Maira Cardi shared on social networks the changes she faced in her intimacy with her husband, Thiago Nigroafter the birth of her daughter. According to the influencer, even after the protection period, generally between 40 and 60 days, the return to sex life is not immediate or the same as before.
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“After the 40 days, in my case it was 42, you can go back (to have sex), but it’s not like before. It feels like everything is closed, it’s uncomfortable. It’s strange, it’s painful, as if it were the first time. It’s not that harmony that you think will be the same as before,” he revealed.
In addition to reporting discomfort, Maíra stressed the importance of respecting the confinement period and medical care. She commented on serious cases of infection when the relationship is resumed too soon. “After childbirth, whether natural or by cesarean section, the uterus is open, it is injured, so it needs protection for 40 days,” he explained.
The businesswoman also opened up about unexpected experiences, like leaking milk during sex. “No one warns you that during the act, because of oxytocin, the breast begins to leak. It is the motherhood that remembers that this body now belongs to the child. Women must be psychologically prepared for this,” he said.
Despite the difficulties, Maíra highlighted the positive moments: “There was a really good part, which was touching belly to belly again. It was a hug that I hadn’t felt in a long time. It was wonderful. The bad part is that you feel like a virgin again, and that’s unpleasant. But that’s part of postpartum.”
The reality of sex after childbirth
The experience reported by Maíra is supported by scientific studies. Research from the United States indicates that it can take up to a year for sexual desire, pleasure, and frequency to return to pre-pregnancy levels. Every woman has her own pace of recovery, and during the puerperium the focus should be on the physical and emotional well-being of mother and baby.
According to data published in Clinical & Biomedical Research, up to 86% of women experience sexual complaints after childbirth, including decreased desire and dyspareunia – genital pain during sex.
The body also experiences significant hormonal changes, such as an increase in prolactin, which reduces libido, and a decrease in estrogen, responsible for vaginal lubrication, factors that can cause discomfort or burning during sex.
When to resume relationships
After childbirth, resuming your sex life is a process that requires careful attention to the mother’s body and emotional well-being. The recommended time frame is generally around 40 days, both for natural births and cesarean sections, but can vary depending on each person’s recovery and physical comfort. Research shows that around 52% of postpartum women resume relationships between five and six weeks after the baby is born, while by the third month, 90% have already resumed intimacy.
Experts warn that any pain, discomfort or doubt should be discussed with a healthcare professional, who can advise on physical and emotional care, ensuring that resuming intimacy is safe, gradual and enjoyable. Febrasgo (Brazilian Federation of Associations of Gynecology and Obstetrics) also highlights the importance of open dialogue between partners, emphasizing that the resumption of intimacy must be a conscious and pleasant decision for both, respecting the limits and changes that the maternal body presents during this period.
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