Does it hurt to have sex for the first time after a normal delivery?

Patient's question:

No

Doctor's answer:

Pain primarily occurs due to the uterus or endometrium not fully recovering. It is recommended to rest for a few days. At the same time, pay attention to hygiene to avoid infection. Generally, comprehensive postpartum check-ups for both mother and baby are conducted six weeks after delivery. If health is stable, sexual activity can be resumed eight weeks later.