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Discuss postpartum contraception with your provider, and tell her if you’re worried about lack of desire or discomfort with intercourse
If your family is complete, you may think about perma-
nent sterilization for you or your partner. Highly effective at preventing pregnancy, sterilization should be considered only if you are absolutely certain that you don’t want more children, as it’s not meant to be reversed. In addition, sterilization will not provide any non-contraceptive benefi ts, such as lightening or regulating periods or decreasing painful menstrual cramps. The only 100-percent effective method for preventing
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pregnancy is abstinence. While not having intercourse may be the best option for some moms, most hope to return to some regular sexual activity. It’s important to recognize that sex after having your baby may be very different from sex before parenthood. Sleep deprivation, stress, schedule changes and some physical changes may affect frequency — along with enjoyment. If you have a hard time initially fi nding the energy for sex, try focusing on other ways to maintain intimacy with your partner, such as cuddling, massage or even just doing nice things for each other. Over time, most couples fi nd a new rhythm that works for them. Postpartum contraception is important to consider toward
the end of pregnancy. Discuss it with your provider. Also tell your provider if you’re worried about postpartum lack of desire or discomfort with intercourse. Often interventions can help improve this aspect of your life as a new parent.
Lynsey Caldwell Owen, MD, FACOG, is an ob/gyn at Malcolm Grow Medical Clinic on Andrews Air Force Base and at Med- Star Southern Maryland Hospital Center.
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