How long after giving birth should a pregnant woman start exercising?

Patient's question:

No

Doctor's answer:

Natural childbirth, without postpartum hemorrhage: Mothers can get out of bed and walk around 2-3 days after delivery. They can start doing pelvic floor exercises 3-5 days later, and by two weeks postpartum, they can engage in gentle stretching exercises or flexibility training. For cesarean section mothers: Depending on the healing of the wound, generally speaking, stretching exercises can be started one month postpartum, while exercises targeting abdominal muscles are suitable only 6-8 weeks after delivery.