Watch out for some warning signals

• Heavy vaginal Bleeding
• Incision that last for weeks
• Increasing Redness or if it spreads more than half and inch from around your wound
  

• Pus that appear on your wound

What you should not do for at least 6 weeks

• No using of tampons , Use only sanitary pads
• No douching
• No Intercourse
• No Driving
• Do not use a Bath Tub
• Do not rub the incision while showering
• Avoid any forms of exercise , especially abdominal and high impact exercises
• Avoid lifting of any heavy things
• Try not to bend too often
• No eating of seafood

What you should do

• While showering , let the water run over and use an antibacterial soap and gently wash the area
• Be use to Pat the area dry . Do not rub it.  You may use tissue as it is more gentle than using towel
• You may use Bacitracin or Neosporin ointment and apply to reduce scarring.  (Make sure that your wound is completely healed and make sure you are not allergic to the products)
• Take the painkillers if you need to feel better
• Hold your tummy up  if you need to cough or laugh loudly, this will prevent any pain on your wound
• If you are breastfeeding, try laying on your side ( baby is on your bed) when latching, this prevents any pressure on your wound
• Use a sanitary pad to cover and protect your wound against rubbing with your clothes
• If you suspect you have an infection, see you droc and ask for an antibiotics
• To prevent blood clots, wriggles your toes to encourage blood circulation especially after delivery. You are encourage to get down from bed after 6-8 hours after delivery
• Have a postnatal massage to help to recover faster. This can only be done at least 3 weeks after delivery

For caesarean delivery, the road to recovery take slightly longer and may also be a bit tougher with many "You cant do this" to follow. Read and get advice from mummies who has been through it. When you are better equip what to expect and what you should do. I am sure you will be able to take things in your hand.