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Vitamin C is generally quite helpful for c-section recovery because it supports collagen production, which is really important for your wound to heal properly, so eating colourful fruits and vegetables like oranges, papaya, and bell peppers during recovery is a good idea. My friend who had her c-sect at KKH was actually told by her doctor that getting Vitamin C through food is the safest approach, especially when you're still in the early postpartum stage, since low doses from natural food sources are considered gentle enough. That said, I'll be honest, when I tried taking a higher-dose supplement on top of my diet, I found it a bit hard on my stomach when I was already dealing with postpartum bloating, so supplements are not always the smooth ride people expect. Some mums in my circle swear by the supplement route and felt it really sped up their scar healing, but a few others had similar digestive discomfort, so it really does vary from person to person. Either way, definitely worth checking with your O&G or GP first before starting any supplement, especially since your body is still healing from major surgery.

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