IS SEX DURING PREGNANCY SAFE ?

Can pregnancy and sex go hand in hand? Sex positions: A pregnant woman is very fragile; therefore, sex during pregnancy is something that has to be handled with great care. Dr. Bhonsle elucidates, "the woman on top is always a safe position. The man on top is not recommended as its might hurt the woman's belly. The spoon position is also advised in this period. The most important thing is that the man should respect his partner's body which is going through phenomenal changes and take special care of her". Apart from these reccomendations, Dr Bhonsle strongly advices, "staying away from oral sex (cunnilingus) as it may be harmful for the woman. There is a fear of air been blown in the vagina." As a general rule, a good position for sex during pregnancy is one where: Both partners are physically comfortable. The position should allow for the kind of sex and physical contact you want to have. Both partners must avoid putting pressure on a woman's uterus, or a partner's full weight on the pregnant belly. There are many positions that are more comfortable. Few of them are: Woman on top Spooning (Man behind woman, rear entry) Hands and Knees Sexual practices during pregnancy will depend on: Your previous beliefs about sex Physical aspects of your pregnancy Emotional aspects of your pregnancy Or more bluntly put, whatever works! When not to have sex and/or orgasms during pregnancy: Your practitioner has advised against it You have a history of premature birth or labor Placenta previa (where part of the placenta is covering the cervix) Your water has broken You are currently experiencing bleeding You or your partner is affected by STD