Sex Life During Pregnancy Can Still Be Good

It's not unusual for a woman to feel ashamed to talk about having sex during pregnancy, with her doctor or friends. Having sexual intimacy and being pregnant shouldn't make any woman feel unnatural. In order to help you discover more about this sensitive topic, we've put together some fundamental answers to commonly asked questions about sexual intercourse and pregnancy.

Let's cover the matter that all woman having their first newborn would like the answer to. Is sexual intimacy during maternity harmless?

For most women who experience a common pregnancy, free of complications, having sex during this time is completely safe. First of all, the baby is safe by the amniotic sac. The amniotic sac grows and starts to fill, mainly with water, around two weeks after fertilization. The mucus plug actually seals the cervix. In fact, if there are no medical reasons or abnormal problems, you can continue to have sexual intimacy right up until your water breaks. It may not be harmless to have sex when there are any abnormal problems present already, that will adversely affect the baby. A dilated cervix, placenta previa, cervical insufficiency, vaginal bleeding, emission, early labour, or abdominal cramping may all be reasons why a doctor would advise against sex during pregnancy. If you're unsure about whether or not you can have sexual relations during your pregnancy, just ask your health care provider, nurse or midwife.

Is There Any Type Of Sex I Should Avoid During Pregnancy?

Unless you've been told by your personal doctor or midwife that you should avoid sex, you can probably continue your sexual intercourse life normally. There are a couple noteworthy exceptions. The first exclusion would apply if you agree to oral sex from your partner. Tell him not to blow into your vagina. The damaging effect to you or your baby could be an air embolism. This could affect you or just your baby. The other understandable reason of concern is unprotected sexual intimacy with a partner you are not certain, is free from sexually transmitted infections. If you're not sure your partner has no STIs, then you should always use a condom or abstain from sexual acts altogether. STDs can affect you and your baby, so having sex during pregnancy is too risky to take a chance.

Does Having A Complication Mean Absolutely No sexual relations During Pregnancy?

First off, by no means be afraid to confront your doctor about this question. If you've been told that you should refrain from sexual intimacy during pregnancy, ask him to be more specific. Is it really necessary? Does it encompass all intimate acts? Is the health care provider talking about sexual intimacy or just about the effect of an orgasm? Discovering accurately what is allowed and not allowed, will help you feel more relaxed about sex, while you're pregnant.

Will My Desire For Sex Change During Pregnancy?

Your sex drive may change during pregnancy. Nausea, fatigue and being uncomfortable will unquestionably reduce your desire for sex. Many times though, there's a feeling of total freedom and a renewed intimacy since there is no worry about getting pregnant anymore. At the same time, your partner's sex drive may be increasing or decreasing by the pregnancy, so be sure to communicate effectively with him about how you both feel.

Will Different Positions Make Sex More Comfortable For Me I'm Pregnancy?

Changing sex positions can make you more comfortable during pregnancy. The position of sexual intercourse that was comfortable before pregnancy, is many times no longer comfy while being pregnant. Sometimes a woman never really finds the postion where they're really well-situated, and prefers to have sex by manual stimulation or oral sex.

Will sexual intercourse Feel Different For Me During Pregnancy?

Sex may feel different for you when you're pregnant. It may feel much better than normal or much less comfortable than before you were pregnant. Another change that you'll notice, is, your breasts and genitals may become enlarged and more sensitive than before you were pregnant. For some women this leads to a much more pleasurable sensation during sex, but others may experience being more uncomfortable. If you are no longer enjoying sexual intercourse, experiment with your mate to find new ways to love each other.

Is There A Time Up To, That I Can proceed To Have Sex During A Pregnancy?

If you have no pre-existing stipulation and nothing your doctor has restricted you from sexual relations about, there is no reason not to have sex until your water breaks. Having sexual intercourse, that leads to having an orgasm, can often bring on labour. So feel free to have a lot of sexual intimacy with your spouse, right up to the time you have your baby.

Sex during pregnancy can be an embarrassing topic for some women, but there's no reason to ever feel shameful about finding out how to protect yourself, your baby, and your partner during this time. For more information about your sex life during pregnancy talk to your GP, midwife or contact a branch of the National Childbirth Trust.

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