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higher sex drive since stopping breastfeeding

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bre · 18/01/2012 14:53

I have noticed a huge change in myself the last 2 months since i stopped breastfeeding. for the last 2 years i have been sluggish in this department and felt drained and touched out and didnt feel like it most of the time. But now I literally have more energy and desire for sex everyday. My hubby is getting tired due to his busy work schdule aswell. Did anyone else experience this? or know if this is normal or abnormal? is it a hormonal imbalance that will sort itself out? how long does this last if it is a phase? Any advice on what to do when one partner has a much higher drive and needs than the other?

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Avenged · 18/01/2012 19:42

I found that my sex drive increased after stopping BF, but that could be down to a number of things like, more rest from feeding as DH took over most of the night feeds and therefore more sleep, which in turn boosted my energy levels.

I vaguely remember reading that BF suppresses sex drive so that there's a reasonable gap between babies. Can't remember where I read it so that's why I mention 'vaguely'. Wherever I read it could be wrong though so don't quote me on it.

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