Once your OBGYN clears you to resume intercourse, it’s normal to experience some initial discomfort, but this should quickly resolve. If pain persists, it may be a sign of either scar tissue from a healing perineal tear or stitches or overuse of the pelvic floor muscles due to pregnancy, labor, or delivery.
This can happen even for women who had a C-section. Pain with sex is one of the top complaints we treat for C-section mamas! If the pain continues, it’s a good idea to consult with a pelvic floor physical therapist to address the root cause and help you feel more comfortable.
