Women and
sometimes their partners are often scared to have sex during pregnancy because
they think it might harm the baby in one way or the other. Questions most
pregnant women want to know about sex during their trimesters is; how safe is
sex during pregnancy? Is there a time limit for sex during pregnancy? Are there
specific positions for sex during pregnancy? How do I tell my partner I’m not
in the mood? There are so many questions they want answers to, and while it is
advisable to always consult your doctor and discuss certain things that you
need clarification on, here are some things you should know about sex during
pregnancy:
Misconception about sex during pregnancy
It is a
popularly held belief that having sex during pregnancy can harm the fetus and
probably cause a miscarriage. This is not true. Pregnant women can enjoy sex
during all trimesters of their pregnancy. All they need to focus on is eating
the right diet to keep them healthy and in the right mood for sex when it
arises. The only time you may be advised by your doctor to stay away from sex
is if you’ve had series of miscarriages in previous pregnancies. This is the
only time that you will be required to abstain at least three months into the
pregnancy. Also, if you are experiencing some pregnancy complication such as
preterm labor, preeclampsia and so on, you may be advised to stay away from sex
for the meantime. Other than these reasons, nothing is going to happen to your
pregnancy
It is quite
through that some women may feel less interested in sex when they are
expecting, but this doesn’t apply to all women. Most times, they are just
stressed because of the extra weight they have to carry about. Here is where
the partner would need to be patient and helpful. Doing things for your partner
such as foot massage, breakfast in bed, ice cream treat, will make her oiled
and ready to please you in bed. Although, the sexual desire may decrease
around the third trimester when the baby bump becomes too heavy and delivery is
close by. Some sex positions might be difficult to perform at this time.
How to enjoy sex during pregnancy
First of all,
you will have to be more communicative with your partner during this period.
Keeping them in the dark and expecting that they would understand your every
mood is wrong. If you don’t feel strong enough to go through sex that beautiful
morning because of some mischievous pregnancy hormones of which morning
sickness might probably be the end result, then you shouldn’t hesitate to
discuss it with your partner.
When having sex,
you will have to avoid some exciting things you did prior to conceiving like
oral sex. This is because it is easy for a pregnant woman to be infected during
this time due to the weakness of the immune system. Practices such as blowing
air into the vagina should be avoided as it could end up blocking a blood
vessel which could harm you and the fetus.
Sex positions
such as spooning or side by side are more realistic during this period. If you
are experiencing mild pain during sex due to vagina dryness, a lubricant with
higher water content, or, a well-lubricated condom can be used to make down
there slippery and enjoyable again. Also, engage more in cuddling and kissing
which will release some feel-good hormones-dopamine to help you and your
partner through the stress of having a baby.
