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I have a diastasis recti, 8-9 fingers wide, If I have surgery now, will I be able to have more kids later?

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I have a diastasis recti, currently 8-9 fingers wide, mostly on the upper abdominals. I've done physical therapy for almost a year (it was 12 fingers before) and the therapist says I need surgery. I'm 29 with 2 kids and would like to have more. If I have surgery to fix this, will I be able to have more kids later?I am overweight and not sure how that effects everything. My blood pressure and cholesterol is in healthy ranges and my diet is good as well.

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