POSTPARTUM SEX
Just thinking about having sex can seem exhausting for new parents, specifically with all the things stacked against them: the pain from delivery, medications, hormones and possible depression. Although there is no obligatory waiting period before a couple can have sex again, many health care providers recommend holding on to sex until four to six weeks after delivery, irrespective of the delivery method. In addition to postpartum discharge and vaginal tears, you might experience fatigue, vaginal dryness, pain, and low sexual desire. Furthermore, if you had a vaginal tear requiring surgical repair, you might need to hold off a bit longer. According to Parent Magazine, giving birth awakens us to a range of sensations, and as a result, our bodies, particularly our genitals, become more alive, increasing our pleasure potential. Childbirth can also shift our internal parts into just the right place, to make them more sensitive to stimulation. “Many women report more comfort w...