Theory_at_glance/INTRO.html. INTRO.html. Introduction. This monograph describes theories of health-related behaviors, the processes of changing. behaviors, and community and environmental factors that influence behavior in a practical, easily applied style.
Blood flow is usually heavier immediately after your c-section and continues for about 4-5 days. Your bleeding will taper off and get lighter after about 10-12 days. Typically bleeding lasts about 3-4 weeks in total but can go for as long as 6 weeks.
1. Get Plenty of Rest. A C-section is major surgery. Just like with any other surgery, your body needs time to heal afterward. Expect to stay in the hospital for three to four days after your delivery (longer if there are complications), and give your body up to six weeks to fully heal. Thatâs easier said than done. Itâs hard to crawl into bed for hours on end when you have a baby who is demanding lots of attention.