Caesarean section is a surgical operation aimed at removing the baby from the uterus through an incision in the abdomen. Such operations are practiced in cases where natural childbirth is not possible, for example, if the cervix does not open, it is necessary to terminate the pregnancy ahead of time, or the child is in the wrong position, not allowing the mother to give birth on her own.
Removal of stitches after caesarean section
If the incision was sutured with non-absorbable sutures after surgery, they will be removed between the fifth and tenth day after application. It is absolutely not painful to remove stitches after a caesarean section, but sometimes it is unpleasant. This procedure does not require anesthesia or pain medication. After removing the stitches, the scar no longer needs to be treated with anything, and the shower can now be taken without fear. However, you still need to follow all the doctor's instructions and continue to monitor for possible signs of infection.
After surgery
Weakness of ligaments and muscles caused by hormones during pregnancy will continue for three to five months. The abdominal muscles after childbirth lose their former tone, and in this case, they alsowere cut. Stitches after a caesarean section are very fragile, so if you have had surgery, be sure to follow some rules:
- do not wear anything heavier than your newborn baby;
- go to bed or rest whenever possible;
- watch your posture;
- spend more time lying down;
- feed the baby lying down too.
Need more rest
Before your C-section stitches heal, you need the most rest. It's a good idea to leave all household chores to your spouse or relatives, and older children or friends may also help. If there are situations when you have to choose between sleeping or, for example, ironing the laundry, the choice should be unambiguous - rest. Without proper rest, there can be no question of any recovery after you have had stitches after a cesarean section. Therefore, it is necessary that all the worries of the newly-made mother come down only to caring for the child.
Sealing the seam after caesarean section
This is far from uncommon. It happens that the seams after a caesarean section may be slightly thickened. Once the wound is completely healed, you can massage the seam daily with almond oil to soften it. You can also mix this oil with any other oil that has healing properties.
Essential oils can be purchased at a pharmacy that has products forherbal medicine. Twice a week for two hours, you can put a green clay mask on the seam, which can also be purchased at the pharmacy. In order to avoid unpleasant or even dangerous situations, the resulting scar should not be exposed to the sun for another year. That is why, if you decide to go sunbathing, put on a swimsuit that hides the scar. If this is not possible, then cover this area of skin with adhesive tape or completely refuse such activities.
