Tuesday 12 August 2008

Sex - during pregnancy

Sex is considered safe during all stages of the pregnancy provided that you are not in a high risk group, ask a medical professional for advice if you fall into this category or are worried. Of course, just because sex is safe during most pregnancy doesn't mean that your partner or you will necessarily want have it!. Many expectant mothers find that their desire for sex fluctuates during certain stages in the pregnancy. Also, many women find that sex becomes uncomfortable as their bodies get larger.

You need to communicate with your partner about your sexual relationship and try to understand that it is hard for a man to deal with the changes in you realationship. It may help to talk about other ways to satisfy both your needs for intimacy, such as kissing, caressing, and holding each other etc.

You also may need to experiment with other positions for sex to find those that are the most comfortable. Many women find that they lose their desire and motivation for sex late in the pregnancy - not only because of their size but also because they're preoccupied with the impending delivery and the excitement of becoming a new parent.