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Zero sex drive 12 weeks post partum. don't even want to be touched. feel like i hate my husband at times. what's wrong with me? hormones?

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Post partum: depression. The symptoms of postpartum depression last longer and are more severe than baby blues. Postpartum depression can begin anytime within the first year after childbirth. The cause is not known. Hormonal and physical changes after birth and the stress of caring for a new baby may play a role. Tell your health care provider. Medicines, including antidepressants and talk therapy can help .

Answered 5/1/2016

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Post partum stress: Having a baby is hard work, physically and emotionally. The demands on a woman's body during this time are immense. Are you getting any time off? It may be that your husband's needs just seem like too much to handle when you are so overwhelmed. Probably time is the answer, but you might want to be evaluated for postpartum depression. Otherwise, try to find some ways to just take care of you.

Answered 5/30/2016

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Maybe Nothing: It's not uncommon to want some space after sharing your body with a developing fetus, giving birth and then nursing/feeding said baby many times a day! Is your husband making you feel bad for not wanting sex? Sex is often one of the last things on the checklist for new moms, right after changing diapers & cleaning house. Ask for understanding.If you still feel the same in a month or 2,see yr GP.

Answered 4/30/2016

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