Sex During Pregnancy


            • Pregnancy may change your desire and usual response to sex. This is different for every woman and her partner.

            • Use a condom if you or your partner have sex with other partners.

            • You can still get a sexually transmitted infection when you are pregnant.
            • Unless your doctor or nurse advises against it, sex is safe while pregnant.




Safe Sex While You Are Pregnant

  • Never blow air into the vagina. This can be very harmful. If you have questions, ask your nurse.

  • No objects other than the penis should be placed in the vagina.

  • If you have anal sex, wash the man's penis or use a condom before his penis enters your vagina. Or, use a condom for anal sex and remove it before vaginal sex.


Reasons To Use A Condom While Pregnant

  • Reduces your chances of getting a sexually transmitted infection such as:

    • Chlamydia

    • Genital Herpes

    • Gonorrhea

    • HIV/AIDS

    • Syphilis

    • Vaginitis

    • Yeast Infection – not always sexually transmitted

  • Protects your baby from getting these infections

  • They do not cost a lot of money, are easy to get, and you do not have to see a doctor to get them.

  • Condoms offer you and your partner a responsible way to share and maintain good health.        

Remember, making love, including all the ways you share pleasure with and feel close to your partner, with or without intercourse, is very important to your relationship.

Talking about sex during pregnancy is helpful. Share your feelings with your partner, no matter how silly you might think it is.

A common fear is that having sex will harm your unborn baby. Fortunately, in almost every case, sex during pregnancy is safe. The body is designed to provide protection. It is almost impossible to hurt your baby by having sex.