So whats the big deal with having sex what can it hurt inside of me?
2006-11-19 04:46:56 · 15 answers · asked by Carrie W 1 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Pregnancy
According to the reccomendations of the America College of OB/GYNs, sex can, in most cases, be safely resumes when a woman feels ready-typically, about four weeks postpartum. In certain circumstances, your doctor may recommend waiting longer-in which case, it is wise to follow that advice. The six week rule is still followed by some doctors. If you feel that may be the case with yours and you're feeling up to making love sooner, ask why he or she doesn't think this is wise. If there is no special reason, then ask if you can get started sooner.
2006-11-19 05:07:54 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
There are good reasons for the recommendation not to have intercourse immediately following delivery, whether you've had a vaginal birth or a c-section. The uterus and cervix undergo significant changes during the process of delivering a baby, and they need time to heal. During this healing phase the lining of the uterus, especially the site where the placenta was attached, is susceptible to infection. Intercourse, douching, tampons, and anything placed in the vagina may introduce bacteria, and cause an infection. The flow of lochia, which is a sign that the lining is healing, can last from three to eight weeks. When the lochia flow is no longer bright red, it signals that healing is near completion, and it's probably safe to have intercourse again. However, if you're still healing from an episiotomy or vaginal tear, you'll need to wait longer still.
If you attempt intercourse too soon, not only can you cause yourself pain, you can also disrupt the healing of the wound and possibly cause a rupture that requires another surgical procedure. It is recommend waiting six weeks before having intercourse mainly because that's when most women go in for their postpartum exam. At that time your healthcare provider will make sure that your vagina and perineum have healed enough for sex to be safe and pleasurable.
2006-11-19 05:15:48 · answer #2 · answered by Proud to be APBT 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It's not just the stitches the doctors are worried about...it's the cervix as well. They'd like for you to wait 6 weeks before having intercourse to make sure it is properly healed and no scarring has taken place. At your 6 week check-up you'll have an internal exam and then the doctor will give you or won't give you (all depends) the greenlight to go ahead and have sex again.
It's always safest to wait even though you feel you might already be ready to have it.
2006-11-19 04:50:47 · answer #3 · answered by MommyS 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
i have had 2 csections and never waited the 6 weeks, but that was my decision. Be wise and know all your facts before engaging in any sexual activity. The reason they have you wait is because you are suspectible to infection even though your stitches have healed. This rule is for all women who have had babies. Another thing is your are also very fertile after having a baby so if you decided to do it and you don't want another munckin so soon make sure he straps up because many doctors won't give you birth control until your six week check up.
2006-11-19 05:00:37 · answer #4 · answered by Complete honesty 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
if you're feelin froggy enough then it should be ok... not everybody waits the whole 6 weeks... at least wait until you have stopped bleeding.. and by stitches do you mean c-sect stitches??? if so then you really should wait.. just until the doc checks you out and says that everything is healing fine... even though they may be healed on the outside.. things could still be weak inside you.. and too much stress on it could cause something to reopen... but if you really think your body is up to it then i don't see why it should hurt... just take it slow and if it starts to hurt then stop...
hope this helps!!
2006-11-19 04:56:11 · answer #5 · answered by gizmo_chik04 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Women have sex when they feel ready, it could be within a week- it could be within a year.
Your doctor is recommending 6 weeks because your cervix and vagina are healing. The stitches are external- it's the internal you need to worry about. The penis can harbor bacteria which may inhibit healing.
2006-11-19 04:50:57 · answer #6 · answered by iampatsajak 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
With both of my kids I had stitches and I felt as though I was okay to have sex only 3-4 wks after birth.. If you're really concerned talk to your OB.. They'll probably just tell you to wait til your post-natal checkup, but do what you feel is best.. I was okay with having sex at 3-4 wks after birth.. Good luck
2006-11-19 04:50:30 · answer #7 · answered by Kat0312 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
the insides take longer to heal. i didnt wait and i got an infection. its only a couple more weeksthis is also done so you arent pregnant at your 6 week check up. that way the doctor can put you on birth control
2006-11-19 04:51:50 · answer #8 · answered by kleighs mommy 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Every body is different so they tell you that because it is a safe amount of time over all. Its like any kind of other injury some heal fast others don't. I feel if you think your fine go enjoy yourself. Good luck :)
2006-11-19 04:56:02 · answer #9 · answered by hollie 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You have too wait so that your body can return to normal and your uterus can shrink. Getting pregnant again may cause a problem, ask your doctor why he feels you should wait. I know it's hard we had a problem trying to wait, I think we made it 2 weeks and I don't know if it happens to every one but it hurt!
2006-11-19 04:54:21 · answer #10 · answered by Kellie R 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋