Post Csection limits: After a c-section, hold off on sex, vigorous exercise, and heavy lifting until 6 weeks after the baby was born. You can start light exercise, such as walking, as soon as you feel comfortable. After the 6 weeks and your doctor's approval, work up to vigorous exercise slowly. If it still hurts, wait longer. Some women are able to do it at 6 weeks, but some not until 12 weeks.
Answered 3/1/2013
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Varies: Dr dimino's advice is typical wisdom, but some recent studies have suggested that it is safe to resume physical activity much sooner than has been traditionally recommended. A study by minig et al showed that the pressures exerted on the incision doing typically activities like getting up from a seated position exceed what one would have doing moderate lifting or exercise.
Answered 5/18/2012
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