It takes 4 to 6 weeks to recover from a C-section "The uterus, abdominal wall, and skin need to heal after a C-section. The initial healing occurs within 4 to 6 weeks postpartum," says Malavika Prabhu, MD, a specialist of maternal-fetal medicine at New York-Presbyterian and Weill Cornell Medicine.
How do internal stitches heal after C-section?
Just like with any surgery, your body needs time to heal afterward. Expect to stay in the hospital for 2 to 4 days after your delivery. If there are complications, your stay will be longer. Give your body 6 to 8 weeks to fully heal.
When should I be concerned about C-section pain?
Call your doctor if you experience: Depression, sadness, hopelessness, or you are having troubling thoughts. Signs of an infection including pain, pus, swelling, redness, swollen lymph nodes, or a fever. A fever of more than 100.4 degrees Fahrenheit.