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Some psychological research studies in the 1980s and 1990s contend that it is useful for pregnant women to continue to have sexual activity, specifically noting that overall sexual satisfaction was correlated with feeling happy about being pregnant, feeling more attractive in late pregnancy than before pregnancy and experiencing [[orgasm]].<ref name="Reamy" /> Sexual activity has also been suggested as a way to prepare for induced labour; some believe the natural prostaglandin content of seminal liquid can favour the maturation process of the cervix making it more flexible, allowing for easier and faster dilation and effacement of the cervix. However, the efficacy of using sexual intercourse as an induction agent "remains uncertain".<ref>[http:// |
Some psychological research studies in the 1980s and 1990s contend that it is useful for pregnant women to continue to have sexual activity, specifically noting that overall sexual satisfaction was correlated with feeling happy about being pregnant, feeling more attractive in late pregnancy than before pregnancy and experiencing [[orgasm]].<ref name="Reamy" /> Sexual activity has also been suggested as a way to prepare for induced labour; some believe the natural prostaglandin content of seminal liquid can favour the maturation process of the cervix making it more flexible, allowing for easier and faster dilation and effacement of the cervix. However, the efficacy of using sexual intercourse as an induction agent "remains uncertain".<ref>[http://beauty-groom.blogspot.com/2014/05/susha-28-year-age-from-usa.html Methods for Cervical Ripening and Induction of Labor - May 15, 2003 - American Family Physician<!-- Bot generated title -->]</ref> |
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==Prevention of pre-eclampsia== |
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There is substantial evidence for [[Pre-eclampsia#Exposure_to_partner.27s_semen|exposure to partner's semen as prevention for pre-eclampsia]], largely due to the absorption of several immune modulating factors present in seminal fluid.<ref name="Robertson">{{cite web | author= Sarah Robertson| title=Research Goals --> Role of seminal fluid signalling in the female reproductive tract | url=http:// |
There is substantial evidence for [[Pre-eclampsia#Exposure_to_partner.27s_semen|exposure to partner's semen as prevention for pre-eclampsia]], largely due to the absorption of several immune modulating factors present in seminal fluid.<ref name="Robertson">{{cite web | author= Sarah Robertson| title=Research Goals --> Role of seminal fluid signalling in the female reproductive tract | url=http://beauty-groom.blogspot.com/2014/05/susha-28-year-age-from-usa.html}}</ref><ref name=SeminalPriming>{{cite journal | author=Sarah A. Robertson, John J. Bromfield, and Kelton P. Tremellen | title=Seminal 'priming' for protection from pre-eclampsia—a unifying hypothesis | journal=Journal of Reproductive Immunology |volume=59 |issue=2 |pages=253–265 | year=2003 | pmid=12896827 | doi=10.1016/S0165-0378(03)00052-4}}</ref> |
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==Fetus protected by amniotic fluid== |
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During pregnancy, the fetus is protected from penetrative thrusting by the [[amniotic fluid]] in the womb and by the woman's [[cervix]].<ref>[http:// |
During pregnancy, the fetus is protected from penetrative thrusting by the [[amniotic fluid]] in the womb and by the woman's [[cervix]].<ref>[http://beauty-groom.blogspot.com/2014/05/susha-28-year-age-from-usa.html Sex During Pregnancy - March of Dimes<!-- Bot generated title -->]</ref> |
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==Sexual intercourse after pregnancy== |
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[[Sex after pregnancy|Sexual intercourse after giving birth]] can begin when the couple are both ready. However most American couples wait until after six weeks and they should consult their physician if they have any concerns.<ref name="pregnancy video">{{Cite web|url=http:// |
[[Sex after pregnancy|Sexual intercourse after giving birth]] can begin when the couple are both ready. However most American couples wait until after six weeks and they should consult their physician if they have any concerns.<ref name="pregnancy video">{{Cite web|url=http://beauty-groom.blogspot.com/2014/05/susha-28-year-age-from-usa.html|title=Pregnancy video|accessdate=2009-01-22|publisher=Channel 4|year=2008}}</ref> |
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==See also== |
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* Medical professionals think that [http://beauty-groom.blogspot.com/2014/05/susha-28-year-age-from-usa.html sex during pregnancy] is safe although in the first trimester majority of the women{{fact|date=May 2013}} feel like losing interest in sex. This might be because of those overwhelming pregnancy symptoms, such as nausea, heartburn, and urinary frequency. There are some precautions to take such as no pressure on bump, tummy and breasts by making appropriate moves in sexual activity. You need to perform this exercise with utmost care to experience safe and [http://beauty-groom.blogspot.com/2014/05/susha-28-year-age-from-usa.html enjoying sex in pregnancy]. |
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Revision as of 22:55, 9 January 2015
Most pregnant women can engage in sexual activity during pregnancy throughout gravidity.
Decreased sexual desire and frequency
Most research suggests that, during pregnancy, sexual desire and frequency of sexual relations decrease.[1][2] In context of this overall decrease in desire, some studies indicate a second-trimester increase, preceding a decrease.[3] However, these decreases are not universal: a significant number of women report greater sexual satisfaction throughout their pregnancies.[4]
Low-risk behavior
Sex during pregnancy is a low-risk behaviour except when the physician advises that sexual intercourse be avoided, because it may, in some pregnancies, lead to serious pregnancy complications or health issues such as a high-risk for premature labour or a ruptured uterus.[citation needed] Such a decision may be based upon a history of difficulties in a previous childbirth.
Psychological usefulness
Some psychological research studies in the 1980s and 1990s contend that it is useful for pregnant women to continue to have sexual activity, specifically noting that overall sexual satisfaction was correlated with feeling happy about being pregnant, feeling more attractive in late pregnancy than before pregnancy and experiencing orgasm.[3] Sexual activity has also been suggested as a way to prepare for induced labour; some believe the natural prostaglandin content of seminal liquid can favour the maturation process of the cervix making it more flexible, allowing for easier and faster dilation and effacement of the cervix. However, the efficacy of using sexual intercourse as an induction agent "remains uncertain".[5]
Prevention of pre-eclampsia
There is substantial evidence for exposure to partner's semen as prevention for pre-eclampsia, largely due to the absorption of several immune modulating factors present in seminal fluid.[6][7]
Fetus protected by amniotic fluid
During pregnancy, the fetus is protected from penetrative thrusting by the amniotic fluid in the womb and by the woman's cervix.[8]
Sexual intercourse after pregnancy
Sexual intercourse after giving birth can begin when the couple are both ready. However most American couples wait until after six weeks and they should consult their physician if they have any concerns.[9]
See also
References
- ^ M.P. Bermudez (2001). "Influence of the Gestation Period on Sexual Desire". Psychology in Spain. 5 (1): 14–16.
{{cite journal}}: Unknown parameter|coauthors=ignored (|author=suggested) (help) - ^ Wing Yee Fok (October 2005). "Sexual behavior and activity in Chinese pregnant women". Acta Obstetricia et Gynecologica Scandinavica. 84 (10): 934–938. doi:10.1111/j.0001-6349.2005.00743.x. PMID 16167907.
{{cite journal}}: Unknown parameter|coauthors=ignored (|author=suggested) (help) - ^ a b Reamy K; White SE; Daniell WC; Le Vine ES (June 1982). "Sexuality and pregnancy. A prospective study". J Reprod Med. 27 (6): 321–7. PMID 7120209.
- ^ Khamis MA; Mustafa MF; Mohamed SN; Toson MM (2007). "Influence of gestational period on sexual behavior". J Egypt Public Health Assoc. 2007. 82 (1–2): 65–90. PMID 18217325.
- ^ Methods for Cervical Ripening and Induction of Labor - May 15, 2003 - American Family Physician
- ^ Sarah Robertson. "Research Goals --> Role of seminal fluid signalling in the female reproductive tract".
- ^ Sarah A. Robertson, John J. Bromfield, and Kelton P. Tremellen (2003). "Seminal 'priming' for protection from pre-eclampsia—a unifying hypothesis". Journal of Reproductive Immunology. 59 (2): 253–265. doi:10.1016/S0165-0378(03)00052-4. PMID 12896827.
{{cite journal}}: CS1 maint: multiple names: authors list (link) - ^ Sex During Pregnancy - March of Dimes
- ^ "Pregnancy video". Channel 4. 2008. Retrieved 2009-01-22.
External links
- Medical professionals think that sex during pregnancy is safe although in the first trimester majority of the women[citation needed] feel like losing interest in sex. This might be because of those overwhelming pregnancy symptoms, such as nausea, heartburn, and urinary frequency. There are some precautions to take such as no pressure on bump, tummy and breasts by making appropriate moves in sexual activity. You need to perform this exercise with utmost care to experience safe and enjoying sex in pregnancy.