by Joyce Slaton posted in Products & Prizes

Whether you planned on having a c-section or ended up with one, you may be surprised -- and dismayed -- by the difficult and lengthy recovery. The middle third of your body is sore and raw, you're exhausted, and it's hard for you to sit, stand, walk, and bend -- all the things your tiny new bundle demands!
But you're not out of options. As the number of c-sections has soared worldwide, products and gear designed to help women cope with its after-effects have too. Possibly most helpful of all: a new class of bouncer chairs for infants that sit on the floor like traditional bouncers, but are elevated to keep babies at waist- or thigh-height. If you've ever bent over post-c-section to pick up an infant, you know exactly why these things are brilliant -- for c-section moms, and those with bad backs, too. Don't elevate your bouncer by putting it on a table or countertop! If your baby tips or falls, he could be seriously injured. Stay safe and comfy instead with one of our 3 favorite adjustable-height bouncers.
1. Skip Hop Uplift Multi-Level Baby Bouncer

Skip Hop's thing is putting a spin on traditional baby products to turn them into parent problem-solvers, and the Uplift is as thoughtfully designed as every other Skip Hop offering. Turn a knob on the side to raise your baby up to a 34-inch height or lower her to the floor. This bouncer also vibrates, plays melodies and soothing sounds, and has a toy bar ready to hold any fasten-on g...