Once a woman becomes pregnant, most couples choose to abstain from sex for the sake of the baby’s health, but it is completely unnecessary. Although a woman’s libido decreases during pregnancy, a man’s desire will not be affected by it. So how can couples have sexual life while ensuring the safety and health of their baby? Sexual Positions during Pregnancy: 1. During pregnancy, the man-on-top position can easily cause premature rupture of membrane with twice probability than other positions, so it is important to avoid pressing on the pregnant woman’s protruding abdomen. 2. If oral sex is chosen, avoid blowing air into the vagina to prevent air from entering the pregnant woman’s bloodstream and causing amniotic embolism that may result in death; this has been reported in medical cases so try to avoid it as much as possible. 3. There is no absolute correlation between frequency of sexual intercourse and preterm delivery even when pregnant more than 36 weeks; if permitted by physical strength and both partners reach an agreement, then the frequency can be decided by themselves; meanwhile, intensity or climax would not harm the fetus. Condom must be used during Pregnancy: To prevent infection during pregnancy, condom should always be used for protection when engaging in sexual activity. When should couples not have sexual activity during Pregnancy? Experts believe that couples should try not to engage in sexual activity within the first three months and last two months of pregnancy. What kind of positions are safest for love making during Pregnancy? As belly grows bigger do not press on it; front-lateral position, side-lying position or front-sitting position can be taken with moderate intensity; back-lateral position can also be taken when approach late stages of pregnancy.
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