04/29/2026
The first time most people see their OB/GYN after delivery is 6-weeks. When you are bleary, sleep-deprived, leaking, achy, and possibly still bleeding. Needless to say, some of us weren’t functioning at our best.
But this visit is important and there is a lot to go over with your doctor. So you’ll want to make sure you cover everything you need to. However, lack of sleep, juggling dozens of things, and postpartum hormones may cause you to forget some of your vital questions.
We recommend writing all your questions down and bringing the list to your appointment, so you don’t miss anything.
Topics to cover:
▪️YOUR BODY
- any issues with your va**na, perineum and a**s. If you had a c-section, any issues with your abdomen
• this includes bleeding, healing, itching, pain, swelling, dryness, soreness
- any issues with your breasts or other parts of your body
- if on medications, ask about medications and breastfeeding
- if you had gestational diabetes, you may need to get restested
▪️EXERCISE
- while you want to ask when you can be more active again, especially if you had a c-section, also ask which exercises may be best for early postpartum and get checked for Diastatis Recti (a separation of the abdominal muscles that may occur during pregnancy)
▪️SEX
- it is at this appointment when you get the green light to resume s*xual activities, if you are fully healed and ready
• note: physically ready and mentally ready are two different things
- it is common to not have any s*x drive, if this is an issue for you add it to your list of questions
- also discuss your birth control options
• if you are taking or considering hormone-based birth control and breastfeeding, ask your doctor if it will affect your milk supply
- ask about your menstrual cycles and future pregnancy planning
▪️MENTAL HEALTH
- this is just as important as your physical health but often gets ignored
• ask your doctor for resources about Postpartum Depression (PPD) and Anxiety (PPA) and get an evaluation if needed
- there is also Baby Blues and Postpartum Rage and other mental health issues new parents face
