Painful sex?
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Even if you had a c section your vagina can definitely still be affected since you had a baby pushing down on it. Especially if you dilated fully and tried pushing. 6 weeks is minimum for medical reasons, but doesn’t mean you’re automatically ready then. longer can be better. Take your time, go slow, see what works and what doesn’t. And give yourself more time if you need it
You may not be healed internally for inter course so soon ??
I’d recommend seeing a pelvic floor physio, use lots of lube and try being on top. You have more control in that position. Take your time and if your body isn’t ready take your time. It’s still very early pp and I found out this is way more common than anyone talks about. Good luck!
If you are breastfeeding your hormones dry you up down there too. Your pelvic muscles though have been worked out for 9 months carrying the weight of the baby, the fluid, everything.
Really appreciate all these responses. Thanks so much. Plenty to think about here. It made me feel so sad when I couldn't enjoy it. Trying to squeeze it in (no pun intended) with a newborn to consider is hard enough. Let alone having to now battle pain that made me worry so much. Thank you again ladies x
You’re welcome! As mentioned above, breastfeeding can affect sex drive and dry you up. It also takes 4-6months for your pelvic floor to heal. Give yourself grace! Your body is recovering from 9 long months of work (pregnancy) plus labor and delivery. Your pelvic floor is connected to your abs and your back. So even with a C-section, down there can feel different.
Your pelvic floor is still affected by carrying a baby, amniotic fluid, placenta for 9 months. So yes that can affect sex. It’s not just vaginal birth that can change things down there. See a pelvic floor therapist. Use lube. Take your time, communicate with your partner