Is sexual intercourse dangerous after conceiving a child?

Questions of intimate life quite acutely facing couples who are planning a pregnancy. If the long-awaited conception took place, there are more incomprehensible moments. First of all, couples are not always clear whether further sexual relations are safe, whether they will harm the baby. About whether you can have sex after conception, we will discuss in this article.

If fertilization has taken place, it is too early to talk about pregnancy. A fetal egg should be able to attach itself to the wall of the uterus, and only after the implantation takes place 8-9 days after ovulation, can we say that the woman is pregnant.

These processes are microscopic, occurring at the cellular level. Parental sex can in no way harm the fertilized egg, because it is reliably protected and is located in the depths of the female body.

Do not think that the rejection of sexual intimacy at this stage will increase the chances of implantation - this is not so. How successful is the attachment of the ovum to the endometrium depends only on the state of the endometrium, the hormonal background of the potential mother and the usefulness of the embryo. In this way, in the first days after the alleged conception there are no restrictions on intimate contact.

After implantation in the woman's body, hormones change, symptoms of early toxicosis may appear. Against this background, the sexual desires of women usually recede into the background - nausea and dizziness do not contribute to relaxation and love joys.

From about the 12th week of pregnancy a young placenta begins to function in a woman, the amount of blood circulating in the body of the expectant mother increases by almost half. Blood flow to the genitals, as well as softening of the mucous membranes under the action of the hormone of pregnancy - progesterone - stimulates a stronger sexual desire.

So from the end first trimester and until the middle of the third (and some - before childbirth!), the woman feels strong sexual desire, more vivid orgasmic sensations, and some admit that it was during the carrying of the baby that the first full orgasm was experienced.

As for men, this is where the root of the problem often lies. Not all representatives of the strong half of humanity are morally and psychologically ready for sex with a pregnant woman. For some reason, husbands often believe that by their actions they can harm a child and prevent it. Some confess that the feeling that during intercourse someone else is present is preventing them from relaxing, and this prevents.

Many men simply do not dare to ask their wife for sexual intimacy, given her “interesting position”, since they were brought up like this. From this point of view, this article is intended more for men than for their wives.

Sexual "discharge" is as necessary for man as food, sleep, water, air. The instinct of procreation is one of the main ones, and nothing can be done about it.A pregnant woman is no exception. She feels a desire for intimacy, needs experiencing orgasm, relaxation, relaxation, positive emotions associated with sex. A man should not forget about it. If there are no contraindications of a medical nature, sex after conception and during childbearing is not only possible, but necessary. Is he:

• promotes the production of endorphins (the so-called hormones of happiness), which has a positive effect on the mood of the future mother, her well-being and well-being of the baby;
• allows the uterus during orgasm to make light "training" contractions that, among other things, stimulate the blood supply to the placenta and the influx of more nutrients and oxygen to the baby;
• in late pregnancy, unprotected sex contributes to the maturation of the cervix due to prostaglandins in semen;
• It has a positive effect on family relationships, on trust, intimacy, on a high sensual sphere, which is necessary for a pregnant woman.

All this is a strong case for sex during pregnancy.

There is no clear indication in any religion of the world concerning the prohibition of sex with a pregnant wife, not a single philosophical doctrine supports such a restriction, no doctor will ever prohibit sexual relations with spouses if the pregnancy proceeds without complications and force majeure.

If one spouse cannot overcome the psychological barrier, it is worth contacting a psychologist. This is a more correct way, because it is better to try to establish normal intimate relationships during pregnancy than to divorce and leave the baby without a father if he “goes to the left” due to his own sexual dissatisfaction.

Sex may be prohibited only by the attending physician on the basis of incontrovertible medical indications. These indications include:

• pregnancy after IVF;
• double or triple pregnancy with a history of illness;
• low placentation or placenta previa;
• isthmic-cervical insufficiency (failure of the cervix);
• the threat of miscarriage or premature birth;
• leakage of amniotic fluid;
• the release of mucus plugs from the cervical canal in the last weeks of pregnancy;
• the presence of partners of genital infections, sexually transmitted diseases.

If conception has occurred and pregnancy is desired, then the couple will have to comply with some restrictions:

• do not use lubricants and sex toys;
• avoid poses with deep penetration, especially after 6-7 weeks of pregnancy;
• when the belly appears, avoid postures that imply pressure on it;
• temporarily refuse anal sex to prevent intestinal bacteria from entering the genital tract and not cause additional problems with constipation and hemorrhoids;
• Avoid sudden movements and high intensity of frictions.

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