Safe sex during pregnancy

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The article was professionally consulted by Specialist Doctor I Truong Nghia Binh - Obstetrician-Gynecologist - Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology - Vinmec Da Nang International General Hospital.
Most people think that having sex during pregnancy is a no-no, but in reality, there's no reason to avoid it unless directed by your doctor. Why is that?
The fetus is protected safely in the uterus by the amniotic sac surrounding it, so sex or orgasm does not harm the fetus. However, your doctor may advise you to stop having sex during pregnancy if you have a history of miscarriage, and limit sex when there is a certain history such as bleeding or premature birth. In fact, for each specific clinical case, the doctor will have different restriction requirements (eg no sex, no orgasm, no sexual stimulation,...).

1. Discussion between husband and wife about sex during pregnancy

The key to staying close during pregnancy is to openly share your feelings, especially when having thoughts and doubts about whether to have sex during pregnancy or not. are not. Couples should encourage each other to share, especially when they see their partner reacting differently. Discussing and sharing together is the best way to understand each other's thoughts, feelings, and interests.

2. Does sexual interest change during pregnancy?

Changes in sexual interest during pregnancy are very common, and it's completely okay. Hormonal changes during pregnancy make some people feel an increased desire for sex, but at the same time make others feel less interested in it.
During the first trimester of pregnancy, some people no longer want to have sex because of changes in the body (discomfort, fatigue,...), but others do not.

3. How to achieve comfort during sex during pregnancy?

As a pregnant woman's belly grows larger, changing positions during sex will become necessary to create a feeling of comfort. This may still be true after the baby has been born.
In some cases it may be necessary to use extra lubricant during sex, and always choose a water-based lubricant.
Choose a way to have intercourse so that you don't feel pain. During orgasm, uterine contractions occur. However, if any contractions are frequent or painful, see your doctor right away. Similarly, if you notice heavy vaginal bleeding or your water breaks during sex during your third trimester, immediately stop having intercourse and go to the hospital as soon as possible (don't let anything penetrate your vagina). once the rupture of membranes has occurred).

4. Spend time talking during pregnancy

If the doctor has ordered to limit sexual activities during pregnancy, or the pregnant woman feels uninterested in intercourse, take the time to share and confide in your partner. Love and understanding will be expressed in many different ways. Think of the love that formed the little life in the womb. Let's enjoy time together, go for a walk together, enjoy dinner together, relax together.

5. What is the earliest time to have sex again after giving birth?

After having a baby, a woman can start having sex again when her body has fully recovered, when both husband and wife feel comfortable and excited.
Usually, however, a doctor will advise a woman to wait after her first postpartum visit before having sex.
After giving birth, some women experience vaginal dryness. To overcome this situation, a lubricant can be used and always remember to use a water-based lubricant.

6. Can a woman get pregnant while breastfeeding?

During breastfeeding, a woman will stop ovulating and menstruating (ovulation is the process by which an egg is released from the ovary). However, it is still possible to ovulate before the menstrual cycle reappears. Therefore, it should be remembered that during this period a woman can still become pregnant. Refer to contraceptive methods and, if necessary, consult a doctor in case the woman does not want to continue to become pregnant.
Specialist doctor I Truong Nghia Binh has over 13 years of experience in the field of Obstetrics and Gynecology, has high expertise and long experience in diagnosing and treating Obstetrics and Gynecology diseases such as: screening for diseases of mother and baby before birth chorionic villus biopsies, amniocentesis.. Ultrasound to screen for fetal malformations (3D, 4D ultrasound) Follow-up, birth control in cases of normal or difficult birth treatment of pre-eclampsia, placenta previa, pregnancy with complicated medical conditions... Cesarean section for 1st, 2nd, 3rd time caesarean section... Examination, treatment treatment of gynecological diseases. Examination and consultation of infertile couples

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Article reference source: Webmd.com