Langkau ke kandungan utama

How Soon Could I Conceive Again after C-section?

Ever cross into our mind about how long can a woman conceive again after a caesarean section operation?

According to Hamed Al-Taher, a
BabyCentre's expert obstetrician and gynaecologist, "The usual advice is that you should wait a year after one caesarean section before becoming pregnant again. The longer your scar has to heal, the better, especially if you want a vaginal birth next time. At the very least, you should give your body a rest of six months before trying to conceive again.

In most caesarean sections, a cut is made into your belly and uterus (womb) just along the top of your pubic hair. It's called a bikini cut. It will usually have healed well three months after your baby's birth."
So, no worry for momma out there if you are 'accidentally' get pregnant again. Please don't abort your innocent baby.

But he added, "But the longer it's left, the stronger the heal will be. And a strong heal may cause fewer problems over time. This may particularly matter to you if you want to try for a vaginal birth or VBAC (pronounced veeback) next time.

There is a very low risk of your caesarean scar tearing with VBAC. This is called uterine rupture. Even though the risk is low, it may increase if there is a short gap between your pregnancies.

A short gap can also increase the chance that you'll have problems with your placenta. These may include the placenta being low-lying, called placenta praevia, or the placenta separating from your uterus wall, called placental abruption.

This may sound alarming, but the risks of rupture and problems with the placenta are still very small. Most women who have a smaller gap between pregnancies have no problems at all during a VBAC. "

He also said that planning your pregnancy is not only for your health only, "there are other advantages to having a longer interval between babies, whether you've had a caesarean or not."

He wrote that about a quarter of all births in the UK are by caesarean section. Many women don't realise how long it takes to recover.

"You are likely to feel exhausted and very sore afterwards. It can take several months to get back to your day-to-day activities. So giving yourself a really good rest after your first caesarean can only benefit you and your next baby," he adviced. So, it is not only the health factor that you have to think about, it is about raising the kids, your economy and your time. :)

References

This article was written using the following sources:

Conde-Aqudelo A, Rosas-Bermudez A, Kafury-Goeta AC. 2007. Effects of birth spacing on maternal health: a systematic review. Am J Obstet Gynecol 196(4): 297-308

NCCWCH. 2004. Caesarean section National Collaborating Centre for Women's and Children's Health. Clinical Guideline. www.nice.org.uk [Accessed August 2009]

RCOG. 2007. Birth after previous caesarean birth. Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists. Green-top guideline 45. London: RCOG press. www.rcog.org.uk [Accessed August 2009]

Stamilio DM, DeFranco E, Pare E et al. 2007. Short interpregnancy interval: risk of uterine rupture and complications of vaginal birth after cesarean delivery. Obstet Gynecol 110(5): 1075-82

Label:

Ulasan

Catat Ulasan

Catatan popular daripada blog ini

How to Avoid Lower Back Pain During Pregnancy

Why Am I Having This Back Pain During Pregnancy? Beside morning sickness, back pain is my worst nightmare ever in enjoying the happiness of waiting my new baby. I myself has gone through this situation and I always try to find solution to prevent this. Back pain during pregnancy can be treat and prevent, or at least reduce the misery. Maybe we can blame it to the growing uterus and hormonal change in your body. Your growing uterus will shift your center of gravity and stretches out and weakens your abdominal muscles, changing your posture and putting strain on your back. Plus, the growing baby will become extra work for your muscle, which increase stress to your joint and that the reason why you feel uncomfortable. Secondly, reason for lower back pain is the hormone relaxin . During pregnancy, the relaxin hormone exists in your body 10 times more than its usual level. This hormonal change loosen your joints and the ligaments that attach your pelvic bones to provide enough space for y...
Catat Ulasan
Baca lagi

Babysitter vs Nursery (Daycare)

This article is the personal opinion of the author. Strictly, not a professional advice. The author is not responsible by any consequence if the reader chooses to make decision base 100% ofthis article without seeking for professional advise. Babysitter or Nursery (Daycare). Which one is the best?  There are always pros and cons between these two options.  Babysitter vs Nursery / Daycare Some mothers chose babysitter maybe because they believe that daycare is handling TOO many children, and their baby might be neglected. Most babysitter also kids-lover and their bond with the child like their own. Also, the risk of your child getting the flu or any viral / bacterial infection from other infected child. Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), hand, foot, and mouth disease, scarlet fever and Kawasaki disease are what most parents are afraid of. The risk of letting an individual to babysit your child is, human ALWAYS make mistake. They are numbers of accident repo...
Catat Ulasan
Baca lagi

Featured Product

Momma Vogue Car Seat NOW  MYR 150 / USD 50.00 Normal Price MYR 210 / USD 69.00               
Catat Ulasan
Baca lagi