Orgasm during pregnancy

During pregnancy, a woman's body is completely rebuilt, she begins to perceive many things in a new way, including sex.

Pregnancy causes strong hormonal changes, which can provoke a stronger sexual desire, or can completely reduce a woman's libido. In medicine, increased excitability of pregnant women is considered a completely natural process, since a woman's uterus and clitoris begin to enlarge, and blood circulation in the pelvis increases. Many women notice that orgasm during pregnancy is stronger and brighter, and a certain percentage of women experience such sensations for the first time in their lives.

Gynecologists do not prohibit sex for pregnant women if the process of bearing a child is normal and without complications, but many women are afraid that this can harm the future baby and they consciously deny themselves pleasure. Some women believe that such sensations can disrupt the development of the fetus, affect its growth, etc., but experts assure that this opinion is a complete misconception. An orgasm that a woman experiences while pregnant is beneficial not only to herself, but also to the child inside her (provided that the sex is not too rough).

Experts assure that an orgasm during pregnancy is primarily beneficial for the fetus, since during this, blood circulation in the uterus increases, which improves blood circulation in the placenta, and this in turn allows the child to receive more nutrients and oxygen. In addition, endorphins produced by the body during an orgasm have a positive effect on both the expectant mother and her child. Also, contractions of the uterus are a kind of training before labor.

Orgasm is contraindicated for pregnant women if there is a risk of miscarriage, so in such a situation doctors recommend being extremely careful and deciding whether to continue sexual activity or temporarily abstain from sex together with your gynecologist. You should not have sex two to three weeks before the estimated date of birth, since in this case an orgasm can provoke contractions. In the event that the expected date of birth has passed, and the baby does not show any desire to be born, an orgasm can help the body begin labor and doctors sometimes recommend an active sexual life to a woman.

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Is orgasm dangerous during pregnancy?

An orgasm during pregnancy can be dangerous only if there is a risk of miscarriage or premature birth, as well as in some other cases. If the pregnancy is normal, without any complications, then an orgasm is not able to provoke the rejection of the fetus or the birth process. In the last weeks, when the uterus and the child are fully mature, the risk of developing labor ahead of schedule increases, so during this period the woman is recommended to observe complete sexual rest if possible.

Doctors recommend abstaining from sexual relations if:

• there is a risk of spontaneous abortion;
• the woman has previously had miscarriages or premature births;
• placenta previa or low-lying placenta;
• the woman is pregnant with more than one child;
• sexually transmitted infections.

The baby itself does not feel anything in the womb, as it is protected by the mucus plug, the thick wall of the uterus and the amniotic fluid. Even if after orgasm you feel that the baby has become more active inside you, this does not mean that it is experiencing discomfort and “knows” about what happened. The excitement and pleasure that a pregnant woman experiences are beneficial to the future baby, as the supply of nutrients and oxygen to it increases, and this may be associated with its increased activity.

During a normal pregnancy, sex can be done in positions that are comfortable for the expectant mother, and also taking into account the period. At later stages, it is worth excluding pressure on the abdomen, and also avoiding intense and deep penetration.

Clitoral orgasm during pregnancy

In essence, the clitoral orgasm is much brighter and stronger than the vaginal one, so it can pose more of a threat during pregnancy, but only if the pregnant woman has medical contraindications to having sex. The pleasant emotions that a woman also receives during a clitoral orgasm have a positive effect on the future child, so you should not limit your own desires.

Sexual energy must find an outlet, this also applies to women who are pregnant. If for some reason a woman does not receive sexual pleasure, erotic dreams may appear that will end in a clitoral orgasm, regardless of the woman's desire. Also, lack of satisfaction can cause painful sensations in the lower abdomen, which contributes to uterine tone (tension of the uterus).

In some cases, an orgasm during pregnancy, especially clitoral, leads to a feeling of a hard stomach. In this case, you need to be extremely careful. A "hard" stomach occurs when the body is preparing for labor, thus the uterus is preparing for the process of pushing the mature child out. In the early stages, a "hard" stomach may indicate a threat of termination of pregnancy, in the later stages - premature birth. In any case, you need to consult with your gynecologist about this condition and undergo the necessary examination.

An orgasm during pregnancy, if there are no contraindications, is useful for a woman's good emotional state, reducing stress and tension. As is known, everything that brings happiness and pleasure to the expectant mother also has a positive effect on the child inside the woman.

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