Doctor Share Tips For Restructuring Intimacy After Miscarriage

Illustration of couple intimacy disappears after miscarriage. (Illustration of a partner (Freepik/drobotdean)

JAKARTA - Losing a baby during pregnancy is certainly a very painful experience. For many couples, in addition to emotional mourning, miscarriage can also affect intimacy in relationships. An obstetrician, Dr. Ritamen, explains that this difficulty is very common.

"Ences are a painful experience. Women can experience physical pain, stress, and sadness, while couples may be confused about how to support them. It is important to give yourself and your partner time, patience, and affection," says Dr.

Miscarriage can lead to various emotional changes, such as:

This feeling is normal and is part of the recovery process.

There is no definite time for couples to return to having sex. This depends on each other's physical and emotional readiness. Some things need to be considered:

Dr. Badminton emphasizes that the role of a partner is very important.

"Husbands can be a source of emotional and physical support because they feel the same loss," he explained.

How To Support Your Partner

Here are some simple ways to support each other:

Intimacy does not always mean sexual intercourse. Couples can still feel close to other ways, such as:

It often happens that one partner feels ready to get back close, while the other takes longer. This is normal and normal.

Talk openly and calmly. Respect your partner's space and focus on emotional intimacy first. Physical relationships can be done later when the two are ready." explained Dr.

Post-disaster recovery requires patience, communication, and concern for each other. Each couple has a different rhythm in recovery, and that is very natural. Don't hesitate to ask for professional help if needed, because supporting each other is an important step to rebuild warmth in the relationship.