38 weeks pregnant and I have been having contractions all day... I was "in the mood" but my hubby is at work so lets just say I took care of bizz LOL. I rarely have the urge to have sex but I don't think it was a good idea b/c now I have this urge to go number 2 , like all day! And really nothing happens when I try. Also I think it makde me start contractions now whenever I get up to walk or anything. I think I mine as well have sex with my hubby tonight since I am still in the mood but if he ejaculates in me will this kick start labor? I dont think I want to go into labor tomorrow when he is at work..... although I wouldnt mind having my son since I am super uncomfortable.
2007-09-27 11:09:36 · 6 answers · asked by Amos&Asher=MyBoys 3 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Pregnancy
A mans semin is known to help soften the cervix. Not sure if it will kick start labor but will help it along.
2007-09-27 11:14:14 · answer #1 · answered by Joy5 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Everyone is above is correct in saying that semen does contain prostgladin, which does soften the cervix, but....semen does not contain the amount that is needed to actually have an effect on your cervix. Having an orgasm that late in your pregnancy does usually cause some contractions..they may or may not be the real deal. But by all means, go at it like rabbits. It will at the very least entertain you and help you to enjoy your last intimate moments for at least 6 weeks! The only reason you should not be having sex is if you have passed your mucous plug and/or your water breaks...just out of concern for the bacteria that can be introduced into the birth canal
2007-09-27 18:38:09 · answer #2 · answered by southerngrrl_01 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Both sex and orgasm have been suggested to help with starting labor. There are prostaglandins in semen that would help with ripening the cervix, and you having an orgasm will get the uterus contracting at least for a little bit (besides oxytocin release in your brain).
The urge to poop, well pressure in the pelvic floor might mean your baby has dropped as well. Babies come when they come, your husband can stay home from work tomorrow if things get started during the night.
2007-09-27 18:18:11 · answer #3 · answered by Ethel 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It just might kick start your labor! Semen has prostoglandins in it.. the hormones that soften and thin your cervix. For that matter, just having an orgasm releases those same hormones, as well as oxytocin, the hormone that causes your uterus to contract. Oxytocin also raises your pain threshold... you can tolerate more, because of the way natural oxytocin acts on your brain. Pitocin, the synthetic of this hormone doesn't cross the brain barrier as well, which is why chemically induced labor hurts so much more.
2007-09-27 18:19:01 · answer #4 · answered by mommy2squee 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
the last thing i wanted at that point in my pregnancies was sex. i'm probably wrong but i didn't think it was a good idea at this stage anyway and ejaculation doesn't start labor. sounds like the babe is pretty low and getting ready anyway. just take a good walk.
2007-09-27 18:20:38 · answer #5 · answered by racer 51 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Absolutely it will help! The orgasm will help stimulate contractions and the semen will help soften the cervix and open it up, get busy and Good Luck!
2007-09-27 18:15:12 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋