when do you get your period after c section?
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“Most women who don't breastfeed will have their periods return at 6-8 weeks postpartum, if they had regular periods before getting pregnant,” says Pamela Promecene, M.D., professor and obstetrician with McGovern Medical School at UTHealth/UT Physicians in Houston.
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How heavy is the bleeding? You will experience heavy, dark-red bleeding following your C-section that should diminish after a few days. You may also notice clotting during the early days of the postpartum period. Clots can range in size, and may be as large as a plum.
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A C-section is major surgery. Just like with any surgery, your body needs time to heal afterward. Expect to stay in the hospital for three to four days after your delivery (longer if there are complications), and give your body up to six weeks to fully heal.
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Vaginal bleeding up to one month after surgery is normal. Many women do not have their next normal menstrual cycle for four to six weeks after surgery. When your normal cycle returns, you may notice heavier bleeding and more discomfort than usual for the first two to three cycles.
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If you're formula-feeding your baby, you may start your periods again any time between five weeks and three months after giving birth. So you could be fertile again just three weeks after having your baby.
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Irregular Periods After Pregnancy One of the most common complaints, though, is about irregular periods after birth as your hormones return to normal. So don't worry if your cycle switches from 24 days to 35 days between months—your body is simply regulating itself.
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If you're not planning a fresh transfer, expect a period about 7-10 days after the retrieval, and warning: this period may be heavier and more crampy than normal since your hormone levels are higher and your uterine lining usually gets thicker in a stimulation cycle compared to a natural menstrual cycle.
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In some cases, the first period may occur just six weeks after a C-section. If you don't get a period for 3 months, it is time to seek a doctor's advice.
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This is especially true if you're breastfeeding. According to the Cleveland Clinic, most postpartum women will have a “normal” menstrual cycle of 21 to 35 days with bleeding that lasts 2 to 7 days. Period cycles can change from what you experienced before pregnancy.
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A C-section is major surgery. You will need at least 4 to 6 weeks to recover to the point where you can start doing routine tasks again like driving a car, exercising, and having sex. Vaginal bleeding is a symptom of giving birth, even if you had a C-section. You will probably bleed for up to 6 weeks.
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What to expect after a C-section. After a C-section, you'll probably have to stay in the hospital for three days and, even when you're released, you'll need to take it easy. For most moms, it will take four to six weeks to make a full recovery.
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On the other hand, the American Pregnancy Association reports that a period will return around two weeks to six weeks after a D&C—again, a variable timeline, suggesting that it will be unique for each woman.
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Among women who aren't breastfeeding, periods usually kick in six to 12 weeks after delivery. Most nursing moms won't get their periods for the first three to six months, with many getting their first period at about nine or more months after baby's birth.
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Most breastfeeding mothers will resume their periods between 9 and 18 months after their baby's birth.
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Vaginal bleeding up to 1 month after surgery is normal. Many women do not have their next normal menstrual cycle for 4 to 6 weeks after surgery.
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Research shows that getting pregnant less than six months after a C-section can increase your risk of complications, such as ruptured uterus or a low birth weight baby.
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What are the risks for pregnancy after a C-section? Research shows that getting pregnant less than six months after a C-section can increase your risk of complications, such as ruptured uterus or a low birth weight baby.