Pregnancy after c-section

[Newmommyjoysky]

I had a baby by c-section about 5 1/2 months ago. I think I may pregnant again. I took 4 home pregnancy tests and 3 of those were positive.  I went to the doctor and they said the test was negative. How early is too early to get pregnant after a c-section?  Are there any complications that go along with this? Any help would be appreciated. Thank you

[Bobbismom]

It is my understanding that you can get pregnant almost right away after having a baby( weather it be a natural Birth or a C-section birth)but it's not good for your body to do that. as far as complications...well I am assuming (and If I'm wrong someone tell me please)that there might be a slight possiblity of tearing the scar from the c-section open while the baby grows.
Good Luck!

[Newmommyjoysky]

Thank you for answering. That is what I was worried about.  I have been 'feeling' pregnant for about 3 weeks and have done the math and could be 7 weeks pregnant.  I guess the pill is not always 99 % effective!?!  My internal scar from my c-section has started to 'burn' for lack of a better word. I am a little paraniod about the egg trying to implant on the internal scar.
I don't know if that can even happen. Thank you again. It is nice to know someone was listening.

[420mommy]

Hi everyone...
To answer your questions....I just had a baby 6 and a half months ago, and I am now 5 months pregnant. So at any time after you stop your period after delivering a child you may get pregnant! As far as complications...I am having quite a bit of trouble...any time the baby kicks me I kneel over in pain...I have no idea if this is normal or not...but it starts hurting so bad at times I can't quit crying and I litterally feel as if my insides are tearing apart. Can anyone tell me if this is normal?

420mommy

[JJ'sMama&J'sWife]

I had a baby boy a little over 3 months ago. I had gotten the birth control shot but I think it didn't work. I feel like I'm pregnant again but I'm scared to go to the doctor because I had heard that you had to get an abortion if you get pregnant before too soon after a cesarean. Is this true? And I too feel like I'm pulling apart and I'd only be a month or so. I'm very petite (if that matters) and I'm so scared of what the doctors will have to say or what they'll have to do. Any advise?

Dying2know

[mdsch13]

No one can make you get an abortion. But your doctor can help with your peace of mind, and possibly offer advice if you are. They may suggest it, but it is highly unlikely unless you are in danger due to ectopic pregnancy or Cesarean Scar Pregnancy, both of which are rare cases. I don't think being petite will matter very much, but again, if you are really worried, your doctor can give you confirmation and options.

[sad_mommy23]

I had my baby boy around 3 months ago. I want to get pregnant right away because I lost him. My doctor said that I could get pregnant 3 months after he was born. I think that I might be pregnant, but I havn't taken a pregnancy test. The doctor said that I healed nicely and quickly.


Very Hopeful

[BearHitch]

I was pregnant here just 6 months after having a baby via c-section.  The doctor told me that I would be fine.  There is a small chance of uterine rupture, but it is a small chance.  If you have pain and a lot of cramping, I would be seen about that.  

[Mel650]

I just had my baby girl 6 weeks ago and I had intercourse for the first time last week.  I didn't realize you could get pregnant this early after delivery.  I had a csection too.  Would they really encourage an abortion?  Would it be safe to carry the baby to term before you are done healing?

[mdsch13]

There are many women who get pregnant that soon after c-section, and carry a healthy baby to term. Unless you are in danger due to an ectopic pregnancy, or a cesarean scar implantation (both of which are rare), I doubt they would recommend an abortion, much less require one. You may have to take it easy throughout your pregnancy, but it is possible.

[peekawho]

They would present you with the risks of pregnancy so soon after a C/Section, and you would then decide for yourself what you wanted to do.  It all depends on the type of C/Section, if complications were present, your own medical history, etc.

Some would carry the pregnancy despite the risks, some might not.  

If you have sex, you can become pregnant.  Use a good method of birth control, and you won't likely have to face this issue.

[MamaRose]

My daughter delivered her daughter by C Section 3 weeks ago.  Sadly she was stillborn.  She went to see her doctor yesterday and he told her that she could start trying to conceive anytime after her first normal menstrual cycle and that's what she plans to do.  She will definitely have a C Section with her next babies.

[marmalay]

I am so sorry about your daughter I too had a recent lost, my dughter who I  gave birth through via c section  on july 3 was also a still born I was 38 weeks. I went for my six week check  two weeks ago and my doctor told to wait 2- 3 months how ever  a doctor in the family told us we couldd start right away as early as after six weeks so my husband and I are were so anxious we didnt wait and right after the six weeks have been triyng but am realy scared God willing everything wiill go well my prayers are with your gaughter  and tell her for now and ever she will always have an Angel watching over her the way my Angel will be too God bless

[mykait08]

i Just had my baby sep 23 2008 and i am prego again i am so worried that i will not be able to get an abortion i cant have another baby at this time and i dont know what to do please help me

[rockie6]

I also had a baby on Aug. 24,2008 she is 5mths now. I think I may be preganant also.I'm also concerned not ready for a baby now I also have a 7year old at home

[daisymarie]

I have had 5 kids and am pregnant again my last child was deliverd at 33 weeks by c-section because of placenta previa and hemmorage at 3 cms. my doctors told me that i can have a normal VBAC (vaginal birth after c-section). and that ruptures happen in less than 1% and out of the ruptures that happen only about 1%-2% have been bad enuf to have to have doctors interveen. most ruptures r so small they heal on there own. Also ruptures happen to about the same percent of people even when they hav not had a c-section. so as my doctors had told me I have the same chance of rupture as if i never had a c-section at all. here is a link to a web site that will explan all about VBAC.    Vaginal Birth After Cesarean FAQ - Childbirth.org

[lulu7373]

I had my first baby on sept 21 by c-section.  My mother had trouble getting prego after she had me.  My husband and I thought that I would have the same problem so I didn't get any birth control.  So, now its april and I've only had two periods since the baby.  Go figure!!!  I am happy but at the same time I am a little scared.  I don't really want to talk to the doctor and find out if I really am or if it is okay that I am prego again.  I am not sure what to do.  If any one has some advice for me and what I can do without going to crazy.  By the way, I hate doctors and hospitals.  I can't talk to doctors like I can regular people.  I'm not sure why that is. Now you know why I have such a hard time with this.

[Loveself28305]

Well I'm relieved to see that I'm not alone with the surprise and shock of being 8 wks prego just seven months after delivering my son via c section. I must emplore and encourage all of you to seek your previous obgyns insight. They will be honest and frank with you since they have experience with you. My doc says me and new baby are doing well and has reccomended seeing me more frequently to ensure safe developement along the way. I am overwhelmed at the thought of having two small children! Especially since I also have a 7 HR old. I've contemplated terminating but my spouse would be heartbroken and as my good friend put it " adding on to your family can only increase your life experience and that of your children". We shall see! Let's uplift and encorage one another. Peace and joy are far more contageous and productive than fear. I wish you all the best!

[me210]

iam prego 6 and a half months my baby might have trisomy 18 they not for sure but what to do

[jellybean833]

i just hd a bby 5mnths ago by c-section n prego again. i feel the c-section scar stretches a lil evry now n thn

[Mrssaad]

Iam sorry if my language might have some mistakes..Iam Egyptian like to share my story wz all of you.
Iam 29 get married 1 years ago..I got pregnant 3 months after my marriage..my daughter was delivered by a c-section in 2nd of aprail 2010 then she died 24 hours after giving birth.
Iam in a very bad need to start over try again after my 40 days period.. but my doctor always advice to wait for at least 6 months..
do you think that the c-section would have bad effect upon my baby health conloused to her death?? you think I can have a natural delivery after my c-section if I get pregnangt immediatly?? you think my age is to old to wait?
I would be very happy to have your comments

[omobolanle fagbemi]

I'm sorry about your baby, I had the same experience too, only she died after 48 hours, that was Nov 2008, by may 2009, I got preg again and now my little boy is almost 6wks old. I had a repeat C/S though. The truth is if you get preg too soon, say less than 9 months after you are likely to have another C/S, so it's good to wait like your doc says but if you don't mind having another C/S, you can go ahead within 6 months and you are not that old except you are planning on having lots of children!

[Corababy]

I am soo worried 4 months and one week ago i had my daughter  she was 5 weeks preemie and weighed 4 pounds 12 oz i had to have a emergency c section due to getting preclampsia But she was very healthy and i would like to think i healed and got better pretty fast Well I have bin taking birth control but i did miss  2 through out this month and now i missed my period can anyone give me any advice Has anyone had a succesfull pregnancy that close after a c section ?

[topkid3]

had c section 12weeks ago and are pregnant (2weeks) we were trying and am delighted as did not think would happen so quick ! this will be my 3rd c section have 8yr old also . I said to my doc in hosp and gp that I wanted to have another straight away if possible ! and no issue . so cross fingers all goes to plan and remember everything happens for a reason ! xx

[jobow]

I had a c section on December 2009 due to failure to progress, sadly my daughter died of a brain tumour five days later, I was desperate to get pregnant again and was pregnant by May 2009, I had a healthy baby boy by c secttion in February 2010 wirh no complications, and have just found out today that I am five weeks pregnant.

[Heartached]

I also want to share my story I had a very long complicated pregnancy and I was waiting to see my son who was born by Bikini line C Section 3rd of May, Sadly he passed away 2 days later in the NICU the doctor said I should wait 6 month but he didnt insiste on it, however I wish to have another baby right away, he was my 1st baby and am 24 year (Healthy) old, but that really broke my heart and I dont think the ace will ever go unless I have another baby, wish to hear success stories about getting pregnant so soon after a c section.

[annmarie94]

Hi i have a three month old daughter who was 7weeks prem and delivered by an emergency c-section i am n pregnant again im at least 2month pregnant is this a bad thing as i don;t want to abort??