Is sex during pregnancy ok?

Question

Hi, I have a 10 year old son whom I had at 16...now I'm 26. I was wondering if sex during pregnancy is ok and how far into the pregnancy is it ok?

Answer 1

As long as it's not a high risk pregnancy, you can have sex throughout. For me it was better.

Answer 2

It is safe as long as you are not at risk for a preterm delivery or labor. If you had no preterm labor with your son, and have not had multiple miscarriages, go get it on! If you are only with one partner, and are married, have fun and enjoy not having to worry about birth control. If your partner is not the father or if you are sleeping with someone who has not been tested for all STDs, including a blood test for AIDS, be extremely cautious.Always use a condom in this case. If you contract an STD right now, you can cause serious injury, deformities, blindness, or death to your fetus.

Answer 3

It's ok until your doctor tells you otherwise. Sometimes, if you start to dilate early or show signs of preterm labor, the doctor will advise you to abstain for the remainder of your pregnancy. But if you're not having any health problems, you can have sex as long as it's comfortable up until the day you give birth.

Answer 4

You can have sex during the entire pregnancy as long as your don't feel any discomfort or pain. I stopped during my eighth month because it felt weird with the big belly, I manage to do it once during the ninth month but it was hard and I kept running out of breath. So what ever makes you happy and makes you feel comfortable.

Answer 5

yes...it is. i have read that some doctors advise it as a heathly form of exercise during a time when the female party might otherwise be lacking. i would say that so long as you are comfortable doing it, you could continue to do it safely. at any point, though, should you experience any pains or unusual feelings, you should stop immediately. if the pains happen to be serious enough, consult a doctor or physician.

you might also wish to consult your OB-GYN regarding this matter. (just so that you feel more comfortable with the answer that you are given)

Answer 6

sex during pregnancy is fine i have a 2 year old son and when i was pregant with him i had sex though the hole thing just long as you is not feeling any pain

Answer 7

It is O SO fine throughout the pregnancy you know some doctors if you ask will tell you to have sex there is absolutely nothing wrong with it

Answer 8

Sex in Late Pregnancy Won't Bring On Labor By Amanda Gardner
HealthDay Reporter




FRIDAY, July 7 (HealthDay News) -- Having sex late in pregnancy does not help trigger labor and delivery, experts report.



In fact, a new study has found just the opposite: Women who were sexually active in the final three weeks of their pregnancies stayed pregnant slightly longer, delivering at an average of 39.9 weeks gestation vs. 39.3 weeks for women who did not have sex during that time.


"Sexual activity didn't have an effect," confirmed Dr. Jonathan Schaffir, author of a paper appearing in the June issue of Obstetrics and Gynecology and assistant professor of obstetrics and gynecology at Ohio State University in Columbus.


But for other experts, the findings were mainly seen as irrelevant.


"I don't think they answered the question. I'm not sure we need an answer to that question," said Dr. Victor Hugo Gonzalez-Quintero, director of Maternal Fetal Medicine at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine. "What patients need to know is that sexual activity is acceptable in most of the typical patients, all the way to term."


Of all the old wives' tales involving pregnancy, this one may be the most appealing, Schaffir said.


"People look for all kinds of things to shorten the whole pregnancy process," he said.


One recent survey found that 73.6 percent of pregnant women knew about this theory, and that 46.1 percent believed it.


There is some biological plausibility to the notion, Schaffir said.


"Semen contains prostaglandin, which is a hormone that is in commercially prepared medications that we use to induce labor," he explained. "So, there is a thought that maybe sex is doing the same thing as commercial preparations. Also, maternal orgasm is associated with contractions," he added.


But to see if this notion had any basis in fact, Schaffir enrolled 93 women from his practice in a study.


All women had low-risk, single pregnancies and were at their 37th week of pregnancy or beyond at the time the study was conducted between July 2004 and July 2005.


"Over the course of routinely scheduled prenatal visits at the end of pregnancy, when they start coming every week, I asked them if they had had sex in the week prior and how many times," Schaffir said. "I was also doing cervical exams, which is generally a routine part of prenatal treatment."


Slightly more than half -- 50.5 percent -- of the women said they had had sex during the final weeks of their pregnancy. That's a higher percentage than was seen in prior studies, Schaffir noted.


However, the study found no correlation between frequency of sexual intercourse and cervical changes. There was also no appreciable difference in delivery dates between the two groups.


Women who had had sex delivered four days later, on average, than those who did not engage in intercourse, the study found. But that's not a significant difference, according to Schaffir.


The study is not the final word on the issue, the Ohio doctor said. But Schaffir added that it's difficult, if not impossible, to conduct a randomized trial on this subject.


The study did have one piece of reassuring news: The researchers found no differences in fetal outcomes between women who had sex close to delivery and women who did not.

"This suggests that, in a low-risk population, having sex at the end of pregnancy is safe and very commonly performed," Schaffir said.

Answer 9

f you're having a normal pregnancy, sex is considered safe during all stages of the pregnancy.

So what's a "normal pregnancy"? It's one that's considered low-risk for complications such as miscarriage or pre-term labor. Talk to your doctor, nurse-midwife, or other pregnancy health care provider if you're uncertain about whether you fall into this category. (The next section of this article may help, too.)

Of course, just because sex is safe during pregnancy doesn't mean you'll necessarily want to have it! Many expectant mothers find that their desire for sex fluctuates during certain stages in the pregnancy. Also, many women find that sex becomes uncomfortable as their bodies get larger.

You and your partner need to keep the lines of communication open regarding your sexual relationship. Talk about other ways to satisfy your need for intimacy, such as kissing, caressing, and holding each other. You also may need to experiment with other positions for sex to find those that are the most comfortable.

Many women find that they lose their desire and motivation for sex late in the pregnancy - not only because of their size but also because they're preoccupied with the impending delivery and the excitement of becoming a new parent.
When It's Not Safe

There are two types of sexual behavior that aren't safe for any pregnant woman:

* If you engage in oral sex, your partner should not blow air into your vagina. Blowing air can cause an air embolism (a blockage of a blood vessel by an air bubble), which can be potentially fatal for mother and child.
* You should not have sex with a partner whose sexual history is unknown to you or who may have a sexually transmitted disease, such as herpes, genital warts, chlamydia, or HIV. If you become infected, the disease may be transmitted to your baby, with potentially dangerous consequences.

Answer 10

Sex during pregnancy: An unnecessary taboo?
Is it OK to have sex during pregnancy? Will it hurt the baby? Learn what's OK — and what's not OK — when you're pregnant.
If you want to get pregnant, you have sex. No surprises there. But what about sex while you're pregnant? The answers aren't always as clear. Here's what you need to know about sex during pregnancy.

Is it OK to have sex during pregnancy?
As long as your pregnancy is proceeding normally, you can have sex as often as you like. But you may not always want to. At first, hormonal fluctuations, fatigue and nausea may sap your sexual desire. During the second trimester, increased blood flow to your sexual organs and breasts may rekindle your desire for sex. But by the third trimester, weight gain, back pain and other symptoms may once again dampen your enthusiasm for sex.

Can sex cause a miscarriage?
Many couples worry that sex during pregnancy will cause a miscarriage, especially in the first trimester. But sex isn't a concern. Early miscarriages are usually related to chromosomal abnormalities or other problems in the developing baby — not to anything you do or don't do.

Does sex harm the baby?
The baby is protected by the amniotic fluid in your uterus, as well as the mucous plug that blocks the cervix throughout most of your pregnancy. Your partner's penis won't touch the baby.

Are any sexual positions off-limits during pregnancy?
As your pregnancy progresses, experiment to find the most comfortable positions. There's just one caveat. Avoid lying flat on your back during sex. If your uterus compresses the veins in the back of your abdomen, you may feel lightheaded or nauseous.

What about oral sex?
If you have oral sex, make sure your partner does not blow air into your vagina. Rarely, a burst of air may block a blood vessel (air embolism) — which could be a life-threatening condition for you and the baby.

Can orgasms trigger premature labor?
Orgasms can cause uterine contractions. But these contractions are different from the contractions you'll feel during labor. Research indicates that if you have a normal pregnancy, orgasms — with or without intercourse — don't lead to premature labor or premature birth.

Are there times when sex should be avoided?
Although most women can safely have sex throughout pregnancy, sometimes it's best to be cautious.

Preterm labor. Exposure to the prostaglandins in semen may cause contractions — which could be worrisome if you're at risk of preterm labor.
Vaginal bleeding. Sex is not recommended if you have unexplained vaginal bleeding.
Problems with the cervix. If your cervix begins to open prematurely (cervical incompetence), sex may pose a risk of infection.
Problems with the placenta. If your placenta partly or completely covers your cervical opening (placenta previa), sex could lead to bleeding and preterm labor.
Multiple babies. If you're carrying two or more babies, your doctor may advise you not to have sex late in pregnancy — although researchers have not identified any relationship between sex and preterm labor in twins.
Should my partner use a condom?
Exposure to sexually transmitted diseases during pregnancy increases the risk of infections that can affect your pregnancy and your baby's health. If you have a new sexual partner during pregnancy, use a condom when you have sex.

Answer 11

You should really ask your doctor because if you have any kind of issues or problems, he/she will be able to let you know. Most women are able to have sex up until the baby is born. However, I do know that if you have complications, the doctor may ban you from having sex after a certain period.