Arousal during pregnancy. Clitoral orgasm, masturbation and pregnancy: is it possible for pregnant women to get excited and have fun

First, let's remember what happens in a woman's body during intercourse. Stimulation of erogenous zones during foreplay activates numerous receptors (nerve endings), the signals from which are sent to the spinal cord. Excitation of the vasodilating nerves going to the vessels of the external and internal genital organs of a woman causes their blood supply. The overflow of blood vessels of the female genital organs causes the release of a special secret through the vaginal mucosa, which moisturizes the woman's genital tract and facilitates the friction (movement) of the penis during intercourse. With sexual arousal, oxytocin, a hormone that stimulates uterine contractions, is released into the blood of a woman; the same effect is exerted by prostaglandin, a hormone contained in the partner's seminal fluid. The state of orgasm is formed as a result of reflex contractions of the internal or external genital organs. During orgasm, the uterus deviates backwards, rhythmic contractions of its muscles and muscles of the anterior third of the vagina occur, the vaginal glands secrete light transparent mucus.

If in the first 6 months of pregnancy, orgasm is accompanied by fixed contractions of the muscles of the vagina, then in the last trimester, contractions of the muscles of the vagina are often not felt due to radical changes in this organ. However, the contractile activity of the uterus is also observed during pregnancy, and in the last trimester, contractions can be more frequent and stronger. The uterus of a pregnant woman in the orgasm phase may show increased contractility, that is, contractions after intercourse can last longer than usual - up to half an hour. The stage of orgasm is replaced by the stage of refractoriness, during which no stimulation can lead to excitation (there is a decline in sexual excitability). In the discharge phase, the outflow of a large amount of excess blood in a pregnant woman is delayed, inhibiting the decline in sexual tension. Her sensual sensations during sexual intercourse, as practice confirms, are aggravated to the limit.

I must say that during the entire pregnancy, the nervous system of the genital organs is in a state of increased excitability, that is, even a slight physical impact on the uterus, abdomen or lower back of a pregnant woman can lead to the development of uterine contractions.

In addition to changes in the sexual sphere, there are also changes in other organs and systems. So, for example, cardiac activity accelerates from 70-80 to 110-120 beats per minute. Breathing also becomes deeper and more frequent, increasing from 16-18 to 40 breaths per minute.

During sexual intercourse, an increase in muscle tone, especially the muscles of the limbs, was registered. In some cases, this can lead to spasms and prolonged convulsions.

Sex during pregnancy - harmful or beneficial?

Knowing all these features of sexual intercourse, one might think that pregnancy and sex are incompatible, because the increased excitability of the uterus, its contraction during orgasm can lead to a threat of abortion, an increase in heart rate can provoke an increase in blood pressure. The changes that occur in the muscles, along with the changes that occur in the body during the period of bearing a baby, can cause the appearance or increase in seizures. But everything is not so scary, and if the pregnancy is going well, there is a mutual desire, then sex is quite acceptable and allowed. In addition, if everyone knows about the threat of termination of pregnancy in connection with orgasm, then information about the threat of termination of pregnancy associated with prolonged abstinence, especially when there is a strong desire, is not so common. So, sexual tension that develops with prolonged abstinence leads to the formation in the body of a woman of prostaglandins - special biological substances that increase the tone of the uterus (in modern obstetrics, prostaglandins are administered to a woman to stimulate childbirth and abortion). So abstinence "by gritting your teeth" also does not benefit either the mother or her unborn child.

Therefore, the question of whether or not it is necessary to have sex during pregnancy can be answered as follows: if a woman really wants to, sexual intercourse can take place, but if she does not have such a desire, sexual life should be limited even with a normal pregnancy. Sexual desire can fade or increase, largely subject to fluctuations in hormones. The sexual behavior of a pregnant woman is largely determined by her initial sexual activity, the characteristics of her sexual life, the behavior of her sexual partner, and the physiology of pregnancy.

At the very beginning of pregnancy, interest in sex decreases. This is quite natural, since in a woman's body there is a restructuring of the work of the most important systems - the endocrine and nervous. Smells, sounds are perceived more sharply than before, and those aromas that previously excited can cause negative emotions. A woman becomes more emotional, vulnerable, irritable, often inadequately reacts to rather banal everyday situations. The well-being of the expectant mother is also influenced by the manifestations of toxicosis at the beginning of pregnancy - nausea and vomiting. Already in the first trimester of pregnancy, the mammary glands undergo significant changes, the size of the mammary glands may increase, they become painful, extremely sensitive to touch. As you know, the breast, nipple, areola are especially sensitive erogenous zones in many women1. And at the beginning of pregnancy, even touching the breast often becomes painful. In addition, attacks of dizziness torment, sometimes fainting, often in the first weeks of pregnancy a woman is in a sleepy, lethargic and tearful state. All these symptoms are due to the action of progestins - hormones produced in large quantities during pregnancy, especially in the first trimester. In this state, a woman needs more care, sympathy from her partner than passionate sex.

In the second trimester, the expectant mother both physiologically and emotionally adapted to pregnancy, there are no serious fluctuations in the hormonal background. The state of health improves significantly, the phenomena of toxicosis, as a rule, disappear. In addition, fetal movements, which are felt after the 18-20th week of pregnancy, regularly tell the woman that everything is in order with the baby. A protruding tummy is already visible in a pregnant woman, it is still quite small and does not interfere with the expectant mother. Already from the beginning of pregnancy, the blood supply to the vagina and uterus increases dramatically. And as you know, the onset and completeness of orgasm partly depend on the flow of blood to the genitals. Expectant mothers undergo changes in the vascular system, and the blood supply to the uterus becomes more intense, turning it into a kind of "depot" of blood. This determines the fact that many women experience orgasm for the first time during pregnancy. All this leads to the fact that in many expectant mothers in the second trimester of pregnancy, sexual desire increases significantly.

The changes that occurred in the second trimester may continue into the third, when the libido is still quite high. But if the grown tummy causes inconvenience to the expectant mother, pain occurs during sex, and fear of the upcoming birth plays the main role in your emotions, then some decline in sexual desire is quite likely.

But it cannot be said that the above changes are a regularity. So, there are women who during the whole pregnancy experience an increase in sexual desire, others, on the contrary, its decline.

Sex during pregnancy - is it possible or not?

In addition to desire, the intimate life of a pregnant woman is regulated by the medical aspects of the course of pregnancy. So, sexual intercourse is contraindicated in the following cases:

• if there is a threat of abortion, that is, the tone of the muscles of the uterus is increased, sexual intercourse can cause premature birth; spotting from the genital tract is also a contraindication for sexual intercourse;
• with placenta previa, when the placenta closes the exit from the uterus, sexual intercourse can provoke placental abruption, bleeding;
• if there are doubts about the integrity of the fetal bladder: if there is a discharge that looks like water (clear, colorless liquid), you should consult a doctor. In this case, there is a high probability of infection of the membranes and the fetus, since one of the functions of the membranes is to protect the fetus from infection;
• for any sexually transmitted infections, one of the partners should not have sex during pregnancy.

It should also be borne in mind the so-called critical periods during pregnancy - this is the time when exposure to the fetus can lead to serious consequences. These periods include:

• The period of implantation, when the egg is attached to the wall of the uterus. Once in the uterine cavity, the embryo does not immediately penetrate into the uterine mucosa, but for another two days it is in a free state. These two days from the moment the fertilized egg enters the uterine cavity to its attachment to the uterine wall constitute the implantation period. The fact is that this process occurs sparingly before the delay of menstruation, when the partners do not yet know about the pregnancy. However, if pregnancy is desired, then after several sexual intercourses with an interval of two days, falling at the time of the expected ovulation, you can limit sexual contacts.
• The period of organogenesis and placentation, which lasts from the moment the fetal egg is introduced into the uterine mucosa until 10-12 weeks of pregnancy. During this period, all organs and tissues of the fetus, as well as the placenta, are formed.

At 7-8 weeks of pregnancy, the ovaries transfer the function of hormonal support for pregnancy to the chorion (future placenta), and if the chorion is not sufficiently developed, not active, then there is a threat of termination of pregnancy. Very often, a miscarriage, an undeveloped pregnancy or a threat of miscarriage (bloody discharge from the genital tract, pain in the lower abdomen and lower back) appears precisely at this time.

We can say that the entire first trimester is a “fragile” time of pregnancy, when the body adapts to a new state. As we have said, during this period, women often experience a weakening of sexual desire. We can say that this is a kind of natural protective reaction of the body, protecting the developing fetus.

In the second and third trimesters of pregnancy, there are also periods when the hormonal background changes, in particular, the amount of male sex hormones increases. So. at 13 weeks of gestation, the male fetus begins to produce its own testosterone - the male sex hormone, at 20-24 weeks the production of cortisol and male sex hormones by the adrenal cortex of the fetus begins, at 28 weeks the fetal pituitary gland begins to synthesize a hormone that stimulates the adrenal glands - adrenocorticotropic hormone, at resulting in increased production of male sex hormones. During these periods, women with an initially elevated level of male sex hormones who are receiving treatment for this should be especially careful. In the last issue of the magazine in this section it was said that sexual desire, sexuality largely depends on the level of male sex hormones, so during these periods the desire for intimate contacts may increase.

So, one of the most beautiful periods of a woman's life - the period of waiting for a baby - can also give you an unforgettable experience from intimate communication, but do not forget that sometimes desires have to be subordinated to reason in the name of preserving your health and the health of your baby.

What is uterine tone?

The tone of the uterus is a characteristic of the state of the uterine muscles, which describes the degree of its tension and is measured in millimeters of mercury.

There are the following options for the state of the uterine muscles:

The uterus is hypotonic - this is a pathological condition of the uterus, in which its muscles are excessively relaxed, it is a complication of the early postpartum period, the cause of hypotonic uterine bleeding.
- The uterus in normotonus is a physiological state of both the pregnant and non-pregnant uterus, in which the muscles are at rest.
- The uterus in increased tone - a state of tension of the uterine muscles, which can be either permanent or temporary (contractions during childbirth). An increase in the tone of the uterus can be either in one specific place (local), or it can capture all parts of the uterus (total).
- Hypertonicity of the uterus - an anomaly of labor activity, in which the number of contractions in 10 minutes is more than four, i.e. this pathology occurs only in childbirth.

It should be noted that the expression "uterine hypertonicity", which is mistakenly used by some specialists and their patients, implying an increase in uterine tone during pregnancy, is incorrect, because. this term describes one of the types of anomalies of labor activity.

Causes of increased uterine tone

Increased uterine tone is very often observed in early or late pregnancy. There are many factors that cause tension in the muscles of the uterus during pregnancy. Usually these are various irritations that can cause tension in the muscular organ: sexual arousal, any physical activity, stress, nervous tension, etc. This phenomenon cannot be neglected, since the high tone of the uterus can be very dangerous.

When a pregnant woman first has uterine hypertonicity, she just needs to tell the doctor about this so that he sends her for an ultrasound diagnosis. In the absence of any pathologies during the diagnosis, a closed cervix of the uterus, a cervix over 3 cm long and a fetal heartbeat should be visible.

These indicators show that the appearance of increased uterine tone is not dangerous either for the pregnant woman or for the fetus. If during ultrasound diagnostics, the opening of the cervix of the uterus at a distance of more than 5 mm, a small uterus (length from 2.5 to 3 cm), this indicates a serious risk of miscarriage in the first trimester.

How to remove the tone of the uterus at home?

The uterus can contract not only under the influence of the factors described above, but also with the contraction of the bladder or intestines. The contraction of the bladder occurs as a result of its filling, and the intestines - at the moment food enters it. If a woman has no complications during ultrasound diagnostics, then spasms usually pass quickly and do not cause severe pain.

If uterine spasms cause unpleasant pain and are accompanied by any pathologies, then medical assistance may be required to relieve the tone of the uterus, so you should consult a doctor. If there are cramps in the lower abdomen, you should try to remove them yourself. To do this, you need to relax - sit down or lie down, stroking your stomach and talking to your future baby.

If possible, to relieve the tone of the uterus, you can try to take a relaxing warm bath. When taking a bath, it is not recommended to add various aromatic substances, because they can cause uterine tone or increase it. It is impossible to take a bath to relieve the tone of the uterus for women who do not have any pathologies, namely, discharge from the genital tract.

The main causes of increased uterine tone

The basis of the tone of the muscles of the uterus is the activity of the endocrine system, namely the synthesis of the hormone progesterone. This hormone is synthesized very actively in the first 2.5 months of pregnancy, later its synthesis declines. The hormone progesterone helps to reduce the tone of the uterus, as well as reduce intestinal tone.

This is the reason why women often experience constipation during pregnancy. Lack of progesterone production can lead to increased uterine muscle tone. The lack of progesterone is due to several reasons. First, underdeveloped organs of the reproductive system. An underdeveloped uterus cannot withstand the heavy load that affects it, and, as a result, it shrinks.

Secondly, the increased content of male hormones in the female body. They are produced by the adrenal glands. A woman can find out about this even before pregnancy by the following signs: menstrual irregularities, increased hairline, deterioration of the skin before menstruation, etc. Thirdly, the increased content of the hormone prolactin in the blood.

It manifests itself in the release of milk from the nipples and menstrual irregularities before pregnancy. Cause the tone of the uterus can not only lack of progesterone, but also various diseases suffered before pregnancy. These include: growth of the inner lining of the uterus, called endometriosis; inflammatory diseases of the uterus and its appendages.

The tone of the uterus during pregnancy can be identified independently by the following signs: heaviness and discomfort in the lower abdomen. Pain in the lower abdomen with increased tone of the uterine muscles is very similar to pain during menstruation. For diagnosis, in addition to ultrasound diagnostics, palpation can be used.

During probing of the abdomen with an increased tone of the muscles of the uterus, the abdomen will feel the firmness of the abdomen, which should normally be soft. To diagnose the tone of the uterus, you can use one of the most modern methods - tonusometry (measurement of the tone of the uterus using a special device).

Having learned about the tone of the uterus, it is extremely important for a pregnant woman to try to calm down and avoid unnecessary worries. Very often, when detecting the tone of the uterus, a pregnant woman is prescribed sedatives and advised to observe bed rest. Often, the tone of the uterus is treated in the hospital under the strict supervision of specialists, because there may be a risk of miscarriage.

Treatment of increased uterine tone

If the cause of uterine tone is any pathology, then it is necessary to start with its treatment. If the reason is insufficient synthesis of the hormone progesterone, then pregnant women are prescribed drugs Utrozhestan or Dufaston. Often, with uterine muscle tone, antispasmodic drugs are prescribed, such as Papaverine, No-Shpa, bromine infusion, valerian, vitamins E and C. Before you start taking any of these drugs, you should consult a doctor to avoid negative consequences.

A very good tool to cope with increased muscle tone is Magne B6. This drug allows you to restore the lack of vitamin B6 in the body. Magne B6 contains a large amount of magnesium, which reduces muscle tension. Vitamin B6, which is part of this drug, has a calming effect on the nervous system, which is simply necessary for pregnant women suffering from uterine hypertonicity.

To avoid spontaneous abortion in the early stages and premature birth in the late, increased uterine tone must be reduced. Most often, with the threat of termination of pregnancy, a pregnant woman is recommended to go to the hospital and undergo treatment. With an increased tone of the uterus, the supply of oxygen and nutrition to the fetus worsens, so treatment is necessary. To reduce uterine activity, special drugs called tocolytics are used. These are drugs belonging to different pharmacological groups, having a different mechanism of action, but one effect: they reduce increased uterine activity.

To remove the increased tone of the uterus helps:

Ginipral, partusisten, salbutamol, terbutaline. Currently, the most effective safe drug from this group is ginipral. In emergency cases, it is prescribed in the form of droppers, after which they switch to a tablet form.

Magnesium sulphate/magnesium sulphate, intravenous solution only, currently only used to reduce uterine hypertonia when other drugs are contraindicated for one reason or another

Drotaverine (no-shpa, spazmonet) 1-2 tablets. 3 times a day (120-240 mg of drotaverine). The appointment of the drug during pregnancy and lactation is not contraindicated. Prescribed with caution during pregnancy (I trimester) and lactation

Among other things, a pregnant woman who has an increased tone of the uterus is not recommended to have sex. This is due to the fact that the muscles of the uterus are strongly contracted during orgasm, which can cause a miscarriage.

To avoid problems associated with increased uterine tone, it is necessary to observe its prevention. To do this, a pregnant woman should avoid overwork, stress, nervous strain, and should also master some yoga techniques necessary for relaxation. Also, for the prevention of hypertension, you should go to an appointment with an endocrinologist, a gynecologist, and preferably a neuropathologist.

Muscle hypertonicity is a dangerous phenomenon, it can lead to serious consequences. Increased uterine tone in the early stages of pregnancy is the cause of fetal death, cessation of its further development and termination of pregnancy. In addition, it can lead to poor blood supply to the placenta and oxygen starvation.

In order to avoid problems, how to remove the tone of the uterus in the early stages of pregnancy, you must follow all the recommendations of gynecologists, take care of yourself and observe the prevention of muscle hypertonicity.

Pregnancy is a truly fabulous time in the life of any woman. In the body of the expectant mother every day there are some changes, along with them the outlook on many things changes, including sex. Some develop a strong sexual desire, while others develop the opposite (as a result of which couples refuse the pleasure of intimacy for a long time). But in fact, there are no physiological barriers, the problem is only in the moral mood. If a woman thinks all the time: “Is sexual intercourse dangerous for a baby, what if something happens?” or “Is it possible to experience an orgasm, but will uterine contractions lead to a miscarriage?” - it is logical that the couple will not receive any pleasure. Often these same thoughts interfere with the future dad, and in many cases it is the men who refuse to have sex, while the woman herself does not even mind getting an orgasm.

Questions and disputes about whether an orgasm during pregnancy is harmful or useful, given that sexual arousal activates numerous nerve endings and most favorably affects the life of the whole organism, have not subsided for many years. But today, all practicing doctors and scientists unanimously argue that sex during pregnancy is not dangerous, but rather useful (if there are no complications and pathologies). And what is most interesting: it becomes brighter and more productive.

Features of orgasm and sexual desire during pregnancy

Throughout pregnancy, the nerve endings in the female genital area are in a state of increased excitability, so even a slight physical impact on the uterus and gentle touches on the lower abdomen can provoke a spontaneous orgasm.

Most women have an unbridled desire to constantly feel caresses and gentle touches, and this is an absolutely normal phenomenon, which doctors explain by increased blood flow to the pelvic area, an increase in the size of the uterus, clitoris. Sex during pregnancy becomes more vivid and productive, many expectant mothers experience a real, first jet orgasm only during this period. Increased libido is also explained by very serious hormonal changes, which makes it possible to experience a powerful orgasm numerous times during vaginal sex.

Many expectant mothers, having learned about their situation, try to avoid intimacy, fearing to harm the child. There is an opinion that if a woman experiences an orgasm during pregnancy, this can provoke a miscarriage or premature birth. Sometimes the reason for the termination of intimate relationships is the theory that the child inside the womb experiences discomfort and fear during the sexual intercourse of the parents. Is there any truth in these statements and is an orgasm during pregnancy really dangerous?

The connection of orgasm with the conception and bearing of a child is shrouded in many speculations and myths. In addition to the assumptions already listed above, inexperienced girls sometimes have a question: is it possible to get pregnant without an orgasm? It can be answered unequivocally: a woman's sexual discharge does not affect the likelihood of conception.

As for the process of bearing a child, the reaction of the female body to pregnancy is always individual. This applies not only to the well-being of the expectant mother, but also to her sexual needs and opportunities during this period.

It is quite natural to reduce sexual desire. Often it is caused by psychological causes and increased fatigue due to the adaptation of the body to a new position.

In some women, on the contrary, desire intensifies. This is due to an increase in blood flow to the uterus and genitals. As a result of these changes, the vagina and clitoris become more sensitive, and even if a woman refuses to have sex, she may experience an orgasm in her sleep during pregnancy.

This phenomenon is uncontrollable and often occurs with prolonged abstinence. Orgasm in a dream during pregnancy is a variant of the norm and should not be feared. If, after waking up after this, a woman feels tension and hardening of the abdomen (signs of increased uterine tone), then you just need to take a comfortable position and relax. Unpleasant symptoms should soon disappear.

However, the libido does not always undergo any changes. The expectant mother can also afford to continue to live a normal sex life and enjoy it. But in this delicate matter, it is still necessary to take into account the anamnesis and possible medical contraindications.

What is useful or dangerous orgasm during pregnancy?

For a healthy woman with a normal pregnancy, gynecologists, as a rule, do not give any recommendations on limiting sexual activity. The myths that sex and orgasm can harm a child are not justified in this situation.

Do not be afraid that the baby will feel discomfort. Inside the uterus, it is reliably protected by its walls, fetal membranes and amniotic fluid. In addition, the cervix during this period closes tightly and lengthens, excluding the penetration of seminal fluid from the vagina.

It happens that future mothers, starting from the middle of pregnancy, after having sex, notice more active movements of the baby. This is a consequence of improved blood flow to the uterus, and not a sign of the child's dissatisfaction with what is happening.

With good health and desire, pregnancy is a great time for love. Some women note that it was during this period that they experienced the greatest satisfaction from sex, and, as you know, expectant mothers need positive emotions. But pleasure is not the only positive aspect of regular intimacy.

Benefit

Among the beneficial effects of orgasm for a pregnant woman are the following:

1. Beneficial effect on the nervous system. Sexual satisfaction plays a significant role in the life of any person. Women who can realize their desires and continue to feel attractive to their husband are less prone to depression, easier to endure childbirth and the postpartum period.
2. General relaxation and removal of uterine tone. After orgasm, relaxation occurs, which extends to the muscles of the uterus. But it must be borne in mind that with the threat of miscarriage and premature birth, this method is not effective and can be harmful.
3. Positive effect on fetal development. Excitation promotes active blood flow to the uterus. As a result, the baby's supply of oxygen and nutrients improves.
4. Training the cervix before the upcoming birth. During sex and orgasm, the uterus and cervix experience slight contractions. In the absence of a threat of termination of pregnancy, this is not only harmless, but even useful. Thus, the organs are preparing for the upcoming birth of the child, due to which the risk of prolonged labor and weak labor is reduced.
5. Stimulation of fights. If the expected due date has already passed, and the baby is in no hurry to be born, obstetricians recommend sex and orgasm in late pregnancy as a harmless and effective means to stimulate the birth process.

Despite the many advantages of an active sexual life, if you feel a feeling of petrification of the uterus and pain in the abdomen after intimacy, you must refrain from it and inform your doctor about changes in your well-being. You should also alert spotting after an orgasm during pregnancy.

Possible harm

The potential harm of orgasm and sex for a pregnant woman and her unborn child lies in the possibility of provoking fetal rejection. Increased blood flow to the genitals and uterus, in the presence of spotting or increased tone, can cause a miscarriage.

If a woman is diagnosed with ICI () - a pathology characteristic of the second and third trimesters, in which the cervix shortens and opens ahead of time, any sexual activity can aggravate the condition. Orgasm, like sexual intercourse without it, in this case is able to accelerate disclosure and cause abortion.

Another risk factor is the low location of the placenta. At the same time, all types of sex, as well as masturbation, can provoke placental abruption and bleeding, which endangers the life of the mother and child.

If there is a risk of premature birth, early miscarriage, or other complications, doctors recommend that the woman has sexual rest. Thus, whether an orgasm during pregnancy is harmful is decided on an individual basis and depends on the existing features.

Contraindications and warnings

Given the possibility of a negative impact on pregnancy, orgasm and sexual intimacy during this period have a number of contraindications. These include the following conditions and factors:

• a history of several spontaneous abortions;
• placenta previa;
• uterine hypertonicity;
• spotting from the genital tract at any stage of pregnancy;
• leakage of amniotic fluid.

Also, sexual activity is not recommended when carrying two or more fetuses. If one of the partners has sexually transmitted infections, you should abandon those methods of obtaining an orgasm that expose the second partner to the risk of infection (any type of unprotected sex - vaginal, anal, oral).

But, even if you have no contraindications, you should take precautions. Pregnant women should avoid "rough" sex with deep or hard penetration. This can unnecessarily stimulate the cervix. Special delicacy is needed in the first trimester, when a miscarriage is most likely.

Undesirable sex and orgasm at 36-40 weeks of pregnancy. When a woman is sexually aroused, a hormone, oxytocin, is produced in the blood, which stimulates uterine contractions. Together with the mechanical effect on the cervix during intercourse, this can cause contractions and provoke premature birth.

Caution is also necessary when trying to diversify your sex life with the help of special toys. It is acceptable to use clitoral stimulators that allow you to experience a clitoral orgasm during pregnancy. But it is better to refuse sex toys (dildos, vibrators) placed in the vagina.

When obtaining sexual satisfaction in any way, it is important to remember about intimate hygiene.

Before intimacy, you need to take a shower and avoid touching the genitals with unwashed hands and any objects not intended for this. Failure to comply with these rules can lead to a violation of the vaginal microflora and the appearance of an inflammatory process.

There is no consensus on the permissibility of anal sex during pregnancy, but most doctors still do not recommend it. During the period of bearing a child, the rectum has a large load, due to which its walls become more vulnerable. Anal sex can provoke rectal bleeding and inflammation of hemorrhoids if a woman has previously suffered from hemorrhoids.

Oral sex during pregnancy is not prohibited, but the threat is the possibility of infection with the herpes simplex virus, which most people have. If a partner has herpetic eruptions on his face, the chance of transmitting the disease to a woman is high. Due to the natural weakening of immunity during pregnancy, if the virus enters the genitals, there is a significant risk of its transformation into the genital form.

Despite the seeming frivolity of this problem, herpes is dangerous for the health of the unborn child. It can be transmitted to the fetus during pregnancy, causing malformations, polyhydramnios and other complications. This occurs mainly during the initial infection, but during such a period, caution will not be excessive.

Summing up, we can say that sex and orgasm in early pregnancy and in the future are acceptable in the absence of medical contraindications. With good health, regular intimate life has a beneficial effect on the nervous system and mood of the expectant mother, and also allows the uterus to prepare for the upcoming birth.

Of course, getting sexual satisfaction should not be harmful to health. Sexual intercourse, taking place in a position convenient for a woman, is the best way to achieve orgasm during pregnancy.

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