It depends on the c/s itself, as well as your pain threshold and general health. There are different ways of performing a c/s and some are gentler on your body post-op than others.

I was up and about as soon as the spinal wore off with little pain relief. I took pain relief for a couple of days and then nothing. I was definitely fine with walking and light household duties as soon as I went home from hospital, but I didn't have to do them because my Mum came to stay. I was driving within two weeks, was able to do an emergency brake without hesitation the first time I tested. Mum drove me around until then.

I started real exercise (a post-natal exercise class) after my six week post-natal appointment.