Safe Tips For Having Sex After The Caesar Cooperative

Having sex after the caesarean section, is it safe? (Photo: Pixabay)

JAKARTA - Having sex after giving birth with caesarean surgery is a concern for some women, including their partners. Moreover, long stitches in the stomach area also often make women feel uncomfortable.

However, there is no need to worry because there are some tips that can be done so that you can have sex after the caesarean operation safely and comfortably. Here are the tips you can do, quoted from Healthshots, on Saturday, April 5, 2025.

1. Give time to get well in total

It is very important to give your body a complete recovery from caesarean surgery to then have sexual intercourse. Recovery time from caesarean surgery is usually around 6 to 8 weeks.

"It is recommended to wait six weeks after giving birth (with caesarean) before continuing sexual intercourse. This is to let the tissue recover completely," said obstetrician and gynecologist, Dr. Neha Khadelwal.

2. Consulting with experts

Before deciding to return to sexual intercourse after caesarean surgery, it is better to consult yourself to your gynecologist first.

Before continuing sexual activity, it is advisable to consult with your obstetrician. They can evaluate your situation, assess the progress of healing, and provide recommendations based on your needs," he explained.

3. Having sex gently

Having sex again after sexual surgery should start gently and slowly. Have sex that can make women feel comfortable and avoid pain.

"Experiment in various positions and techniques that feel comfortable and avoid positions or activities that cause pain or discomfort," he added.

4. Pay attention to your own body

To restart sexual intercourse after caesarean surgery, it is important for women to pay attention to their bodies, both physically and emotionally. Communicate all your worries about your partner, so that you feel safe and comfortable having sex.

It doesn't matter to lift until you feel ready. Openly communicate with your partner about your feelings and worries, concluded Doctor Neha.