I am 38 weeks and 1cm dilated is it safe to have sex at the stage?

Answer 1

Yep!

Answer 2

Some people say it's best not to have sex the last 2 weeks of your pregnancy because sperm has a high acid content that can affect the lining of the uterus or something along those lines.

If you absolutely have to (which you might feel like doing-- especially since you won't be able to for another 6 weeks after the baby is born), then have your partner use a condom.

Remember that answers here are not professional medical responses. If you're in doubt about something like this, you should ask your doctor.

Answer 3

I think you shouldn't, you are two weeks away from full term delivery and sex could trigger early labor, especially since you are already 1cm dilated. My doctor told me when I went into labor to go home and have sex and I was 1 cm dilated but I was already past due in my pregnancy, he said it would help the delivery process. I suggest you ask your GYN first.

Answer 4

As a matter of fact, you can! You can safely have sex right up until your water breaks and you start heading toward active labor. Once that happens, the placenta has ruptured and there would be a risk of infection (not to mention the possibility of comprimising the natural lubrication for the baby to make it's way out of the birth canal). The only exception to this is if your doctor has specific reasons for not wanting you to (i.e. medical issues).
There are "old wives tales" that sex late in pregnancy can stimulate an early labor, however there is ABSOLUTELY NO medical evidence to support this. In fact, evidence supports that those who enjoy sex late in the pregnancy give birth at an average of 38.9 weeks, as opposed to the 38.3 weeks of those who do not.

Answer 5

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Cold sores sometimes called fever blisters, are groups of small blisters on the lip and around the mouth. The skin around the blisters is often red, swollen, and sore. The blisters may break open, leak a clear fluid, and then scab over after a few days. They usually heal in several days to 2 weeks.
The herpes simplex virus usually enters the body through a break in the skin around or inside the mouth. It is usually spread when a person touches a cold sore or touches infected fluid—such as from sharing eating utensils or razors, kissing an infected person, or touching that person's saliva. A parent who has a cold sore often spreads the infection to his or her child in this way. Cold sores can also be spread to other areas of the body.
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Answer 6

They actually recomend to have sex in the last few weeks of your pregnancy, because they say that sperm has a substance that will help induce your labor, and can help with the cervix. Good luck, just make sure that you are in a comfortable position.

Answer 7

Hell yes! That will make your baby come out sooner than you expected. It can't really hurt, unless the head in crowning ,then you may want to rethink the whole sex thing!

Answer 8

Yes, it is, unless your doctor has specifically advised against it, in fact sex will help the cervix ripen for the upcoming delivery.

Answer 9

I'm pretty sure that it is it might even induce labor NO sex if water broke though

Answer 10

Well it depends if you want to have the baby already. some doctors will tell you now to have sex if you have already dialated come and others say it's o.k. So just ask the doctor.

Answer 11

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.
If your doctor, nurse-midwife, or other pregnancy health care provider anticipates or detects certain significant complications with your pregnancy, he or she is likely to advise against sexual intercourse. The most common risk factors include:

a history or threat of miscarriage
a history of pre-term labor (you've previously delivered a baby before 37 weeks) or signs indicating the risk of pre-term labor (such as premature uterine contractions)
unexplained vaginal bleeding, discharge, or cramping
leakage of amniotic fluid (the fluid that surrounds the baby)
placenta previa, a condition in which the placenta (the blood-rich structure that nourishes the baby) is situated down so low that it covers the cervix (the opening of the uterus)
incompetent cervix, a condition in which the cervix is weakened and dilates (opens) prematurely, raising the risk for miscarriage or premature delivery
multiple fetuses (you're having twins, triplets, etc.)
Common Questions and Concerns
The following are some of the most frequently asked questions about sex during pregnancy.

Can sex harm my baby?
No, not directly. Your baby is fully protected by the amniotic sac (a thin-walled bag that holds the fetus and surrounding fluid) and the strong muscles of the uterus. There's also a thick mucus plug that seals the cervix and helps guard against infection. The penis does not come into contact with the fetus during sex.

Can intercourse or orgasm cause miscarriage or contractions?
In cases of normal, low-risk pregnancies, the answer is no. The contractions that you may feel during and just after orgasm are entirely different from the contractions associated with labor. However, you should check with your health care provider to make sure that your pregnancy falls into the low-risk category. Some doctors recommend that all women stop having sex during the final weeks of pregnancy, just as a safety precaution, because semen contains a chemical that may actually stimulate contractions. Check with your health care provider to see what he or she thinks is best.

Is it normal for my sex drive to increase or decrease during pregnancy?
Actually, both of these possibilities are normal (and so is everything in between). Many pregnant women find that symptoms such as fatigue, nausea, breast tenderness, and the increased need to urinate make sex too bothersome, especially during the first trimester. Generally, fatigue and nausea subside during the second trimester, and some women find that their desire for sex increases. Also, some women find that freedom from worries about contraception, combined with a renewed sense of closeness with their partner, makes sex more fulfilling. Desire generally subsides again during the third trimester as the uterus grows even larger and the reality of what's about to happen sets in.

Your partner's desire for sex is likely to increase or decrease as well. Some men feel even closer to their pregnant partner and enjoy the changes in their bodies. Others may experience decreased desire because of anxiety about the burdens of parenthood, or because of concerns about the health of both the mother and their unborn child.

Your partner may have trouble reconciling your identity as a sexual partner with your new (and increasingly visible) identity as an expectant mother. Again, remember that communication with your partner can be a great help in dealing with these issues.

When to Call Your Doctor
Call your health care provider if you're unsure whether sex is safe for you. Also, call if you notice any unusual symptoms after intercourse, such as pain, bleeding, or discharge, or if you experience contractions that seem to continue after sex.

Remember, "normal" is a relative term when it comes to sex during pregnancy. You and your partner need to discuss what feels right for both of you.