Love, Sex

Help! We Haven't Had Sex Since The Baby Was Born

If it's been months since your baby was born and you still can't muster a fraction of the libido you once enjoyed, you aren't alone.

In this video, author, wellness coach and YourTango Expert Patty Contenta explains that it's quite common for women's sex drives to suffer after childbirth. And, when women suffer from low sex drives, they worry about the impact of a lack of sex on their relationships. Why European Women Ooze Sensuality

So, what can you do? Patty suggests "being really gentle about the process," explaining that "you can't become a sexual goddess overnight." Therefore, you should try "[easing] into it with baby steps."

Want to learn more? Check out the instructional sex video above.

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