Postpartum sex - how long does it hurt?

RyRy

I had my first baby 5 weeks ago today; I had her vaginally and also an episiotomy. I had an appt with my dr today and he cleared me to go back to work, and resume all normal activities. He did warn me sex would hurt the first time, and he was so right. We even used lube and went slow, but it still really hurt and burned. How long does it take for sex to feel good and normal again after having a baby?