How long would you wait to go for a second baby after a c-section?

Question

I always wanted to have children and I want to have them one after the other (with a less time as possible)
How long should I wait between two children. I have a 6 month old and the desire is growing inside me to have a second child! But my gyno advised my to wait at least 2 years?
What would you do?

Answer 1

I have never had a c-section but I would listen to the doctor or get a professional second opinion. Good Luck!!

Answer 2

I would wait at least a year before trying for a second child. This way your first child, you, and your spouse have more time to bond without all the symptoms of pregnancy. I also want to have my children one right after the other, but I have to think of what's best for my son, second child, husband, and me. My three month old son was born via c-section and I remember the recovery was pretty hard even with my families support. Once I recovered I had this beautiful child that needed me almost every moment of the day. My point is, I could not image having two children still in that kind of dependent stage. I don't think it would be fair for the children when they are still learning/mastering the basic skills of mobility and understanding. In addition think of your health mentally, physically, and your relationship with your spouse. Best wishes

Answer 3

As a general rule, you should probably hold off on trying to conceive again for 18 to 23 months which is about the same waiting period recommended for women who deliver vaginally.

That may seem like a long time, but you've just had major surgery in addition to giving birth and you need to let your body recover and replenish lost nutrients. For instance, you may be anemic because of the iron transferred to your baby and placenta during pregnancy, as well as the blood loss you suffered during childbirth. Women who deliver via c-section lose twice as much blood — about two pints on average — as women who deliver vaginally.

Studies have also shown that women who conceive less than six months after giving birth may have a higher risk for complications such as a ruptured uterus or a premature or low-birth weight baby. You'll need some time to adjust to your new life as a parent, too, before you add another baby into the mix. By giving yourself plenty of time to heal and to get acclimated to parenthood, you'll give your next baby the best start in life.

That said, if you do get pregnant less than 18 months after a c-section, don't panic. Taking at least an 18-month break between births is a guideline designed to reduce your risk of complications, but many women get pregnant sooner and do just fine.

In fact, if you're in your late 30s, it might make more sense to begin trying to conceive nine to 12 months after having a c-section. It's not uncommon for women over 35 to have trouble getting pregnant with the second baby, and the risk of having difficulty conceiving increases with age. The best time to get pregnant again can differ from woman to woman, so talk to your healthcare provider about your specific circumstances.

Good luck! :)

Answer 4

I would go with what your gyno says, and get a second opinion from a real doctor (not someone from Yahoo).

Unlike what the "doctor" above said, having a baby does not confuse "geans" and cause Down Syndrome. Down Syndrome can happen to anyone, but is more likely in older mothers because as the eggs age it is more likely. It has nothing to do with C sections or having other children.

Answer 5

I was told at first to wait at least a year before becoming pregnant again after my c-section but after my friend became pregnant 3 months after her c-section i had to find out more info and was told your body actually heals very fast and your advised to wait that long as a precaution.
At 6 months on i'd say you could go ahead but i would advise you to speak to your GP first.
Good luck!!

Answer 6

My kids are 2 and half years apart they are both c-section baby's. I think it's recommended to wait about 18 to 23 months. Enjoy your new baby now and give your body time to heal. You don't want to risk a tear in you uterus it's dangerous to you and your child.

Answer 7

24 months

Answer 8

i;ve read that you need to give your body at least 18 months to recover before conceiving again...i have a 4 months old and i would love another one, like right now!

Answer 9

You really dont have to wait 2 whole years do it when ever you want

Answer 10

I am a doctor and i have told hundreds of people to wait 2 years or there is a chance of down syndrom because the genteic geans are confused from having one 6 months ago and your baby that you are thinking of having might die so wait or start planning a funeral!