12/08/2026
6 months ago, I shared why I chose an elective C-section. A personal decision I made from research, self-trust and what felt was right for me.
6 months on, would I make the same decision again?
Absolutely.
Recovery hasn’t been completely effortless. It has taken time, patience and listening to my body. But I’m honestly amazed by how the body can recover and rebuild.
I can still do Pilates roll-ups, planks, teasers and all the core exercises I could do before pregnancy. They’re harder than they used to be, but I can feel myself getting stronger every time I practice.
And the “C-section shelf” I was so worried about…Doesn’t exist 🙏🏼
I was also worried about scar tissue causing tightness or limiting my movement, particularly in exercises like Swan or Upward Dog. But 6 months later, my range of movement is exactly where it was before, with no restriction or tightness.
I had my 6-week check with Emma Tailby | Specialist Women’s Health Physiotherapist , followed by a couple more sessions for scar massage and cupping, and I continued scar massage myself morning and evening.
Pilates has been a huge part of rebuilding my core and stability, while yoga feels like my best friend at the moment 💜
I’ve also just started properly getting back into strength and weight training, and I’m loving it.
It’s taken time to find a new routine whilst balancing motherhood, working 25+ hours a week and doing it all on very little sleep. My body hasn’t magically bounced back overnight but I’m stronger than I was 6 months ago, I’m moving well and I’m learning to appreciate everything my body has done.
As I said in my original post, this is my experience- not advice or a recommendation for how anyone else should give birth.
There is no one “right” way to give birth. Just the way that feels right for you 🤍
