How long for diastasis recti to heal after pregnancy?

Question

I'm a bit worried about getting diastasis recti after delivery. If it happens, how long does it typically take for diastasis recti to heal after pregnancy? What can I expect?

Darshanee Radhakrishnan · Answer

Please be very gentle with your body right now. After losing my first baby, I realized how precious health is. Don't rush into heavy core exercises to fix the gap, first consult a proper postnatal physiotherapist. Healing takes time, so please don't push yourself too hard.

Vibha Shetty · Answer

Honestly, I am no expert so won't give any medical tips, but for me it took around 6-8 months of very slow recovery. I just did basic breathing exercises and avoided lifting heavy buckets or bending wrongly. It gets better, just don't expect magic in a few weeks.

Esha Dwivedi · Answer

I am only in my second trimester and already worrying about postpartum recovery and this gap. Does this happen to everyone? I feel so anxious thinking about how my body will change and if it ever goes back to normal.

Arpitha Chaturvedi · Answer

Same here, took almost 9 months for me. Just avoid crunches and sit-ups as they can make it worse, do safe pelvic tilts instead.

Nupur Thakur · Answer

Beta, in our times we used to tie a cotton sari or cotton belt around the stomach after delivery to support the back and core. Of course, do it gently and only if your doctor says it is okay. Take proper rest for the first 40 days, body heals naturally if you don't rush.

Tripti Ganguly · Answer

Arey, don't worry, Rome wasn't built in a day, and neither is a flat tummy after growing a whole human! It took me a year to even locate my abs again, let alone heal them. Just wear loose clothes and ignore the gym pressure, enjoy your baby for now.