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Introduction — Sexual function and satisfaction in couples decreases after childbirth. Often, communication problems play a central role in persisting sexual dysfunctions. The aim of this study was to evaluate the sexual function of mothers of young children and to assess their partners’ perception of their sexuality. Methods — This cohort study is a postal survey based on the Female Sexual Function Index (FSFI) questionnaire shared among women who gave birth at least three to four years ago in a perinatal health care center in Germany. Additionally, male partners received a modified FSFI questionnaire to evaluate their perception of female sexuality. A total of 215 couples answered the questionnaire and were included in the study. The concordance of female and male answers was correlated with female sexual function. Results — The prevalence of women with potential female sexual dysfunction (FSFI < 26.55) was 24.3 percent. Men appeared to underestimate the sexual satisfaction of their female partners. However, men had a positive perception of good sexual function in women. Having a child younger than three years old was associated with decreased sexual function in women and a negative perception among men. Conclusion — This study helps us to understand interactions between partners concerning female sexuality in couples with young children. Healthcare professionals should inform young parents about possible changes in sexuality after childbirth and encourage them to talk to each other about their sexual concerns and wishes to improve sexual and partnership satisfaction.