It can take time to recover fully after a cesarean. It’s important to take care of yourself—both for your own sake and because your new baby needs you.
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A fever of 100.4° F ( 38°C) or higher, or as directed by your provider
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Redness, pain, or discharge at the incision site that gets worse
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Vaginal bleeding that soaks through a pad per hour or large blood clots
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Severe pain in your stomach
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No bowel movement within 1 week after the birth of your baby
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Vaginal discharge that has a foul odor
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Swollen, red, and painful area in the leg
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Burning when urinating or blood in the urine
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A rash or hives
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Sore, red, painful area on the breasts (may also have flu-like symptoms)
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Feelings of anxiety, panic, and depression, or trouble bonding with your baby