I, however, am 5 weeks pregnant and my LO is 5 months old. I haven't been to an appointment yet so not sure what he will say. Sorry I can't help, just wanted to let you know you are not alone.

 

[filipenko32]

Thanks for your post momofone, i see you had 4mcs too like me, congratulations on your pregnancy too

 

[_jellybean_]

I got pregnant three months after my section. Doctor said it was okay to do. My lo's will be one year apart! PM me if you have any questions honey.

 

[honeybee2]

Mum got pregnant about the same time as you after a c-section. She was fine x

 

[Agiboma]

I was told 18 months i would go see my DR and let him know you are prgnant