Table of contents:
- Myth 1: Sex during pregnancy can lead to miscarriage
- Myth 2: Deep penetration can harm the fetus
- Myth 3: Pregnancy decreases sexual desire
- Myth 4: Orgasms can lead to preterm labor
- Myth 5: Don't have oral sex while pregnant
Pregnancy is not a barrier for you and your partner to keep having sex. Sex during pregnancy can still be done, really. Even so, many pregnant women and husbands doubt this. Most people still believe the false myths about sexual intercourse during pregnancy. So that many pregnant women choose to hold back this sexual desire. The following will review the facts behind the myth of sex during pregnancy, which is still believed by many pregnant women.
Myth 1: Sex during pregnancy can lead to miscarriage
Fact:Sex during pregnancy will not cause a miscarriage. Even during the first trimester, when the risk of miscarriage is higher, you can still have sex with your husband as often as possible.
However, be careful if you have bleeding, have placenta previa, or have a history of preterm labor. We recommend that you first consult your obstetrician before having sex during pregnancy.
Myth 2: Deep penetration can harm the fetus
Fact: The human penis is not long or large enough to reach the placenta. In addition, there is a lot of protection between the fetus and your vagina, including the cervix, amniotic sac, and uterus that will prevent the penis from disturbing the fetus.
The cervix is closed and sealed with thick mucus to protect the baby. In the womb, the baby also hangs from the amniotic sac, which is designed to keep it safe and comfortable. Even in the 3rd trimester of pregnancy, when the cervix allows it to dilate (dilate), sexual penetration is safe for the same reasons.
Myth 3: Pregnancy decreases sexual desire
Fact:Pregnant mother's sexual desire varies from time to time, so it cannot be generalized that pregnancy can reduce sexual desire. It's okay if you still feel passionate during pregnancy.
During the first trimester, many women feel nauseous, tired, and not mood . These conditions sometimes make women do not want to have intimate relations with their partners.
While the second trimester can be said to be the right time to have sex during pregnancy. The reason is, the symptoms morning sickness (nausea and vomiting) generally goes away. That's why the sexual arousal of pregnant women usually increases in the second trimester, so that sex will be more enjoyable and satisfying for pregnant women.
In the final trimester, some pregnant women feel discouraged. This may be due to weight gain, back pain, and fatigue. However, once again this can vary from person to person.
Myth 4: Orgasms can lead to preterm labor
Fact: The chances of an orgasm leading to preterm labor are extremely unlikely and rare. When you orgasm, your body releases the hormone oxytocin, which causes the uterus to contract, so it's common for a woman to experience cramps after reaching climax.
These contractions last approximately 1-2 hours, and this does not mean a contracted delivery. However, at 38 weeks of gestation, orgasm can indeed trigger labor if these contractions last long enough.
Myth 5: Don't have oral sex while pregnant
Fact:This myth is not completely true. In fact, as long as your partner does not blow air into your genital area, doing oral sex while pregnant is okay and can be said to be safe.
Blowing air into the vagina can cause air embolism, which are air bubbles that enter the bloodstream and block blood vessels. Although this is very rare, the risk of air embolism is higher in pregnant women because the blood vessels in the pelvis are dilated. However, as long as you don't do it, feel free to do oral sex while pregnant.
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