Breastfeeding and Libido question?

Question

It seems since my son was born 4 1/2 months ago my libido has decreased. Is it because I'm breastfeeding? New mom? Still self conscious about my body (which is not back to my pre pregnancy figure)? Has any one else experienced this? And is there anything I can do?

Answer 1

Ever since my son started sleeping through the night i've not bee able to get enough, at first i was really tired but now i have a high s*x drive & want it all the time.

My son is 6months3wks old & hubby & i have s*x AT LEAST every other day.

God Bless

Answer 2

I have.  It's probably all these things, but it should come back once you stop breastfeeding, or in a few months.  It just depends.  Hang in there!

Answer 3

It can be breast feeding or your self conciousness, but most likely, it's because you're ridiculously sleep deprived.  THis is normal, but do your best to not 'ignore' this, as it's an important part of your marriage.  You may have to 'schedule' time to have s*x (ie the baby just went to sleep, quick, start seducing your husband, this will make you feel more s**y and you can build up to it, in the end, it will be fabulous).  Shoot for at least once or twice a week.  I think all mothers will say that's a fair amount, right?

Answer 4

I'm right there with you.  Here's my opinion.  Our babies are taking so much from us and at the same time our satisfying our needs for love and affection that we have no extra energy or desire for our husbands.  I try to make time for my husband and have explained to him that I'm aware of his feelings and that he also needs to be aware of mine.  I'm hoping my libido comes back because my husband has been suffering for a long time now.

Answer 5

Ohhhhh honey! been there done that many times over.

lol, i love my man (i mean...we have 4 kids! ya know i love the sack), BUT as soon as I'm breast feeding...don't even look at me, totally not interested.

my youngest is 11 months, is weaning himself it seems...*sigh* oh well sometimes they do that. and my period (oh goody) and libido have returned like a vengeance!!

give it time. it will return! ((including pre-baby body, if you work at it!))