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What happens if I had a C-section?
You will have delivered in an operating room. This is considered a surgery. You may spend a few hours in a recovery area with a nurse taking care of you. …
What checks does the baby need after birth?
After you give birth, your doctor or midwife is going to want to examine the baby. Ask to have all baby checks done on your chest for the first hour, …
What is skin-to-skin contact?
After you deliver, your baby is adjusting to being outside of your body. You can help your baby adjust by creating skin-to-skin contact. The best way to hold your baby …
How long does it take to heal from a C-section?
Everyone is different, but most people heal in about six weeks. You’ll need to follow guidelines from your doctor or midwife, but here are a few things you can expect …
When are C-sections needed?
Sometimes, C-sections are the safest option for the birth parent and baby. Here are some cases where a C-section might be the best choice: Labor stops. Your labor may stop …
What is a C-section?
“C-section” is shorthand for a Cesarean birth. A Cesarean birth means that the baby is delivered through a cut made in the abdomen and uterus. In a Cesarean birth, the …