C-Section Recovery MISTAKES That Could Ruin Your Healing (Physiotherapist Reveals What Hospitals Don't Tell You) | 219

Trish sits down with Crystal, a physical therapist and c-section recovery expert with 17 years of experience and a professor for over 11 years, to discuss crucial insights into recovering from a C-section. They emphasize the importance of not solely relying on hospital recovery instructions, as proper early care can significantly impact long-term healing and pain management. Crystal shares her personal experience, having had two c-section births,  and professional expertise on common recovery mistakes, the value of early gentle movements, scar care, and strategies to regain core strength and mobility. This conversation is packed with essential tips, support options, and resources for moms navigating their C-section recovery journey.More from Crystal Garnett:Follow her on Instagram @csectionphysioVisit  www.csectionphysio.com Enroll in Crystal’s program using the code “LABORNURSEMAMA’ and get Labor Nurse Mama’s Belly Birth Masterclass included for FREE!Helpful Timestamps:01:35 Crystal's Personal C-Section Experience02:33 The Shocking Lack of Post-Op Care Instructions06:30 The Importance of Gentle Movements and Breathing Exercises08:46 Managing Intra-Abdominal Pressure and Pain11:07 Scar Care and Emotional Healing15:12 The Role of Compression and Support in Recovery18:15 Managing Pain and Mobility21:03 Importance of Support and Assistance22:19 Lifting and Handling Post-Surgery26:02 Scar Massage and Healing Techniques28:54 Silicone Tape and Scar CareJoin the #1 Birth Course for Confident Birth!Over 15,000 women have used our classes to prepare for birth with the knowledge and tools provided by a Labor Nurse.💻 Self-paced and lifetime access👩🏻‍⚕️ Perfect for all births- hospital, birth center, or home!🎧 Includes birth meditations and prayers. 🌍 Women all over the world have loved our classes. ✅ Start nowJoin The Birthpod ™ course Join The Calm Labor Confident Birth CourseConnect w/ Trish: On InstagramOn YouTubeFor more pregnancy & birth education, subscribe to The Birth Experience on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you listen to podcasts.Produced and Edited by Vaden Podcast Services