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I just had a baby on september 20, 2012. and i had a c-section..i wanted. to know when i can try to get pregnant again.?

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Dr. Dennis Higginbotham answered

Specializes in American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology

About 1 year: You should space deliveries at least 18 months apart, especially when they are cesareans. If you conceive 9 months after your cesarean, you would be due about 18 months after your last delivery.

Dr Fowler agreed

Answered 4/19/2013

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