There is an assumption that having sex during pregnancy should not be done because it can trigger a miscarriage. In fact, a survey conducted by Alodokter on 830 pregnant women showed that 71% of women in Indonesia had sex while pregnant. However, having sex during pregnancy also has its rules.
Of the 830 pregnant women who took part in a survey in Alodokter, there were around 71% who stated that they remained intimate during pregnancy. While the remaining 29% did not have sex.
Besides being beneficial for health, sexual relations can also strengthen the emotional bond between husband and wife. During orgasm, the body will release the hormone oxytocin or commonly known as the love hormone, which has a positive impact on the mother and the fetus it contains. Orgasms can also strengthen the pelvic muscles (pelvis) and help the body in dealing with postpartum depression (postpartum depression).
However, hormonal changes, nausea, and fatigue due to pregnancy can make sex drive decrease. Back pain and changes in body shape also make sex positions more difficult and tend to be uncomfortable to do. In addition, many couples are worried that having sex during pregnancy can injure the fetus.
For those of you whose passion remains lit during pregnancy, having sex with a partner is legal. Check out the safety and sundries about having sex during pregnancy below.
Sex Security swhile pregnant
Having sex while pregnant is safe for the mother and fetus, as long as the pregnancy is normal. A normal pregnancy means that you do not experience abnormalities or problems that endanger the safety of you and the fetus.
You can also still do various sex positions like before pregnancy. However, as your pregnancy progresses, you may need to experiment with certain sex positions to match your changing body shape. But if you are not sure, consult your pregnancy with your obstetrician or midwife.
Impact of Sexual Relations saat pregnant
Fear of miscarriage is a concern for many couples not to have sex during pregnancy. In fact, most cases of miscarriage occur because the fetus is not developing normally, not because of penetration during sexual intercourse.
Orgasms and prostaglandins contained in male semen can indeed trigger uterine contractions. But, you dont have to worry. Various studies prove that it does not cause premature birth. Another study also states that sexual intercourse close to the due date has not been proven to trigger labor.
Sex will not hurt the baby. The baby is protected by the amniotic sac and water, as well as the muscles of the uterine wall. In addition, the thick mucus that covers the cervix helps protect the fetus from infection. During sexual intercourse, the penis only enters the vagina and does not reach the cervix. Therefore, your baby stays safe and protected.
When Preferably Sexual Relations snot pregnant Ddo?
It is safe to have sex while pregnant, unless your obstetrician or midwife states that there are abnormalities or problems with your pregnancy. There are several conditions in which sexual penetration should not be carried out, including if there are:
- History of miscarriage.
- History of premature birth.
- Premature rupture of membranes.
- Sexually transmitted disease.
- Bleeding or red spots.
- Weakness in the cervix (cervix).
- Placenta previa.
Oral sex is safe. But make sure you and your partner are free from sexually transmitted diseases. When having oral sex, tell your partner not to blow your vagina. Although rare, blowing air into the vagina has the risk of causing air embolism which can block blood flow. This condition will endanger the mother and fetus.
Also avoid having anal sex. Anal sex followed by vaginal penetration can cause the transfer of bacteria from the anus to the vagina, which in turn will lead to infection. This condition is certainly dangerous for the fetus.
Tips for having sex while pregnant
When the gestational age is more than 20 weeks, the size of the uterus will get bigger and start to affect the size of your stomach as well. If you want to have sex during pregnancy, you can try some safe sex positions during pregnancy.
Pain that is felt when having sex during pregnancy may be caused by changes in the position of the pelvic bones and muscles that become increasingly sensitive. If this happens, change to a more comfortable position, especially one where you can control penetration.
To ensure safety during sex, you can use a condom. Wearing a condom can prevent sexually transmitted diseases that can infect the mother and fetus. Avoid all kinds of sexual contact if you or your partner is diagnosed with a sexually transmitted disease.
If bleeding occurs, do not panic. During pregnancy, the cervix does become more sensitive so this is very likely to happen. Even so, even if the bleeding is a little, you are advised to still check with your obstetrician, to make sure that the bleeding is not the result of a serious problem.
So you don't have to be afraid anymore. Having sex while pregnant is still safe to do, as long as you follow the various tips described above.
