Patient's question:
I had a natural birth with my pelvic bones opening 10 fingers wide and couldn't give birth normally, so I had to have a C-section. It's been 25 days now, and I've tried my old pants but can't zip them up—is it because I've gained weight or because my pelvis has widened?Doctor's answer:
The delivery of the fetus to the mother's recovery or return to a non-pregnant state generally takes 6-8 weeks (this period is called the postpartum period). If pelvic floor exercises are strengthened during the postpartum period, it may return to a non-pregnant state, and the sutures should be able to close. If any discomfort is felt after this period, it is recommended to go to the hospital for an early check-up. After pregnancy, every woman's pelvis expands, and combined with a good diet after delivery, the body will change. Therefore, rest after delivery, and it will gradually recover, don't worry.