When to resume sex after having a baby

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“After the birth of our first child, a year ago, my wife lost interest in sex, ten months later we have not yet had sex,” said John. “When we attempted to get intimate one month after delivery we were not successful apparently my wife found the experience painful and frustrating; she never responds, is cold and totally declines my advances. I am so stressed and this is affecting our relationship.”

There are many couples who are challenged as to how to reignite their sex life after childbirth and often I get the question, how soon should one engage in sex after childbirth? For many, it is a concern and can be a source of tension, worry and frustration. Some bounce back sooner than later while others take their time and find this matter challenging.