20/06/2026
Recovery after caesarean section…..
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Day 0- prior to caesarean section (elective)
To reach hospital in fasting state of 8 hrs
Complete fasting
Always get PAC( Pre anaesthetic checkup ) done 2 day prior from anaesthetist .
Day 1- day of caesarean section
Reach 2-3 hours prior to schedule timing
Bring all files, blood work up , ultrasound report, prescription etc.
Anesthesia team will do reassessment and shift you to OT
Spinal anaesthesia is mostly anaesthesia of choice.
You will be in senses but there will be no pain.
After delivery baby will be shown to you then your husband
And is kept in NICU for observation
After the procedure you are shifted to post operative room and then to your room after 2 hours.
Sips of water are allowed after 6 hrs
Try to take some sleep
Day 2- first walk
Use abdominal belt( take help from staff)
Catheter is removed
Soft diet is started followed by normal diet.
Move legs
Deep breathing excercise
MOVE
REST
RELAX
REPEAT
Maintain hydration( prevents post spinal headache)
Day -3
Normal diet
U will be able to pass urine and motion properly.
Water proof dressing is done .
Ready to go home.
Do meet 3 people before leaving hospital-
Pediatrician (discuss all doubts )
Nutritionist ( discuss diet for lactating mothers )
Try to keep mother and mother-in-law during this discussion
Lactation counsellor (learn, practice, repeat)
Meet your gynaecologist after 10 days from day of caesarean ..
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Dr Swati Rai