Yes, there is a sex life after baby! Due to hormonal and familial changes your sex life will seemingly be on hold. My best advice in the postpartum period to wait until your practitioner has given the go ahead for sexual relations (They are looking for the healing of the uterus and the perineum.), and this can be up to six weeks after the birth.
Once that has occurred, keep an open mind and go slowly. Talk about how you are each feeling physically and emotionally. Rushing back into sex when one or the other partner isn't ready can only make things worse. Also remember that being sexual doesn't have to mean simply intercourse, but it can involve a variety of activities, including cuddling, masturbation (mutual or alone), intercourse, etc.
Fear of hurting your partner of being hurt can be a hindrance to romance. So can a baby screaming just as you're finally ready to act. Keep a sense of humor handy!
If you find that sex is painful, remember to go slowly and ensure that she is well lubricated, sometimes you will need to use a personal lubricant, like KY Jelly® or Replens®. If going slowly and a bit of time doesn't seem to help never hesitate to ask your doctor or midwife about potential causes.
You may also notice that your breasts may leak during sex. This is not a problem and will not waste breast milk for your baby. It is not harmful to you or your partner. If it bothers you, you can wear a bra with nursing pads to stop the leaking. Most moms who experience this only notice this the first two months after a new baby.
More postpartum sex tips including information about sex after a c-section.
