Moms that had a c-section (or more)

I have had 2 sections so I will be watching this post

Ooooh. Good question. I had two c-sections as well. That area has never been right since. There is this one spot on my lowed abdomen that is still sorta numb. I hope someone gives you some positive feedback

I've had 3 c-sections. My scar is on the outside of my abdomen. (a few inches below my bellybutton) I never had problems with irritation, but my scar is kind of tucked in on itself. I have no idea how to get rid of that, I guess I was hoping it would all flatten out when I finally reach my goal weight. lol Oh well. I never planned on wearing a bikini anyway. :laugh: I hope someone can actually help on this subject.

My last one was 4 1/2 years ago and the area still has no feeling there. I don't think that will ever change. No more kids for me. After 4 kids (including 3 c/s) I had those tubes cut and burned! lol

Had 3 surgeries on the same incision (2 were c-sections). Last one was 9 years ago .. WOW! That area is STILL numb and weak. Honestly, I still have issues sitting up without rolling over to my knees first.

I can also promise that when I get to my goal weight, I will still have a pouch, so short of a tummy tuck,, I don't think there's much I can do. Not trying to be negative ... just realistic. But that's OK! I can always hold that scar over my kids' heads! LOL

On the brighter side, it's not as sensitive as it used to be nor does it itch incessantly anymore. I used to work my abs hard and it was depressing because I could only do about 1/2 what everyone else in the class could. They did become stronger, but if you don't use it, you lose it! Really need to start back up ...

Hello all! I had 2 c-sections and then a complete hysterectomy with the same incision. I have alot of numbness and ofcourse the pouch is there. Since my hysterectomy in '04 I have put on the pounds!! What do I do?

I have had 2 c-sections and have discussed this at length with my OB/GYN. Unfortunately, he said there isn't a lot to be done about the pooch. No matter how much weight I lose, it will shrink, but will never magically defy gravity and suck back up above my scar because the skin has stretched so much, the "elasticity" is gone. He is a gym jock, and very physically fit, so I trust him. Mine is so bad, my stomach hangs over onto my legs and pelvis. If you have a smaller pooch, you may have hope. The irritation is most likely nerve damage, as is the numbness. I have an area on the right side of my scar that is numb, as well.

My sweet hubby told me that we'll start saving for a tummy tuck (and maybe a boob job) as my prize for shedding all the weight. Talk about incentive!!!

I've had 3 c-sections and I hear ya on the pouch. Mine is awful (had 2 sets of twins so was stretched out pretty good). I don't think short of a tummy tuck it will ever go away. I try to get in lots of cardio and am hoping it will at least shrink up enough it looks okay when I'm in clothes. No irritation in my incision, but my last was 4+ years ago.

I've had 3 kids and 2 c-sections and no pouch! I am also numb at the incision site, also. It could be genetics or that I have done pilates exercises and "8 min Abs" (an old video I've had forever) consistently after each baby, and/or the fact that I've always kept active and in shape. hope this helps!

I had two sections and my pooch is poochiful that's for sure! I had my last one 11 years ago and it's still kind of numb and feels frozen. I don't think that will ever go away.

I read somewhere today that it's next to impossible to lose the pooch and that crunches aren't helpful because of the layer of fat that resists shrinking. Sorry to be so negative. (It is good to learn that some of us have had some success at reducing the size of our tummies anyway)