{"id":467,"date":"2020-07-07T20:01:08","date_gmt":"2020-07-07T20:01:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/gaintrial.com\/en\/?p=467"},"modified":"2020-07-07T20:05:29","modified_gmt":"2020-07-07T20:05:29","slug":"can-i-have-sex-after-giving-birth","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/gaintrial.com\/en\/can-i-have-sex-after-giving-birth\/","title":{"rendered":"Can I have sex after giving birth?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>There are several\nmyths and misconceptions around having sex after birth. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"535\" src=\"http:\/\/gaintrial.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/sex-after-childbirth-1024x535.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-469\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gaintrial.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/sex-after-childbirth-1024x535.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/gaintrial.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/sex-after-childbirth-300x157.jpg 300w, https:\/\/gaintrial.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/sex-after-childbirth-768x401.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><br>\n<strong>After <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/gaintrial.com\/en\/sex-after-c-section-should-you-do-it-or-wait\/\"><strong>giving\nbirth<\/strong><\/a><strong>, your body undergoes a lot of changes.<\/strong> Thus, indulging in\nsexual activities can be very confusing.<a href=\"#_ftn1\">[1]<\/a>\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" 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class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/gaintrial.com\/en\/can-i-have-sex-after-giving-birth\/#How_long_should_you_wait\" >How long should you wait?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/gaintrial.com\/en\/can-i-have-sex-after-giving-birth\/#Will_delivery_affect_sex\" >Will delivery affect sex?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/gaintrial.com\/en\/can-i-have-sex-after-giving-birth\/#Can_I_become_pregnant_soon\" >Can I become pregnant soon?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/gaintrial.com\/en\/can-i-have-sex-after-giving-birth\/#Is_it_safe_to_get_pregnant_within_the_first_year_of_giving_birth\" >Is it safe to get pregnant within the first year of giving\nbirth?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/gaintrial.com\/en\/can-i-have-sex-after-giving-birth\/#Is_bleeding_after_or_during_sex_normal_post-delivery\" >Is bleeding after or during sex normal post-delivery?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/gaintrial.com\/en\/can-i-have-sex-after-giving-birth\/#Effects_of_pregnancy_and_Delivery_on_Libido\" >Effects of pregnancy and Delivery on Libido<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_long_should_you_wait\"><\/span>How long should you wait?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Pregnancy and\ndelivery will bring about a lot of changes. <strong>After giving birth, the vaginal\ntissue becomes thin and sensitive. <\/strong>Not only that, but your vagina, uterus\nand cervix will also need some time to return back to its normal size.<a href=\"#_ftn2\">[2]<\/a>\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Breastfeeding\nwomen will have <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/gaintrial.com\/en\/all-about-spanish-fly\/\"><strong>lower levels of\nlibido<\/strong><\/a><strong>.<\/strong> So, you cannot indulge in sex right after giving birth.\nYour body will need to undergo a lot of changes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The definite\ntimeline is still very confusing. You will need some time to determine how much\ntime you will need before returning to sexual activity. <strong>If you are to follow\nthe doctor&#8217;s advice, you will need to wait around four to six weeks after\nvaginal delivery.<a href=\"#_ftn3\"><strong>[3]<\/strong><\/a><\/strong>\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Your doctor will\ngive you a clean chit regarding sexual activities. So, before you indulge in\nany such activity, you will need to take things slow.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>The vaginal\ndelivery not only brings about changes in your physical body but also affects your\nsleep schedule.<\/strong> Since you have a new member in the\nhouse, you will need to undergo a lot of changes.<a href=\"#_ftn4\">[4]<\/a>\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Most women\nundergo perineal tear or episiotomy after vaginal delivery.<\/strong> Hence, returning to sexual activity can be weird, thereby leading to\nsevere complications like uterine infection and postpartum hemorrhage. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Will_delivery_affect_sex\"><\/span>Will delivery affect sex? <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Yes, delivery\nwill have significant impacts on your <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/gaintrial.com\/en\/improve-your-sex-life-by-regulating-your-diet\/\"><strong>sex\nlife<\/strong><\/a><strong>.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A lot of women\nsuffer from sexual problems within three months of delivery. <strong>Depending on\nthe condition, the post-pregnancy cases will increase. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Some of the common\nproblems that you may encounter in delivery after sex include<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Thin vaginal tissue<\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/gaintrial.com\/en\/vaginal-dryness-what-is-it-and-how-to-beat-it\/\">Vaginal\ndryness<\/a><\/li><li>Pain<\/li><li>Bleeding<\/li><li>Soreness<\/li><li>Loss of elasticity<\/li><li>Fatigue<\/li><li>Low libido<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Hormones have an\nimportant role in determining the delivery and also when you can return to <a href=\"https:\/\/gaintrial.com\/en\/the-top-health-benefits-of-sex\/\">sexual\nactivities<\/a>.<a href=\"#_ftn5\">[5]<\/a> <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In the initial\nstages, mostly in your pre-pregnancy stage, the estrogen levels drop to a\nsignificant level. Moreover, breastfeeding also leads to a drop in estrogen\nlevels. <strong>Estrogen is responsible for bringing about <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/gaintrial.com\/en\/vaginal-lubricants-should-you-be-using-them\/\"><strong>vaginal\nlubrication<\/strong><\/a><strong>. <\/strong>Hence, the low levels of vaginal lubrication\neventually lead to vaginal dryness. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/gaintrial.com\/en\/vaginal-dryness-causes-symptoms-and-treatment\/\">Vaginal\ndryness<\/a> can lead to bleeding during sex and hence the risk of infection\nincreases. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Normal vaginal\nbirth stretches the vaginal canal.<\/strong> Hence, it needs\nsome time to come back to a stable level and strength.<a href=\"#_ftn6\">[6]<\/a>\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Women experiencing\nperineal tears will need more time for recovery. <strong>You need to avoid having\nsex during these times to lower the risk of infection. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Not only vaginal\ndelivery, but cesarean delivery can also impact the vaginal sensation. <strong>It\nmostly occurs due to hormonal problems like the thin vagina that will pave the\nway for <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/gaintrial.com\/en\/painful%e2%80%8b-sex-is-not-good-for-anybody-especially-you\/\"><strong>painful\nsex<\/strong><\/a><strong>.<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Also, since you\nhave undergone surgery, your vaginal muscles will need time. <strong>Moreover, the\nincision site needs to completely recover before you can indulge in any kind of\nsex. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_I_become_pregnant_soon\"><\/span>Can I become pregnant soon? <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Even after\ndelivery, you can become pregnant pretty soon. <strong>As per studies, most women\ndon&#8217;t ovulate until six weeks, while most of them ovulate even earlier.<a href=\"#_ftn7\"><strong>[7]<\/strong><\/a> <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Breastfeeding can\nbring about natural hormonal changes in the body, which is completely normal.\nThese hormonal changes can last from four to six months. <strong>Studies have shown\nthat breastfeeding can act as potential birth control. <\/strong>This will be\nconvenient for those who<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Are in less than six months of\npostpartum<\/li><li>Breastfeed their child<\/li><li>Haven&#8217;t been menstruating<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>If you are\npracticing breastfeeding, you must do it properly.<\/strong>\nThis may further increase the risk of pregnancy. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you indulge in\nany kind of sexual activity after giving birth, but don&#8217;t want to have a baby,\nyou need to use a reliable method of birth control. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Some of the most\neffective methods of birth control include condom or implant and IUD. <strong>Several\nhormonal options can act as potential barriers like breastfeeding. <\/strong>But,\nthere may be certain risks that can lead to blood clots.<a href=\"#_ftn8\">[8]<\/a>\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>You must consult\nyour doctor about the best option for preventing pregnancy. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_it_safe_to_get_pregnant_within_the_first_year_of_giving_birth\"><\/span>Is it safe to get pregnant within the first year of giving\nbirth?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Deciding to\nconceive after giving birth can make you prone to severe birth defects. <\/strong>This can have impacts like the premature death of the baby or more.<a href=\"#_ftn9\">[9]<\/a>\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Healthcare\nprofessionals have often advised maintaining a space between their pregnancies.\n<strong>As per official suggestions, there should be a 12-month gap between each\npregnancy.<\/strong> However, many women also prefer waiting for 18 months before\nbecoming officially pregnant. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you are\nconsidering conceiving another child after giving birth, you need to get in\ntouch with your doctor. The doctor knows your family history. <strong>Hence, they\ncan come up with the best recommendations and help you determine what would be\nthe best solution for you.<a href=\"#_ftn10\"><strong>[10]<\/strong><\/a><\/strong>\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_bleeding_after_or_during_sex_normal_post-delivery\"><\/span>Is bleeding after or during sex normal post-delivery? <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>You are bound to\nexperience regular bleeding after giving birth. This bleeding may happen for a\nfew days since your uterus needs time to heal. <strong>During this <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/gaintrial.com\/en\/should-you-have-sex-during-periods\/\"><strong>period<\/strong><\/a><strong>,\nif you want to indulge in sexual activities, you may experience severe blood\nloss. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Also, the vagina\nbecomes dry after childbirth. <strong>The vaginal muscles become thin after\npregnancy and may even lead to injury and tearing. <\/strong>A lot of women also\nexperience swollen and inflamed vagina. The bleeding won&#8217;t be common in such\ncases. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A lot of women\nexperience bleeding even after four to six weeks. It is time that you see your\ndoctor get over the feeling of irritation. <strong>Before indulging in any kind of\nintercourse, it is necessary to consult the doctor. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Effects_of_pregnancy_and_Delivery_on_Libido\"><\/span>Effects of pregnancy and Delivery on Libido<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The libido level\nsignificantly drops after pregnancy. <strong>Estrogen and progesterone are the two\nmain hormones required for childbirth. But, it is also very essential for <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/gaintrial.com\/en\/low-sex-drive-solutions\/\"><strong>sex drive<\/strong><\/a><strong>.<a href=\"#_ftn11\"><strong>[11]<\/strong><\/a> <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The hormone levels\nare pretty high during pregnancy, which eventually reduces after giving birth.\nSo, you may not feel sexual desires for some time. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Yet, you should\nwait for four to six weeks before practicing sex. <strong>One study suggested that\n89 percent of women prefer waiting for six months before resuming in sexual\nactivities. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Breastfeeding will\nneed more time for recovery of libido. Breastfeeding keeps estrogen levels\npretty low. This may further have an impact on your milk production capacity.<a href=\"#_ftn12\">[12]<\/a>\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>These hormonal\nchanges will often make you not want to indulge in any kind of <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/gaintrial.com\/en\/is-sex-healthy-here-are-a-few-reasons-that-prove-it\/\"><strong>sexual\nactivity<\/strong><\/a><strong>.<\/strong> Once you stop breastfeeding, the hormone levels will\ncome back to its normal level. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Pregnancy brings\nabout a lot of changes in your body.<\/strong> You need to take\nit slow. Give your body the time to recover. <br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"#_ftnref1\">[1]<\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC7042171\/\">https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC7042171\/<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"#_ftnref2\">[2]<\/a> Norhayati M.N., Azman Yacob\nM. 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