All parents expect sexual adjustments during the postpartum period, however few report feeling prepared for the massive changes that occur. Research reveals that common birth practices negatively influence sex and sexuality for both men and women. They may also have a psychological impact that shows up in a couple’s sexual relationship. Midwives are uniquely situated to make changes to practice and communication that can positively influence pp sexual adjustment. In addition, midwives have the potential to fill the educational gap and provide postpartum support as parents work through these changes. This session reviews research to date and offers concrete suggestions during this life transition to a new identity.
Learning Objectives:
Objective 1: Explain the subtle messages communicated to women about their bodies and sexual functioning during typical labor and birth experiences in North America.
Objective 2: Restate the possible emotional and sexual impact on husbands and male partners of viewing medical procedures and childbirth on their wife or female partner.
Objective 3: List birth procedures that affect sexual functioning and those that do not, explain the sexual concerns of both parents during the first year postpartum and List strategies midwives can employ that can assist with effective sexual adjustment.
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