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C-Section Recovery Essentials: What You’ll Be Glad You Have
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items Recovering from a C-section? These must-have products will help make healing more comfortable and stress-free. From belly support to skincare and everyday essentials, here’s everything you’ll be glad to have on hand during recovery!
Personally I like using these more than using pads and other things because it’s just easier.
Depend Fresh Protection Adult Incontinence & Postpartum Underwear for Women - Maximum Absorbency - M - Blush - 76ct
If you would prefer to go the pads route vs. the diaper route these are a great option!
Frida Mom Postpartum Maternity Pads - Long Front to Back Coverage for Maximum Absorbency + Heavy Flow - 18ct
Definitely necessary! Trust me.. don’t skip this.
Colace Regular Strength Stool Softener 30ct
Your doctor will likely have you alternate between this and ibuprofen for the first little bit.
Tylenol Extra Strength Acetaminophen - Easy to Swallow Pain Reliever Caplets - 100 ct
Your doctor will likely have you alternate between this and Tylenol like mine did
Ibuprofen (NSAID) Pain Reliever & Fever Reducer Tablets - 200ct - up&up™
If you would prefer something easier and more low key than a full abdominal binder this is a great option
Frida Mom C-Section Recovery Band
This is what I personally used and loved it. Made me feel really secure
Frida Mom Postpartum Abdominal Support Binder
This literally saved me during my recovery in the hospital. Air gets trapped in your abdomen most times after a c section so this helps.
Gas-X Extra Strength Antigas Chewable Cherry Crème Tablets - 18ct
So flowy and comfortable!
ft FENTENG 2-Pack Women's Nightgowns Short Sleeve Nightshirt V Neck Soft Sleepwear Casual Sleepshirts Loose Pajama Dress
Perfect for those breast feeding mamas!
SWOMOG Maternity Pajamas, Double Layer Nursing Pajama Set with Pockets for Pregnancy, Breastfeeding, 3Pcs
Loose and comfortable so it doesn’t cause irritation to your incision
Ekouaer Women's T-Shirt Nightgown Waffle Knit Short Sleeve Sleepshirts Comfy Casual Cover Ups
Absolutely adorable and still loose enough to wear post c-section
Ekouaer Lounge Sets for Women Short Sleeve Tops and Long Pants Soft Comfy Pajamas Set 2 Piece Outfits S-XXL
More of a shorts and short sleeves option versus long sleeves and pants
Ekouaer Women's 2 Piece Pajama Sets Short Sleeve Lounge Sets Soft Round Neck Top and Shorts Sleepwear
Something I didn’t have with my first that I really wish I had, compression socks. You don’t realize, but your legs and ankles may swell and retain some fluid after your procedure and the first few days you’re home. It goes away, but these would help...
Kindred Bravely Compression Socks 2-Pack | Graduated Compression Socks for Circulation Pregnancy Travel
Even though you had a c-section you still want to use this after using the restroom so you aren’t bending and stretching to reach and causing irritation to your incision
Frida Mom Upside Down Peri Bottle
This kit comes with just about everything you need in a convenient carrying case which is amazing. This is what I got since it was all there and I will be reusing the carrying case with my second
Frida Mom C-Section Recovery Kit - 3ct
Even after you’re done with the pads or diapers you will want underwear that don’t hit right at your incision while it heals the rest of the way. These are great
UpSpring C Panty High Waist C Section Recovery Underwear - Black - L/XL
You doctor might keep you taking Prenatals after birth especially if you’re breastfeeding
Prenatal Vitamin Dietary Supplement Tablets - 100ct - up&up™
These are such a genius product and so amazing to use postpartum!
Frida Mom C-Section Silicone Scar Patches
If you have itching, which most do at some point, I’ve been told to put a heating pad on it to help on a super low setting
Electric Heating Pads,Heating Pads for Back,Shoulder,Hot Pad for Neck and Arms,Abdomen,Moist Heated Pad for Legs and Knee,Auto Shut Off(Light Gray, 24''×12'')
Using these is so helpful for any redness, soreness, swelling/irritation
Perineal Cooling Pad, Postpartum Cold Packs Gel Bead Ice Pack Cold Therapy for Women After Pregnancy and Delivery, Gift for New Mom, 2 Ice Pack and 2 Cover (Blue)
This is another thing I didn’t have with my first that I already have on order for my repeat c section. You basically have to sleep sitting up for a bit so this would have made like so much easier
Bedluxe Wedge Pillow Headboard, Orthopedic Bed Wedge Pillow Set 3Pcs, Adjustable Pillow Wedge for Acid Reflux and Back Pain Relief, Folding Triangle Pillow for Sleeping with Knee Support, White/Grey
There are another great option for disposable underwear
Frida Mom Disposable Underwear C-Section - Petite 8ct