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How Long Should Physical Relation Be Avoided After Pregnancy?

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Question : We got a baby 2013 December. How long should we couple have to stay for physical relationship? Asking yhis so that we could be careful. Thx.
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Answered by Dr. Rhea Chanda (39 minutes later)
Brief Answer: 2months Detailed Answer: Hello, after delivery, physical relations should be avoided for 6-8 weeks. It takes that much time to return to pre-pregnant state. Then normal physical relations are ok. Using a form of contraception is advised..
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How Long Should Physical Relation Be Avoided After Pregnancy?

Brief Answer: 2months Detailed Answer: Hello, after delivery, physical relations should be avoided for 6-8 weeks. It takes that much time to return to pre-pregnant state. Then normal physical relations are ok. Using a form of contraception is advised..