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Guidelines for Driving after C Section
- Mothers who have undergone a cesarean are encouraged not to drive for 3-6 weeks. You should be able to push on the brakes rapidly without feeling any hesitation due to abdominal pain.
- Make sure you practice swift braking in the car before actually driving to make sure you can react in an emergency. You should also be 100% free of narcotic pain medication before attempting to drive a vehicle.
- You can ride in the car as a passenger for local trips after two weeks (recommended but perhaps not realistic). Wait for 6 weeks before taking longer trips - making sure to take frequent "walking stops" to avoid blood clots.
Talk to your doctor for the best advice....
