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Article: Sexual Intercourse after the Birth of a Baby
- Article from:
- International Journal of Childbirth Education
- Article date:
- December 31, 1996
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CopyrightCopyright INTERNATIONAL CHILDBIRTH EDUCATION ASSOCIATION Dec 31, 1996. Provided by ProQuest LLC. (Hide copyright information)
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Sexual Intercourse After the Birth of a Baby
INTRODUCTION
One of the least frequently discussed topics within perinatal education classes is the resumption of the sexual relationship after a baby's birth. Couples often ask me the following questions: When is it safe to have sexual intercourse after the birth of a baby? Does it hurt the first time? What about making love and breastfeeding? This article will present the answers to some of these questions in order to unravel the mysteries still associated with this taboo subject. Childbirth educators, other health care professionals involved with new parents and couples adapting to the arrival of their new family member will benefit from this ...