C-Section Recovery Nutrition: Expert Tips for Optimal Healing

By A Mystery Man Writer

* Written by Marika Luukkonen, MHS, Registered Dietician Without a doubt, it is a wondrous thing for a new baby to arrive into the world, but it often takes a while for the mother to recover, both mentally and physically. Whether the birth was vaginal or a C-section, recovery is a process that takes time. Every postpartum recovery period is unique. The way the mother gave birth also impacts recovery and postpartum needs. From a mental recovery perspective, it makes a difference whether the C-section was planned or unexpected. A well-constructed diet can make the physical recovery process smoother, but it also offers benefits to psychological and emotional wellbeing. So how should you eat while recovering from a C-section? What to eat right after a C-section A C-section is a significant operation that inevitably comes with major challenges to the
* Written by Marika Luukkonen, MHS, Registered Dietician Without a doubt, it is a wondrous thing for a new baby to arrive into the world