{"id":267799,"date":"2017-07-27T07:49:11","date_gmt":"2017-07-27T12:49:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/bumpboxes.com\/?p=267799"},"modified":"2019-10-29T16:37:54","modified_gmt":"2019-10-29T21:37:54","slug":"c-sections-5-things-no-one-ever-tells","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/bumpboxes.com\/blog\/c-sections-5-things-no-one-ever-tells\/","title":{"rendered":"C-Sections: Five Things No One Ever Tells You"},"content":{"rendered":"

So the time has come and your little one is on the way. You have your bags packed<\/a> and birth plan in place–you are set. But what if you\u2019re having a C-section? While it\u2019s not often talked about, did you know that more than 30% of all births in the U.S. are by C-section<\/a>? You’ve likely heard some general things to expect, but we\u2019re going to get real today. We\u2019re here to fill you in on the top five things no one ever tells you about C-sections.<\/span><\/p>\n

Despite being numbed, you\u2019ll likely still feel some tugging and stretching.<\/strong>  <\/span><\/h4>\n

This is a big one. A lot of women go into their C-section assuming that being numbed means they won\u2019t feel anything, and when they do, think there\u2019s something wrong with the anesthetic. You may have an anesthesiologist next to you to answer your questions, but if not, do not fret the small sensations. It\u2019s totally normal.<\/span><\/p>\n

You will still bleed.<\/strong>  <\/span><\/h4>\n

A lot of moms go into their C-sections thinking they\u2019re going to skip this major part of giving birth. Unfortunately, you won\u2019t get that lucky. It will be lighter than if you had delivered vaginally, but remember that your uterine wall has to heal and shed the thick lining. Make sure you have pads on hand.<\/span><\/p>\n

You\u2019ll need to get up AS SOON as you\u2019re allowed … with help.<\/strong>  <\/span><\/h4>\n

Your abdominal muscles have taken a pretty serious attack, and as a result, your core has been significantly affected. You\u2019ll need some help getting in and out of bed for a while. But trust us, you\u2019ll want to do that exact thing ASAP. Your recovery will come a lot sooner and go much smoother if you do. Just remember to go easy on yourself–you just birthed a human. Slow and steady, mama.<\/span><\/p>\n

Stool softeners are a girl\u2019s best friend.<\/strong>  <\/span><\/h4>\n

It\u2019s gross, but so, so true. With your stomach muscles pretty much done for, your first bathroom trip will be a real pain. Literally.  Just trust us and stock up on the softeners, and hope for the best. It gets better!<\/span><\/p>\n

You\u2019re going to have a scar.<\/strong>  <\/span><\/h4>\n

We know, you know. But we\u2019re saying it anyway because many moms are surprised that no one tells them how <\/span>obviously visible<\/span><\/i> it will be. But don\u2019t freak out–it will flatten and fade. And you will love your battle scar for what it is. Just know that you will be able to see it very well post-surgery.<\/span><\/p>\n

There\u2019s a lot that goes into birth, whether it\u2019s vaginal or by C-section. But no matter how they are delivered, trust us that it will be the best thing to ever happen to you, and one of the best days of your life. Now get ready to do some baby snuggling!  <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n

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So the time has come and your little one is on the way. You have your bags packed and birth plan in place–you are set. But what if you\u2019re having a C-section? While it\u2019s not often talked about, did you know that more than 30% of all births in the U.S. are by C-section? 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