Moderate sex life during pregnancy

The issue of sexual life during pregnancy is an issue that many couples do not pay attention to. Some people think that women should no longer have sex after they become pregnant; others, however, ignore the impact of pregnancy on women and have sex as usual, or even more frequently, leading to adverse consequences. In fact, sexual life during pregnancy should be neither too much nor too much. It should be done in moderation. So, how should you have sex during pregnancy? Let’s take a look at the best arrangements given by experts!

1. Sexual life should be appropriately reduced in the early stage

After a woman becomes pregnant, her demands for and responses to sexual life decrease due to changes in her endocrine function, early pregnancy reactions, and concerns about the impact on the embryo. During the first three months of pregnancy, on the one hand, the placenta has not yet matured and the connection between the placenta and the uterine wall is not tight. On the other hand, the secretion of progesterone is insufficient and cannot provide strong protection for the embryo. Having sex at this time may cause miscarriage.

It is best to have sex 1-4 times a month during early pregnancy. During sex, you should adopt positions that do not put pressure on the abdomen, such as the normal position with the husband's arms stretched out, the cross position or the expansion position that does not put pressure on the abdomen. The movements should be gentle to avoid intense stimulation. Husbands should care for and forgive their wives and try to reduce sexual intercourse during the early stages of pregnancy for the health of mother and child.

2. Appropriate sexual life during the second trimester

In the second half of pregnancy, the placenta has been formed and the pregnancy is relatively stable; the early pregnancy reaction has passed, sexual desire has increased, and you can have moderate sex. Moderate sexual life during the second trimester is beneficial to the love between husband and wife and the healthy development of the fetus. Domestic and foreign research shows that: if the couple has a harmonious and loving relationship during pregnancy and the pregnant woman is in a good mood, it can effectively promote the growth and development of the fetus, and the baby will be born with quick reactions, language development and good health. However, more sex life is not necessarily better. It must be arranged reasonably and attention must be paid to sexual postures and frequency to avoid adverse effects on the fetus.

The second trimester is a safe period for sexual intercourse, and 1-2 times a week is appropriate. Sexual intercourse can be conducted in positions that are accustomed and comfortable for both spouses, but care should be taken not to compress the abdomen. The positions can be front side position, side lying position, front sitting position or back lying position. Husbands should not stimulate pregnant women's nipples. Pregnant women should pay attention to self-regulation and avoid being overly excited to avoid inducing miscarriage.

3. Avoid sexual intercourse as much as possible during late pregnancy

In the later stages of pregnancy, the pregnant woman's abdomen will be noticeably swollen, her body shape and weight will change significantly, she will feel heavy, her back will ache, and her libido will decrease. The sensitivity of the uterus increases, and any external stimulation, even a mild impact, can easily cause uterine contraction and lead to premature birth.

In the late pregnancy, couples should reduce the frequency of sexual intercourse as much as possible, preferably 1-4 times a month, to avoid accidents. The duration of sexual intercourse should be shortened and the movements should be gentle. It is best for the husband to hug the pregnant woman from behind to avoid abdominal pressure.

4. Sexual intercourse is strictly prohibited after 36 weeks of pregnancy

At 36 weeks of pregnancy, the baby is about to be born and the fetus begins to descend. If you continue to have sexual intercourse, it may cause the cervix to open, leading to bacterial infection, premature rupture of membranes, premature birth and intrauterine infection. Therefore, for the health of mother and child, sexual intercourse should be absolutely prohibited. Couples can express their love through kissing and hugging, increase communication and enhance their relationship.