I had my c section under GA and they didn't wait to put mine in. I felt it but it wasn't too bad. As far as recovery. I was out of bed the next day and had a shower etc. I used my painkillers for awhile. I went home after not even 2 days though. I think if I had actually had a baby to care for I would have sucked it up more but seeing as I didn't I lounged around more than I should have I think.