A Nigerian woman, Promise Mgbeosoro, has sparked widespread discussion after taking to Facebook to lament how childbirth has affected intimacy with her husband. In her post, she described a severe tear during delivery due to the size of her baby, leading to vaginal laxity and reduced sensation during sex.
Woman Details Severe Tear and Stitching Concerns
Promise Mgbeosoro, whose identity was confirmed by the original report from Linda Ikeji's blog, wrote that after having her first child, her vagina became "so open, very wide." She attributed this to the size of her baby, which caused a severe tear during delivery. She expressed doubts about the quality of the stitching she received, stating, "I was stitched but I don't think the midwife stitched it properly."
Her first baby is now 11 months old, and she still feels "so open down there." The situation has left her deeply worried because her husband complains about the lack of sensation, particularly when she asks him if he has entered. She wrote, "Whenever am having fun with my husband I don't feel him anytime he enters, it will be like nothing entered there."
Impact on Marital Intimacy and Plea for Advice
Promise Mgbeosoro's post went viral as she openly asked other mothers, "Moms did you experienced such and how did you make it to close up small." The report, published by Linda Ikeji on August 19, 2026, highlighted the woman's distress over the loss of sensation during intimacy, which she described as feeling like nothing entered her despite her husband's presence.
She noted that her husband's complaints have added to her anxiety, stating, "My husband is complaining about it especially when I do ask him if he have enter or not." The post has drawn attention to the physical and emotional challenges some women face after childbirth, particularly regarding vaginal health and sexual satisfaction.
Broader Context of Postpartum Vaginal Health
Medical experts often note that vaginal laxity after childbirth can result from perineal tears, improper stitching, or the natural stretching of pelvic floor muscles. While the condition can improve over time with pelvic floor exercises or medical interventions, Promise Mgbeosoro's case underscores the need for proper postnatal care and open communication between partners. The viral nature of her post suggests that many women share similar experiences but may not discuss them publicly. As of the report, no medical professional has commented on her specific case, but the story has reignited conversations about postpartum recovery and maternal health support in Nigeria.
