Im absoloutely terrified of resuming a sexual relationship with my husband after the birth of our bby 2weeks ago, not planning on jumping into bed yet lol (except to sleep!) but I am trying to look for information and tips as my baby is breast fed, my breasts leak so much just at my baby crying even after she has fed and i guess im dreading how this will interfere with my sex life, the idea of wearing granny bras with big thick breast pads in place to have sex doesn't seem too appealing to me.... any tips experiences would be hugely apprechaited.... without it he isnt getting his leg over at all lol
asking for b/feeding moms experiences of having sex for first time after birth?
- Thread starter Angie
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We didn't start having sex until about 6 weeks after I delivered with our son. I remember my breast leaking a few times throughout the year that I breast fed him, but not all the time. My hubby just wasn't too keen on kissing or sucking on my breast for fear of the milk coming out.
Evan Blows Bubbles
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At 2 weeks, your body hasn't yet become totally adjusted to your baby's feeding needs, so your boobs still leak or become engorged. At 6 weeks, when you have the go-ahead to resume your relationship, the supply/demand will have evened out and you will leak a ton less, if at all.
If you are still having issues leaking, you could also wear a saucy nightie over your nursing bra so it's not so visible. Have fun
If you are still having issues leaking, you could also wear a saucy nightie over your nursing bra so it's not so visible. Have fun
MamiOF3#4onTheWay!
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Well its not reccomended you have sex again until about 6 weeks post partum. You body is still healing and you don't want to interfere with that process. However, there are other sexual things that don't include penetration that can keep you both happy in the meantime.
As for the discomfort due to breastfeeding I understand. Your breasts should stop leaking once your milk has its 'routine'. So, during sexual activity you can put on a sexy bra without a pad but sometimes during high arousal you do leek. My husband was never bothered by this though, you'd be surprised what they find exciting. Our you can try being together in the shower, with the water running it won't be so obvious.
As for the discomfort due to breastfeeding I understand. Your breasts should stop leaking once your milk has its 'routine'. So, during sexual activity you can put on a sexy bra without a pad but sometimes during high arousal you do leek. My husband was never bothered by this though, you'd be surprised what they find exciting. Our you can try being together in the shower, with the water running it won't be so obvious.
Your milk supply should start adjusting to your babies needs soon and the leaking will slow down. I just kept my bra on for a while (not my nursing one but a regular one that had padding so the milk pads didn't show through).
Your husband should be understanding of this though. Mine wasn't phased at all if I leaked. Its part of being a mommy and being dedicated enough to breastfeed. Congrats!
Your husband should be understanding of this though. Mine wasn't phased at all if I leaked. Its part of being a mommy and being dedicated enough to breastfeed. Congrats!