As a new mum, I knew nothing - and take advice from all around me. So after my caesar, I was told "oh, you can't drive for 6 weeks...", so I just assumed that was true. I spent 5 weeks at home going batty. I walked MILES to the local shopping centre just to get out. Then I phoned the insurance company to advise them about the pram & car seat... and I mentioned the 6 week thing - and they said "no, you can drive - unless your doctor says you can't". AAAaaaahhhhh !!! I could have driven any time... most likely from the 2nd week.