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When Can Postpartum Belts Be Worn?
Question: hi doctor, I had c section on 2 march, when can I start wearing postpartum belt and for how long in a day?
Brief Answer:
You can start after 4 months.
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
As you had c- section 2 months before you have to wait 2 months more to start wearing a belt.
You can wear it for 10-12 hrs., remove during eating and sleeping time. It will support your uterus and helpful in the involution of the uterus.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr Richa Agarwal, OBGYN
You can start after 4 months.
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
As you had c- section 2 months before you have to wait 2 months more to start wearing a belt.
You can wear it for 10-12 hrs., remove during eating and sleeping time. It will support your uterus and helpful in the involution of the uterus.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr Richa Agarwal, OBGYN
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