Once the birth is complete and the baby is born, the lives of the parents gradually begin to return to normal. One of the things couples are most curious about during this period is... postpartum sex lifeIt's about how it should be. Although many couples approach sexual activity cautiously and anxiously after childbirth, these anxieties are quite unfounded if certain points are taken into consideration.
When should sexual activity resume after childbirth?
Whether you had a vaginal birth or a cesarean section, your body needs time to recover. During the postpartum period, the uterus returns to its normal size, bleeding stops, and wounds heal. Experts recommend avoiding sexual intercourse until the bleeding has stopped. Therefore, you can postpone sexual intercourse until your body has completed its recovery process. Having sex while bleeding and discharge continue can increase the risk of infection.
Another criterion indicating your ability to return to sexual activity is your psychological state. Whether you feel ready for sexual intercourse again and whether your sexual desire has returned is an influential factor during this period. Sometimes some women feel ready within a few weeks, while others may not feel mentally ready for sex even after months. In such cases, talking to your partner about your feelings and not forcing yourself into sexual intercourse is the healthiest approach.
Sexual intercourse after childbirth Another frequently asked question is whether it will cause pain. During pregnancy, the ligaments supporting the uterus loosen slightly and sag somewhat. During intercourse after childbirth, some women may experience discomfort from the penis pushing against the uterus, but this definitely does not cause any pain. Changing positions will resolve the discomfort.
In conclusion, sexual intercourse is prohibited for six weeks after childbirth, until the mother's body has recovered. If checks at the end of this six-week period reveal no health problems, sexual intercourse is permissible. Sexual intercourse after this period does not cause any negative effects on the body, nor does it cause pain or discomfort. Vaginal dryness can occur during breastfeeding. You may experience pain during your first sexual encounters after childbirth. In this case, you can use a lubricant. However, if the pain persists, you can consult your doctor about this issue.
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