How soon after my c-section can I use my ab lounge?

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My hubby gve me an ab louge to get back in shape after our baby, but we weren't counting on an emergency c-section... :(!! So, if anyone has any sugestions on how soon I can start working out??
 
i wouldn't advise using that specific exercise machine until about 2 or 3 weeks after the surgery. when doctors enter the womb through the stomach, they cut through fat, muscle, and the uterus itself of course. so any stretching of the abdominal muscles will cause the stitching to re-open and the uterus possibly to rip in the area where it was cut. so, instead try walking (although it's nobody's favorite) climbing up and down the stairs and walking in place. you should also never overexert yourself after the baby. you don't want to hurt yourself.
 
i wouldn't advise using that specific exercise machine until about 2 or 3 weeks after the surgery. when doctors enter the womb through the stomach, they cut through fat, muscle, and the uterus itself of course. so any stretching of the abdominal muscles will cause the stitching to re-open and the uterus possibly to rip in the area where it was cut. so, instead try walking (although it's nobody's favorite) climbing up and down the stairs and walking in place. you should also never overexert yourself after the baby. you don't want to hurt yourself.
 
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