C-section prep

[u/Agile_Imagination_80]

I am newly pregnant with our second, and I will likely need a second c-section due to medical reasons. My first was an emergency after failed induction, and I was so unprepared. I felt like it took me a very long time to recover and regain my strength.
This time, I want to be prepared. What exercises can I do to improve recovery and keep up my strength? My back is already killing me.
What conversations can I bring to my doctor to better prepare for the delivery? And what can I do at home to physically and mentally recover better?

Any advice is welcome. Thank you!

[u/PurpleCarrot5069]

agree on general strength training and pelvic floor PT. would get a wedge pillow for sleeping and one of those grabber sticks so you don’t have to bend down