A cesarean delivery, also called C-section, requires more time to recover than a vaginal delivery. The big C-section scar takes time to heal, and your back and abdominal muscles need time to gain ...

C-sections, while sometimes necessary for maternal and fetal well-being, can pose risks to future fertility. The procedure can lead to complications like placenta accreta, uterine rupture, and ...

Although it might seem like C-sections are common, it is essential to remember that it is still a major abdominal operation that comes with risks. Cesarean delivery, also known as C-section, is a ...

Bringing a baby into the world through a Caesarean section (C-section) is a significant experience for any mother. While breastfeeding is a natural part of the post-delivery process, it can feel more ...

Some bleeding is typical after a C-section. Contact your care team if you notice changes in the amount or color of blood you’re passing or experience additional symptoms, like feeling faint or short ...

Financial and social incentives can nudge doctors away from the operating room. By Sarah Kliff and Bianca Pallaro Sarah Kliff reported from Rochester, N.Y. Bianca Pallaro analyzed historical C-section ...