8 Postpartum C-Section Surprises Most Women Don't Talk About

Though new mamas are encouraged to get up and move as soon as possible, walking is a bit more complicated due to the catheter that is kept in for the first day.

Even years after giving birth, many mamas notice a slight bump in their skin above their C-section scar.

Considering that a C-section is major abdominal surgery, it's amazing that a woman can get out of bed and go for a short walk within hours of the procedure.

Even if you haven't had a vaginal birth, postpartum sex can be painful due to the aftermath of surgery.

In the immediate hours following surgery, as the body rids itself of the anesthesia and calms down from the procedure, many women find themselves shaking uncontrollably.