You’ve waited those long six weeks, and now you finally have the ok from your doctor to get back to having sex! What with all the stress of a newborn and postpartum symptoms, we know how welcome a little relief and intimacy would be.
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It’s not always simple!
Sex after you’ve given birth can be complicated, and you may not be ready to jump all the way back in immediately. Every body responds differently postpartum, and so it is up to you and your partner to find out what will work best for you in the bedroom.
Most experts would say that the best type of sex positions for after giving birth allow the penetrated partner to really control the depth and intensity of the session. We also suggest really finding out if there are any rough spots or problem areas before the act and utilise lots of foreplay and lubrication to ease back into it, while still staying saucy!
Love on top!
For when you feel good and ready to get back into penetrative sex, you can rely on this classic for diving in again. Sometimes, simple is better. For easing into having intercourse again, you may not want to go too crazy too soon. That’s why we suggest going on top!
How to do it
You probably already know how this goes. With the penetrating partner on their back, the receiving partner straddles them, and rides and grinds to their heart’s content. Now, for the postpartum people, you may want to take advantage of this position in another way. Ease back into being penetrated by taking advantage of the depth and intensity of your session. Feel it out, and get yourself comfortable again. Take advantage of going slowly by making it as intimate as possible.
Voila! There’s a great way to get back into getting steamy after giving birth. You’ve done the hard part, now it is time to get some pleasure back in your life! Just remember to take it slow, and enjoy.
Sources used:
Romper:'The 6 Safest Postpartum Sex Positions'
Women's Health: 'The 5 Best Sex Positions For After You Have A Baby'
