Having sex during pregnancy is safe unless you have been advised by a doctor not to do so.
If you are worried about hurting your baby, fear not because a penis or sex toy cannot penetrate beyond your vagina. Even the baby wouldn’t know what is going on.
Many ladies experience several kinds of changes during pregnancy, among which includes their sex drives. It could be more than usual or less… but that isn’t something to be worried about.
It is also very important to have this kind of conversation with our partner. Remind them that it is nothing to get alarmed about.
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It is also important for partners to understand the unusual changes, feelings and emotions their partners might be going through, and support them as best as they can during this process.
Sex and Orgasms do not have any negative effect on a pregnancy. As long as your pregnancy is normal and you have no complications, there won’t be an increased risk of going into labour early or causing a miscarriage.
Just so you know, an orgasm or even sex itself can set off mild contractions later during pregnancy. Braxton Hicks is what that is called.
You will feel the muscles of your womb go hard whenever this happens. But most times, there is no cause for alarm. Relaxation techniques are activities that can help you feel better.
Meanwhile, here are some situations you might consider avoiding sex during pregnancy;
Many doctors and experts out there would usually advise you to avoid sex if you are experiencing heavy bleeding during sex.
This is because sex may increase the risk of further bleeding, especially if the placenta is low or there’s a collection of blood
- Avoid sex If your waters have broken. Having sex if your water has broken can increase the risk of infection (ask your doctor or expert if you’re not sure whether your waters have broken).
- If there are any problems with the entrance to your womb (cervix) – you may be at a higher risk of going into early labour or having a miscarriage.
- If you’re having twins, have previously had early labours, and are in the later stages of pregnancy.
- If you or your sexual partner are having sex with other people during your pregnancy, it’s important you use a barrier form of contraception, such as a condom, to protect you and your baby from sexually transmitted infections (STIs).
Here are some sexual positions you should consider trying with your partner.
Sex with your partner on top can become uncomfortable quite early in pregnancy, not just because of the bump, but because your breasts might be tender. It can also be uncomfortable if your partner penetrates you too deeply.
It may be better to lie on your sides, either facing each other or with your partner behind. You may also want to try being on top during sex or being penetrated from behind while on your hands and knees. Use pillows to make yourself comfortable.
