How long after cesarean section can I have a second child?

After the policy of opening up to second-child policy came out, many families began to take action. Childbirth is a very big thing for women, and there are many factors to consider. In order to reduce the harm to the baby, some women will choose to have a caesarean section. The most concerned thing for women who have a caesarean section is how long it will take to have a second child. So how long will it take to have a second child after a caesarean section?

First, how long will it take to have a second child after a cesarean section? After a cesarean section, it is difficult for the mother's uterine incision to return to its previous healthy state in a short period of time, and it takes some time to heal. Generally speaking, the uterine incision scar will mature from 3 months to 6 months after surgery, and it will take two to three years after surgery for the uterine scar to heal completely to a healthy level. Therefore, if a mother chooses to have a caesarean section for her first child, it is best to wait two years before preparing for the second child, so as to minimize the risk of childbirth.

Second, things to note when having a second child by cesarean section: It is best for mothers to have an assessment before pregnancy to see how the uterine scar is recovering. If an ultrasound examination finds that the muscle layer at the uterine incision scar is thin or interrupted, it is considered that the uterine incision has not healed well and is not suitable for further pregnancy. During pregnancy, you should pay special attention to protecting your abdomen, avoid doing heavy physical labor, and be especially careful if you experience symptoms such as constipation and cough. Pay attention to fetal movement. The number, speed, strength, etc. of fetal movements often indicate the safety of the fetus. Generally, during pregnancy, there should be 3-5 fetal movements per hour or at least 10 times a day (12 hours).

How long after a cesarean section can you have a second child? The above content introduces it. At the same time, you should also pay attention to going to the hospital early to wait for delivery. Because the mother has already given birth to her first child, in order to prevent uterine rupture or fetal death, she should be hospitalized two weeks in advance so that any problems can be discovered and dealt with in a timely manner. The best option for a second child is a caesarean section. Theoretically speaking, as long as the uterus recovers well, the fetal weight is properly controlled, and the pregnant woman has no contraindications to vaginal delivery in the next pregnancy, she can still give birth naturally. However, because there are still unpredictable risks in natural delivery, it is included in the indications for cesarean section.