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Sexuality during and after pregnancy.
Acta Obstetricia Et Gynecologica Scandinavica
|January 1, 1984
Summary
Pregnancy and childbirth significantly impact female sexuality, decreasing sexual desire and coital frequency. Many women experience diminished sexual desire postpartum, highlighting the need for support.
Area of Science:
- Reproductive Health
- Human Sexuality
- Obstetrics
Background:
- Female sexuality undergoes significant changes during pregnancy and postpartum.
- Understanding these changes is crucial for maternal well-being.
- Previous research indicates varied effects on sexual function.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the effects of pregnancy and childbirth on women's sexuality.
- To identify changes in sexual desire, coital frequency, and sexual function.
- To explore pre-disposing factors for diminished sexual desire.
Main Methods:
- A study involving 50 women.
- Data collection on sexual behavior and experiences during pregnancy and postpartum.
- Analysis of changes in coital frequency, orgasmic capacity, and sexual desire.
Main Results:
- Coital frequency and orgasmic capacity decreased during pregnancy.
- 72% of women reported decreased sexual desire during pregnancy.
- Postpartum, 20% had low desire and 21% had complete loss of desire or aversion.
Conclusions:
- Pregnancy and childbirth commonly lead to diminished sexual desire and function.
- Dyspareunia was more prevalent in first-time mothers (primiparae).
- Maternity clinic staff should provide information and support regarding postpartum sexual health.