INTIMATE ISSUES IN ANTENATAL PERIOD

SEX DURING PREGNANCY

It is absolutely safe to have sex in pregnancy unless your Gynecologist has told you not to.

Having sex in pregnancy does not hurt your baby

It is quite normal for you to have a change in the sex drive in pregnancy… it is always better to have a talk about it with your partner.

You may not find it to be enjoyable in pregnancy particularly in the later months due to mechanical issues caused by the enlarged abdomen.

Having sex or orgasms in pregnancy does not cause miscarriage or early labor pains if your pregnancy is normal

You might feel some contractions after sex …do not worry these are normal Braxton Hicks Contractions… they usually pass off on their own. You may try some relaxation techniques if you feel uncomfortable due to those contractions

When NOT to have sex in pregnancy?

If you have a history of bleeding or a low-lying placenta and your doctor has asked you to avoid sex

If you have your water broken

If you have history of preterm labor

Or any other reason for which the doctor has put a restriction