Congrats on your upcoming arrival! Pati ikan haruan is pretty commonly recommended for C-section recovery here, the idea is that the black fish is rich in amino acids and unsaturated fatty acids that help with wound healing, both the external scar and the internal tissue. My friend who had a C-section drank it daily for close to two months on the advice of her Malay masseur, and she felt it helped with her internal wound healing and even her skin. That said, results do vary from person to person, so it's worth weighing whether the commitment (cost and drinking it consistently over weeks) suits you. Do check with your ObGyn or a dietitian first, especially since post-surgery nutrition needs can differ for everyone, better to be safe!
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