Sex During Pregnancy
Pleasant Intimacy
Are you concerned about having sex during pregnancy? Do you think it can be painful and possibly harming your baby? There is nothing to worry about it; sex and pregnancy are not enemies, instead they get along very well.
It is true that there are several myths in relation to your questions. It's time to dig up false myths and start enjoying sex more.
During pregnancy, talking about sex with your partner is a difficult subject to discuss. Normally during the first trimester is possible to lower the frequency of sexual intercourse, during the second quarter you are relaxed and intercourse increases. During the last quarter sex drops sharply in your relationships, doesn’t sounds good, right?. Sexology professionals estimate that approximately 50% of couples stop sex before birth, 40% maintain sporadic contact, and only 10% maintain normal sexual relations.
Don’t worry, follow these tips and you'll be in that 10% of lucky couples. Remember, sex during pregnancy is not a bad thing or something that has to be put it aside. It is part of your relationships with your partner.
Just as before your pregnancy, you and your partner must be closely involved in trying to have the best pleasure of sex. Don’t think now that your partner should do all the work because you cannot move, or you are afraid to bother your baby. Your baby is safe, and well protected by the amniotic fluid, which works as a pillow, and the mucous plug that seals your cervix helps guard against infection in the womb.
Another aspect that you may be wondering is what happens to my baby when I have an orgasm? In normal circumstances, the orgasm does not damage your baby as it is well protected.
Is there some risk in having sex during pregnancy?
Unless your doctor detects a risk in your pregnancy, you can consider that having sex is safe for you and your baby, like walking in the park.
Some of the risks considered by your doctor to recommend you not to have sex can be:
I recommend that when your doctor tells you a condition of risk, your partner should be with you. It is important that you and your partner are aware and seriously consider the recommendation of your doctor. Especially when your doctor recommends to stop having sex. You know that sometimes your partner may not believe the diagnosis and may think that you don’t want to do it.
It is very common when having sex during pregnancy to tell your partner something like this: Do not move too much, take care of my belly, don’t penetrate the whole penis. In short, you're not taking that moment as something pleasant and natural. I agree that you're worried about your baby; you should relax and enjoy the moment. Tell your partner to treat you very carefully; I am sure he will understand. Your partner must be very conscious of your pregnancy.
Furthermore, the excitation can be achieved in one third of the vagina, where there are nerves that can be stimulated to a have a good orgasm. There is no need for a deep and strong penetration.
Here you have some tips to enjoy sex during pregnancy
Being pregnant is an opportunity to experience new forms of stimulation. Maybe you always had the typical sex with penetration. Now is your chance to try new soft and sensual caresses in you body, or perhaps a good massage. Considering the good relationship with your partner, you can tell him what your points of maximum stimulation are. Remember, these caresses are a bidirectional activity; you and your partner must be stimulated together. LEARN NEW SEXUAL POSITIONS: It is true that the typical missionary position, where your partner is right above your belly, is now not comforting. It is likely that your partner doesn’t know how to accommodate for not pressing your growing belly. That's why your partner must choose positions that do not press your abdomen or lower back. Learn new sexual positions that allow you to enjoy sex as well as or better than before pregnancy.
LOOK FOR THE BEST TIME TO HAVE PLEASENT RELATIONS: If you have the typical morning sickness during the first trimester, which is definitely annoying, look for having sex in the afternoon, or perhaps after a nap. You know very well that sex during pregnancy has not to be something mechanical. Go out with your partner to a nice and very romantic place, a good restaurant could be a good choice. Enjoy a dinner with candles and everything nice, then return home and make you comfortable to spend a night of unforgettable sex.
What happens after childbirth, could I have sex with my partner?
After the birth of your baby, you should wait a recovery time, usually 45 days, to stabilize your hormones and then you can continue your sex life. During that time you should see your doctor to monitor your recovery, especially if you had a cesarean. After your doctor gives the okay, you can continue with your normal sex life. Now, more than ever you and your partner should strengthen some games such as kissing, fondling, maybe a massage. Find some relaxation techniques to help you eliminate the fear of penetration.
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CONCLUSIONSex during pregnancy provides many benefits for you and your baby, there's no risk in most cases. Now you should not be worried about birth control or contraceptives. You will not have to care about ovulation. This means you will have free card with your partner to have natural sex, so start learning pregnancy sex positions. Your partner may be worried about how to penetrate you, so both have to learn other ways of stimulation. And, most important is that sex during pregnancy helps you relax and prepare the pelvic muscles for labor. Orgasms also help you to work these muscles.
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