I found it very painful as well, not sure how many stitches I had but I have two tears and an episotomy OUCHIES! Not sure if that compares to you or not.
But all I can recommend is very good silky LUBE LUBE LUBE, and stretch/massage it gently and slowly, take your time, get as relaxed as you can.
You may find that it takes a while before you can "take it all in", but give it some time and it will get better.
My OB also gave me a prescriptions for Oveston (sp), a cream you rub in that area and that made a HUGE difference, maybe speak with your care provider. Your body may also just take a bit longer to heal.
For me a few problems were found at my follow up appointment with my OB, One stitch hadn't dissolved and the skin had grown over it, and that was like razor blades , the rest was just the healing taking a bit longer. She had to cut to take out the old stich and unfortuantely I still had low platelets and wouldn't stop bleeding, 15 min later was still running freely so she had to restitch
My recovery took a long time, but we have gotten there.
It can take a while for DTD to be comfortable again for a few reasons. The most common issue is being very dry, especially if bfing. Lubricant can help with this, but there is also oestrogen treatment which helps a lot, and is a more long term solution. Your GP or ob should be able to prescribe this for you.
As the others have said, this is very, very normal, so don't feel like there is anything wrong with you. It's really one of those things that should be explained to couples by their Health Professional so that they know what to expect.
, the rest was just the healing taking a bit longer. She had to cut to take out the old stich and unfortuantely I still had low platelets and wouldn't stop bleeding, 15 min later was still running freely so she had to restitch
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