POST c-section questions :)

[Scuba]

Hi ladies - hope you're all doing well!

Quick question - how long after c section before I can safely use hair remover cream on/around my scar? My bubba girl is 5 weeks today and although I'm not even thinking about swimming or going to bed for anything other than sleep just yet lol I do like to keep smooth down there and prefer not to look like something from prehistoric times!!!

Also, when can I start going to the gym again or working out in general?? I feel great in myself now, can walk for as long as I want - took children to the beach yesterday and ran around on the sand with DD1 and didn't feel uncomfortable doing so, but am just wondering when it's generally ok to start exercising post section? xx

 

[Leikela]

Hi Scuba!

I don't know about the hair removal cream question but as for exercise, it is recommended to hold off from exercising for at least 8 weeks. Do you have an 8 week appointment scheduled with your OB? Usually the Dr. will check your cervix and make sure all looks well and usually gives the ok to exercise at that appointment. I had my 3 week appointment today and was told I am able to drive again. That is great that you are feeling so good!

 

[rjm09]

Depends on when your appt is, and what your dc says in terms of how your healing, if you can start excersizing.

Usually between 6-8 wks.

As for the hair removal, your scar should be healed enough to use it. I had the glue, and can't wait for the last of it to fall off to shave! I've got an odd patch around it right now, but i cant stand having hair there!!! I just feel cleaner, especially when im bleeding.