Long story short. I'm not pregnant (yet!) but am planning fourth. Had three previous CSections. Last time I experienced A LOT of lower abdominal pain from about seven months. Admitted for checks, twice, scar all ok. Seen consultant before TTC this time to check ok to go ahead with fourth pregnancy and cs, and he has no concerns.
I'm hoping the pain I experience is not related to adhesion from the three previous surgeries. I'm doing some research and trying to find out if weak ligaments/muscles could be to blame.
The pain I felt last time was under the bump. As I've said, I only experienced it from about 7 months so I'm pretty sure it's to do with the weight of the baby. If I could have spent all day with my hands under my bump it would have felt better, but not perfect.
The pain would always be worse after a busy day and would improve with rest.
Has anyone else experienced anything similar?
If it's ligaments/muscle weakness is there anything I can do to improve strength now before I'm pregnant or in early pregnancy?
Would one if those support belts help? I've heard mixed things about them so not sure if they're a good idea or not. Anyone used one? Recommend what to buy?
My previous community mw wasn't really very helpful (I'm hoping I get a different one next time) so that's why I ended up phoning hospital and being admitted twice.
If I do get pregnant again, I'd like to be more prepared for it this time - looking after three other children, pushing pushchair, walking for school runs, housework etc isn't going to make it any easier!!!
All help/advice/view points much appreciated.
Thanks
M xxx