I had a c-section with DD because she was breech. I am now pregnant again and my dr. is giving me the option of a repeat c-section or a vbac. I am considering the repeat c-section because it can be planned and I already know what to expect. My biggest concern about a c-section is taking care of DD afterwards. DH will be home for 2 weeks but after that time, I am wondering if I will be able to lift DD in and out of her crib and the car. Are there anyother difficulties that may come up after a c-section and taking care of my daughter? BTW, I had a very smooth recovery with my first c-section.
Re: Question for second time moms....taking care of a 2 year old after c-section..
I've never had an issue taking care of my other kids. I've had 4 c-sections. My first 3 kids are all 1.5 years apart. My recoveries have all been great - in fact, my 4th c-section was my easiest and best recovery.....
GL!
I had a CS with my 2nd child when my DS was 2, and I was able to be alone with both when my DH went back to work at 1 week. It was hard but doable, although we watched a lot of tv those first few weeks.
As soon as I got pregnant I really pushed climbing into the car on his own, and I think that helped a lot. I don't have to pick him up to get him in the car at all. I also moved him to a toddler bed. You have plenty of time to make slow changes now that will make it easier on you later.