In this solo episode of What They Didn't Tell You: From Core to Floor, Dr. Millie Schweky dives into one of the most overlooked parts of postpartum recovery healing after a Cesarean birth.
While new moms receive endless advice about caring for their newborn, very few are taught how to recover from a major abdominal surgery. From numbness and scar sensitivity to the infamous "C-section shelf," Dr. Millie explains what's actually happening inside your body and why so many women continue living with symptoms they believe are simply "normal."
This episode is a compassionate reminder that your birth experience matters, your recovery matters, and your feelings are valid. Whether your C-section happened six weeks ago or sixteen years ago, it's never too late to better understand your body and begin your healing journey.
Drawing from years of experience as a pelvic floor physical therapist and her own experience recovering from abdominal surgery Dr. Millie shares practical education, encouragement, and hope for every mother navigating life after a C-section.
In This Episode:
Why C-section recovery deserves more attention
Common myths about Cesarean birth
Why your C-section was not your fault
The emotional side of an unexpected birth experience
Why recovering from a C-section is different from a vaginal birth
Understanding numbness, tightness, and scar sensitivity
What causes the "C-section shelf"
Why scar healing is about more than just the skin
The role of pelvic floor physical therapy after a C-section
How to reconnect with your core, breathing, and nervous system
Why scar massage isn't always the first step
Dr. Millie's personal experience recovering from abdominal surgery
How understanding your body helps you stop fearing it
If you've ever felt disconnected from your body after a C-section, this episode is for you.
The Scar Release Method by Dr. Millie Shwecky is a 90 minute masterclass that will teach you how to reconnect with yourself, healing your c-section scar once and for all. Learn techniques to massage and release scar tissue, and strengthen the connections in your body to fully rehabilitate your scar.
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