Fact: Giving birth is never easy. But if you’ve had a C-section (whether it was planned or not), then the period after delivery can come with a host of unique challenges—it is a major surgery, after ...

Recovering from a C-section while caring for a newborn is tough—but what if you could heal at home with expert support?

As a freelancer, I’m used to always being on the go; simply because if I don’t work, I don’t eat. During my pregnancy and with this in mind, I was adamant about getting right back to work because I ...

For most new mothers, a Caesarean section (C-section) becomes necessary for different reasons during pregnancy or labor. While this surgical procedure helps deliver babies safely, it comes with its ...

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Medically reviewed by Lulu Zhao, M.D. Recovering from a C-section usually takes around six weeks, and rest is crucial for healing. Walking and moving carefully help prevent blood clots and improve ...

C-sections are a common birthing experience, affecting millions of women worldwide. It's perfectly normal to feel overwhelmed, sore, and maybe a little emotional after surgery. Recovery is a marathon, ...

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Bonding is not a single golden hour, and a C-section does not put you behind. With the right support, connection grows ...

As exciting as pregnancy can be, it’s also full of quite a few aches and pains — none more well-known than labor and delivery. No matter how you deliver your baby, you should be proud that you made it ...

Reddit is unfortunately a hotbed for stories about absolutely despicable, wet-turd, soggy diaper dads out there, so when we come across a rare wholesome gem of a man, we have to share the swoon-worthy ...