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NoDoctor's answer:
After giving birth, a mother's uterus needs at least 6 weeks to return to its previous state. This period is called the "postpartum period." Whether through natural delivery or cesarean section, the uterus and birth canal need to gradually contract from the extremely dilated state during pregnancy and childbirth. The uterus gradually descends into the pelvic cavity at a rate of about 1-2 centimeters per day until the cervix begins to close around 10 days postpartum. Under normal circumstances, the endometrium at the site of placental attachment needs 6 to 8 weeks to fully heal and recover. Therefore, sexual activity between husband and wife should be strictly prohibited during the "postpartum period."