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Tuesday, November 29, 2022
Women should consider choosing the right time to conceive following a cesarean delivery, because early pregnancy may pose a great risk to the health of the mother and fetus.
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This was confirmed by “Medical News Today”, explaining that the caesarean section wound may need to heal completely for a period of up to 3 months, as a minimum.
In some women, the healing process of the caesarean section may take 6 months at the latest, so it is better not to plan for childbearing until this period has passed.
It is also recommended to use a birth control method, such as the contraceptive pill or IUD, with the need to oblige the husband to wear a condom before intercourse, to provide more protection.
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And it has been proven that the longer the waiting period following a cesarean section, the higher the chances of success in attempting a natural childbirth in women in the next pregnancy.
In contrast, if pregnancy occurs early following a caesarean section, the mother is at greater risk of problems with the placenta, such as a misplaced placenta, to the bottom of the uterus.
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