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How long after giving birth should i way until having sex again?
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About two weeks: It is usually recommended you can resume sexual intercourse about two weeks after giving birth. The real answer is you can start having sex again when it feels right for you and your partner. It may be different for different couples.
Answered 8/2/2012
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