Postpartum sexual intercourse is a highly valued issue in marital life. The start time and quality of postpartum sexual activity are key factors that directly affect marital relationships and family harmony. Although this topic is private, it deserves sufficient attention. We call on all expectant mothers to start planning ahead before giving birth, so that their postpartum sexual life can be more comfortable. So how long after childbirth is it safe to have sex?
The duration of sexual intercourse after giving birth is determined by the method of delivery (vaginal or cesarean section) and postpartum recovery. The appropriate time for sexual intercourse is 2 months after vaginal delivery and 3 months after cesarean section, depending on the specific physical recovery of the mother.
After giving birth, it is not advisable to have sexual intercourse too early. At least one month of rest is needed, which is the 42 day postpartum period, during which the endometrium is repaired. It takes about 42 days after childbirth for the uterus to return to its pre pregnancy size and for the endometrium at the placental attachment site to be fully repaired. After the postpartum period, if there are no abnormalities in the mother's body, theoretically she can have sex, but it is best to go to the hospital for examination first to understand the recovery of the uterus and body.
As for how long after a cesarean section, medical research suggests that it is best to have sexual intercourse three months after the cesarean section, because there is a surgical incision in the cesarean section, and sexual intercourse can only be carried out after the wound has healed. If sexual intercourse is done too early, it can easily cause surgical scars and injuries, which can pose great harm to the mother.
