06/18/2025
Let’s Talk About Postpartum Intimacy 💗
Intimacy after birth is a topic that doesn’t get talked about enough, yet it’s something so many new parents wonder and worry about. The truth is, your body, emotions, and relationship all go through a major transformation during the postpartum period, and that can impact how you experience closeness in every form.
Here’s what we want you to know:
🌸 Healing Takes Time
Whether you had a vaginal birth or a cesarean, your body deserves time to heal. Hormonal shifts, soreness, and fatigue are real. It’s okay if you’re not ready for physical intimacy right away or for a while.
💬 Communication is Key
Talk with your partner openly. Intimacy isn’t just about s*x. It’s also about feeling seen, supported, and emotionally connected. Sharing a moment of touch, talking about your day, or asking how the other is doing can all be powerful forms of closeness.
🔥 Desire Might Feel Different
Postpartum hormones, especially while breastfeeding, can lower libido. This is normal. Give yourself permission to move slowly and explore what feels good now, not what used to feel good before.
🤍 Consent Always Matters
It’s okay to say no. It’s also okay to want to say yes. There’s no timeline or should when it comes to intimacy. Follow your comfort, not the clock.
✨ You’re Still Desirable, Worthy, and Whole
Your postpartum body is not broken. It’s powerful, beautiful, and sacred. Intimacy is not about bouncing back. It’s about rediscovering connection on new terms.
If you’re feeling unsure, you’re not alone. Talking to a doula, therapist, or pelvic floor therapist can offer support and help you reconnect to your body with compassion.
💗 Postpartum is a season. Be gentle with yourself as you grow into it.
