How long after giving birth can a pregnant woman have sex?

Pregnant women are relatively weak after giving birth. Having sex too early is not good for their health and will cause various gynecological diseases. They need to strengthen their nutrition after giving birth and avoid excessive fatigue. Generally, they can have sex 42 days after giving birth naturally. The first sex for caesarean section will be later. The time of sex depends on the recovery of the body. There are also things to pay attention to when having sex.

Note 1: How long after giving birth can you have sex?

This varies according to each person's situation. It is generally recommended that mothers who have given birth naturally have a 42-day postpartum check-up. If the uterus and other organs are found to have returned to normal, then sexual intercourse can be resumed. If your body hasn’t recovered, that’s another matter.

Because mothers who have undergone caesarean section recover more slowly, doctors generally recommend waiting about three months after delivery before having sex. For the sake of your own health, you must persist.

Note 2: Contraceptive measures must be taken during the first sexual intercourse after delivery.

Some mothers may think, how can they get pregnant again after just giving birth to a baby, but this is actually wrong. The chance of getting pregnant soon after delivery is lower, but it does not mean that there is no possibility of getting pregnant. There is a mother in our yard who got pregnant again after having sex for the first time after giving birth. Because her body had not fully recovered, the fetus did not develop well. It was a double blow to the mother both physically and mentally, which was really not worth it.

Note three: Be sure to exercise proper moderation during your first sexual intercourse.

A couple who have not had sex for a long time are like dry wood and raging fire, but they should pay special attention at this time. The husband must take care of the physical condition of the mother after childbirth. After all, she has just experienced giving birth. Whether it is a natural birth or a caesarean section, there must be an adaptation process for the first time. Remember, it is important to strike a good balance!

If a postpartum mother is unable to judge whether her physical condition allows her to have sex, she can consult a doctor and seek advice from him. Don’t feel embarrassed to ask, good health is the most important thing. In addition, when you go for a postpartum check-up, the doctor will usually clearly state whether you are physically able to have sex, and will tell you directly or write it in the medical record.