The article discusses the challenges of sexuality after perinatal loss, a topic that is often neglected by healthcare professionals and society. It explores how perinatal bereavement affects women’s bodies and emotions, and how traumatic memories can interfere with intimacy. It also offers some suggestions for couples to regain their sexual desire and joy, such as communication, consent, patience, and professional help. It emphasizes that sex is not a duty or a means to replace the lost baby, but a natural part of the healing process.
Why can intimacy be so difficult after perinatal loss? / Ravaldi, C.. - In: WOMEN AND BIRTH. - ISSN 1871-5192. - ELETTRONICO. - 36:(2023), pp. 235-237. [10.1016/j.wombi.2022.11.001]
Why can intimacy be so difficult after perinatal loss?
Ravaldi, C.
2023
Abstract
The article discusses the challenges of sexuality after perinatal loss, a topic that is often neglected by healthcare professionals and society. It explores how perinatal bereavement affects women’s bodies and emotions, and how traumatic memories can interfere with intimacy. It also offers some suggestions for couples to regain their sexual desire and joy, such as communication, consent, patience, and professional help. It emphasizes that sex is not a duty or a means to replace the lost baby, but a natural part of the healing process.
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