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C-Section Moms Fight for Better Post-Op Care
1 Nov
Summary
- Many mothers experience severe physical trauma and pain post-Caesarean.
- A petition calls for government funding for improved C-section recovery.
- Campaigners cite a fragmented system failing to provide adequate support.
Mothers who have undergone Caesarean sections are advocating for enhanced postnatal care, reporting significant physical trauma and insufficient recovery support. Kyra, a mother of three from Leicestershire, described her recovery from a planned Caesarean in October 2025 as "horrific," experiencing ongoing pelvic floor issues, bladder symptoms, and persistent pain around her scar. She noted that while her baby received attention, her own recovery from major abdominal surgery was largely neglected.
Kyra is now supporting a petition calling for government funding to improve C-section care across the NHS. The petition, which has garnered over 2,000 signatures, emphasizes the need for standardized scar care, abdominal rehabilitation, and mental health support, arguing that current advice of "rest and don't lift anything heavy" is inadequate.
Women's health physiotherapist Hannah Poulton, who started the petition, stated that many women feel vulnerable and isolated, experiencing recovery issues years later. She noted that the care system is fragmented, with maternity care poorly connected to postnatal services. This disjointed approach prevents mothers from receiving the necessary physical and mental health support.
The government has stated its commitment to improving maternity and neonatal care standards. Renewed efforts through the Women's Health Strategy aim to enhance postnatal support for women's physical and mental health, with updated guidance setting clearer standards for assessing needs and ensuring post-pregnancy support.
