This can happen due to tiredness a mother experiences from looking after a newborn, with all of the responsibilities, including night feeds which can disrupt her sleep. It can also be caused by a hormone a nursing mother’s body produces, called prolactin. Another important cause of decreased libido is depression Trauma during delivery may have caused damage or if there is any pain in the vaginal area, a decrease in sexual drive can occur. Libido loss can be from medications and medical illnesses. Sometimes, stress can be a cause – example financially, the way a woman sees herself after a delivery (body image) or from relationship concerns. Any form of abuse (sexual, physical or psychological) can affect libido. The use of alcohol, street drugs and cigarette smoking can also decrease a woman’s libido. For more information on any of these issues, contact your health care professional.