Post-Pregnancy Recovery: Hormones, Fitness & Body Changes

The post-pregnancy body undergoes significant hormonal shifts alongside physical changes such as bloating and weight retention. Safely returning to the gym and managing postpartum back pain are essential for a full recovery.

How Soon After C-Section Can You Start Exercising?

Published Jun,13 2017 | By Kay Uzoma

A C-section, or cesarean section, is necessary when a vaginal birth is not possible. Recovery time takes longer after a C-section than after a vaginal birth. Although you can be released from the hospital two to four days after the surgery, you will still need to spend several weeks recovering at home.