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This is how we do it: ‘My orgasms have become more intense since I had a baby’
Sandra and Roy are adapting to sex as new parents, from postpartum pain to acting fast when they have a private moment. How do you do it? Share the story of your sex life, anonymously.
TL;DR
- Sex after childbirth for Sandra was initially painful due to dryness (a side-effect of breastfeeding) and episiotomy stitches, but became a reminder of her own identity and ability to experience pleasure.
- Roy was reluctant to have sex during Sandra's pregnancy due to visualizing the baby, and after birth, he prioritized Sandra's comfort and encouraged her to lead sexually.
- Both parents acknowledge that sex has become 'feast or famine' due to the demands of childcare, but agree that quality is more important than quantity.
- They find ways to initiate sex spontaneously when the baby naps, recognizing the need to 'act fast' and be in the moment.
- Despite the challenges, they feel sex brings them closer and strengthens their bond as they navigate parenthood together.