Had a c section a week ago and want sex

[Shannon22]

I had a c section a week ago and wondering how long it was before others started having sex, I feel like I really want it but don’t know how long I should wait.

vigorously impaled with his throbbing member

You’re not supposed to, it can cause infection and you probably wouldn’t want to do this a week after any other major surgery. I think we waited 3 or 4 weeks after my c-section, I was still in a lot of pain a week after so definitely didn’t want sex.

The advice is 6 weeks after c-section.
When I had mine I didn't waited much but also to say that 4 weeks after it I was with a wound infection which I think it could be because of that.

The reason you're told to wait is because it could cause bacteria going in and you might end up with infection.

I think I’ll wait abit longer as don’t want to be in pain, thankyou for all your advice.

About three weeks here after my first c section probably a week or so longer on my others . If you aren't bleeding heavily and you feel okay I don't see any issue . I had great recoveries from my c sections and felt back to normal more or less straight away but I do realise that I seem to be in the minority as most people I know are sorer for a lot longer

My wound was still very much NOT HEALED at that time. I would wait until you've had your 6 week check or at least until you're satisfied your wound has healed.

As well as your abdominal wound, remember that the uterus has a wound inside where the placenta was attached. There is a significant risk of infection, and a smaller risk of air embolus.

Wait a bit longer. You can always try non penetrative sexual activity such as masturbation if you’re that randy.

wow. i don't know just... wow!

Don't. It's not just the cervical thing but also that you've had major abdominal surgery. Don't forget that orgasm involves spasms, and those happening in an area where internal healing/tissue knitting etc is still going on is actually really painful, even if you feel ok up until that point.

Can, erm, catch you by surprise. I've heard. And be seriously un-erotic.

Your womb is battered and war torn at the moment so don't take any risks as your wound is still healing. When I had mine after my first born I waited about 6 weeks, I have gone on to have 5 more Virginal.

There is a risk of infection
And also a risk of air embolism at the placental site which will still be healing internally,
You need to wait a good few weeks really
And oh the pain of it too 🙈

Use a condom and do what you like. If you feel ready, take it slow and give it a go. You can always stop if it hurts. DH and I did it lying down doggy style xxx

Even if the bleeding has stopped, are you aware that where the placenta was there is now a big wound - about the size of a dinner plate - that takes about 6 weeks in total to heal? Have sex too soon and you could risk it getting potentially infected. It's not worth the risk imo.

I'd ask your midwife and / or wait 6 weeks.

Seeing midwife tomorrow so I’ll see what she says, I’m not in that much pain now but am still bleeding slightly so will wait til that’s stopped for definite.

Really not advisable, I'm a midwife, there is a risk of infection, increased pain and air embolism, need to wait longer until you have healed further
Try other things that aren't penetrative

oops
I just realised I've posted on an old thread, you've probably had sexual in abundance by now