how long do you stay at the hospital after having a baby?
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While you may be able to go home after 48 (or even 24) hours, you might need to spend around three or four days in hospital - it's a pretty big operation after all!
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nateone/Flickr The World Health Organization recommends that women who have uncomplicated vaginal deliveries stay in the hospital for at least 24 hours after birth. The first 24 hours after birth are critical for monitoring both the baby's and the mother's health.
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After your caesarean, you'll stay in hospital for about 3-5 days. This can vary between hospitals. Sometimes it depends on how long your caesarean recovery takes. In some hospitals you can choose to go home early (in the first 72 hours) and have your follow-up care at home.
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If you're in a public hospital and have a straightforward vaginal birth, you and your baby could be discharged home between four and 48 hours after the birth, depending on the hospital and the model of care you've had.
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After a C-section - in the hospital. Most women will remain in the hospital for 2 to 3 days after a cesarean birth (C-section). Take advantage of the time to bond with your new baby, get some rest, and receive some help with breastfeeding and caring for your baby.
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Average Hospital Stay The usual length of stay is 2-7 days. Your doctor may choose to keep you longer if complications arise.
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The average hospital stay after a C-section is 2 to 4 days, and keep in mind recovery often takes longer than it would from a vaginal birth. Walking after the C-section is important to speed recovery and pain medication may be supplied too as recovery takes place.
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Going home after caesarean birth After your caesarean, you'll stay in hospital for about 3-5 days. This can vary between hospitals. Sometimes it depends on how long your caesarean recovery takes. In some hospitals you can choose to go home early (in the first 72 hours) and have your follow-up care at home.
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After a normal vaginal birth, you will probably stay in the birth room with your baby for about 2 hours. You may have a meal and a shower before transferring to the postnatal ward or going home. If you are going home 4 to 6 hours after birth, you might be able to stay in the birth room until discharge.
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The average stay in hospital after a caesarean is around 3 or 4 days, compared with an average of 1 or 2 days for a vaginal birth. You may experience some discomfort in your tummy for the first few days.
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The typical hospital stay after a caesarean delivery is about 3 days. You can feed and care for your newborn as you feel able. Before going home, you'll receive post-surgery instructions, including warning signs of complications.
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Recovering in hospital The average stay in hospital after a caesarean is around 3 or 4 days. You may be able to go home sooner than this if both you and your baby are well. While in hospital: you'll be given painkillers to reduce any discomfort.
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Postnatal stay at Auckland City Hospital On average, women who have had a vaginal birth will stay up to 48 hours and women who have had a caesarean section will stay up to five days.
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Typically, you will be in the hospital for 3 to 10 days, depending on how quickly you recover. Many patients are amazed at how much better they feel and how soon they can resume normal activities.
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Because fewer medications and medical interventions are involved, recovery time is shorter than at a hospital. Most families leave the center four to eight hours after birth, compared to 24 to 48 hours at a hospital. And a shorter stay means you'll spend less money. Reduced risk of a C-section.
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In most instances, you will be admitted to hospital on the day of your operation. You may be able to go home within 24 hours or, depending on your circumstances, you may need to stay in hospital for one to three days.
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Most of these babies go to the NICU (NIK-yoo) within 24 hours of birth. How long they stay depends on their health condition. Some babies stay only a few hours or days; others stay weeks or months.