When can you have sex after birth?Updated 20 days ago

There's no required waiting period to have sex after giving birth, but most doctors recommend waiting four to six weeks. 

The risk of developing health issues related to childbirth is highest during the first two weeks after delivery. 

Waiting gives your body time to heal from birth-related issues, such as vaginal tears or an episiotomy.

If you have stitches from a C-section, episiotomy, or perineal tear, you should wait until after your six-week postpartum visit. 

You should wait until postpartum bleeding (lochia) has stopped, and of course, check with your healthcare provider first before attempting sexual intercourse post-delivery.