Having a baby with Cesarean Pregnancy I C- Section operation

A Caesarean section (or Cesarean operation in American English). In the later discussions, we will discuss on , also known as C-section or Caesar, is a surgical procedure in which incisions are made through a mother's abdomen (laparotomy) and uterus (hysterotomy) to deliver one or more babies. It is usually performed when a vaginal delivery would put the baby's or mother's life or health at risk, although in recent times it has been also performed upon request for childbirths that could otherwise have been natural.

There are many reasons that may indicate the need for a Cesarean section operation. These can vary from the mother indication or that of the baby. However, most situations consider both cases.

Maternal reasons (mother)

* Physical conditions. One of the most common reasons why Cesarean operation is performed is the physical condition of the mother like having a narrow pelvis. Having a narrow pelvis can limit the safety of the baby for normal passage during the labor. Thus, a Cesarean operation is resorted to.

* Medical conditions. Having respiratory problems and heart diseases can be an indicator of the surgery. This is to avoid attack of the medical problem during the labor.

* Emergency situations like placenta abruption. If the baby has been detached during the labor or the pregnancy whether being detached partially or wholly, the surgery is performed in the hope to save the baby.

The need for a cesarean operation is not known until the labor or delivery has started. However, if it is physiological such as narrow pelvis, the mother should be
emotionally and physically ready for the surgery. It is best to have a doctor see you to be able to consider in particular your health and well-being.

Having a cesarean section operation can be same as having a surgery. With a surgery, it is best to refrain from exercising for at least four weeks. This will prevent you from bleeding or damage to your wound. Moreover, the exercise should be taken slowly so as not to force the muscle tissues.

Pelvic floor exercises can be done however if the woman is capable of. But this can result to soreness from the rather fresh surgical scar limits even these.

Episiotomy and pelvic floor exercises

An episiotomy (a cut made to increase the birth passage in vaginal delivery) heals quite fast; in most cases within a week. Nonetheless, lingering soreness in the area may mean that pelvic floor exercises may have to wait.

Exercise or sport and breast-feeding

Moderate exercise does not alter any of the essential ingredients of breast-milk. Nor does it have any effect on quantities produced.

Extreme exercise may alter the pH of the milk making it slightly more acidic. The effect may last for 60 to 90 minutes post-exercise.

Overall, exercise has no significant effect one way or another on breast-milk. Adequate fluid replacement remains essential for a breast-feeding exercising mother.