Sex before 6 week checkup

[libellula]

Asking those with similar experience. I know the general rule is to wait because of risk of infection, however I've also been reading that a sign of healing is the bleeding will stop. I had a vaginal birth with no tearing and feel totally normal 2 weeks post partum; bleeding stopped. Just curious others experiences?

[vg93]

Your bleeding might have stopped but it doesn't mean your body is ready for sex yet. Your uterus is probably still shrinking back to its normal size and the body in general is still recovering. Like a previous poster said, your body is extremely fertile right now and even though you may have not had your first period yet you can still get pregnant. Another reason that drs recommend waiting til 6 weeks pp is so that a woman can get on bc. With my first we waited 10 weeks because I had no sex drive or energy and couldn't imagine getting pregnant again!

[libellula]

Yes! We certainly do not want another baby right now! Ty for the feedback

[GeekMom1213]

Use condoms - you are very very fertile at this point but your body is in no way ready for another pregnancy. Be gentle, it might be more uncomfortable/painful that you expect so make sure your partner knows that he may have to stop. Have a water-based lubricant handy, it can help. But considering that your body is well on its way to healing it shouldn't cause any issues if you get back to it a little early. We waited about 4.5 weeks I think.

[bentsmommy14]

I waited 5 weeks