WOOP!

So I already posted this in the Jan/Feb 08 Mummies thread... but I thought I'd open the floor up...

(I can't believe I'm going to put this out there...)

My libido has come back! YAY!
My bleeding has pretty much stopped, but I know you're supposed to wait for the all-clear from your GP/LMC at 6 weeks, especially if you've had stitches.
But I'm finding it increasingly hard to keep my pants on.
For those of you game enough to answer, who is back on the horse, so to speak, and when did you get back on?
I know I'm a big girl, and can decide what my body can and can't handle... but I miss my DH! (and I know the feeling's mutual).

And also, while I'm on the subject... birth control. We hate condoms. Has anyone else started a contraception routine? My Mum got an IUD between having my sister and getting pregnant with me... but I really don't like that idea. And right now I can't even remember to brush my teeth let alone take a pill at the same time every day... that really only leaves the Depo shot...and I hate needles.
So really, perhaps I should abstain a little longer

(I'm going to go and die of embarrasment now, thanks )

I had internal stitches and waited siz weeks and boy did it hurt

I think it was only 4 weeks after Jett was born for us. But he was my 3rd baby & he just slid out! A few stitches, but it didn't hurt one bit. It was a different story after having Rico - he was forceps delivery with a cut, so it was about 6 weeks after that we tried & it hurt like hell, so waited a couple more weeks.

Good for you though Charly! I bet your DH will be stoked!!

LOL Charly!! I am keen now, but still bleeding on and off (sorry if TMI). TBH everything actually feels normal down there, but I had no stitches or anything, and she came out pretty quickly so I'm not surprised!!

Last time I think we waited 6 weeks, didnt have stitches that time either. Felt a bit weird at first, but didnt hurt.

I so know what you mean about missing your husband. Its just been so good to be able to cuddle again without a huge kicking bump in the way!

Oh and the contraception thing - am undecided. We are pretty sure we dont want more babies, but not 100% yet. So not going back on the pill cos it makes me feel awful, but scared about an IUD causing the same issues. Not at all keen on depo for same reason. So I guess condoms it is As gross as they are, I would rather that than get prggy again

Still waiting for the bleeding to stop here!!  I am wondering about birth control too as no more babies for us and DH will be getting the snip sometime soon.  Does anyone know when you can start taking the pill again after a baby?

OMG My DD is 12 month old adn my libido still hasn't come back after having my almost 3 year old...
I'm always looking for ways to avoid it, lol and was delighted when AF came back last week, as it gave me a good excuse!
And I used to be such a dirty rooter!

I couldnt wait that long, it was just over 3 weeks for me i think. I had two internal stitches.
Felt soooo good, took it really slowly. The whole thing lasted about 1 min had to ring the midwife straight afterwards to ask her if id get pregnant?! so embarrassing.

and i must say it felt soooo much better than before?

Sex scares me now let alone after I have him Im not looking forward to the first time after I have him, but then again I am, if that makes sense.....
I miss being close to DF, but sex hurts right now, so hopefully after the 6 weeks I'll be ok and we can try.

Good Luck Charly!

Edited by Sheza

fattartsrock wrote: OMG My DD is 12 month old adn my libido still hasn't come back after having my almost 3 year old... I'm always looking for ways to avoid it, lol and was delighted when AF came back last week, as it gave me a good excuse! And I used to be such a dirty rooter!

HAHAHAHAHAHA   i'm soooo glad i'm not the only one!