We have seen that, if there is no impediment, sex can be enjoyed a lot and especially when the woman is pregnant. There are really few cases in which having sex is contraindicated.
However, it is also common for sex to be less frequent during pregnancy and sometimes cause some discomfort. Why can the frequency of sexual intercourse decrease or even disappear?
It is likely that fluctuation in hormone levels and some of the first symptoms of pregnancy, such as nausea and tiredness, may reduce women's libido or sexual desire, even temporarily. Statistics indicate that about half of women see their sexual desire decreased during the first months of pregnancy.
In addition, other discomforts that may be increased in the third quarterWhen the birth date approaches, they make the frequency of relationships lower. The heaviness felt by the mother, poor digestion, fatigue, muscle aches, insomnia, fluid retention ... are some of the reasons that can lead to the mother feeling very upset and just want to rest.
Apart from hormonal and physical issues, psychological issues of perception also come into play in sexual desire.
There are women who, in the third trimester, accept their body changes with some suspicion and do not appreciate the beauty of its new and big curves, so they are reluctant to have sex because of shame or because they don't feel attractive. It should always be respected, but it is important to try to see the pregnant woman's body as a natural phase in life and discover that there are now certain novelties that may be interesting.
This problem can also occur in the couple, who may be more afraid of hurting that rejection of the new image of women will reduce sexual desire. But a pregnant woman is sexy if he feels that way and if they make him feel that way.
If the desire is low, whether by the member of the couple, it is necessary to consider the caring for the relationship, of affection, which cannot disappear at this important stage and which does not only come through sexual intercourse with penetration. Eroticism can be searched in many ways, and thinking that making love is healthy for everyone can encourage you to try it: although at first you don't want too much, it is usual that you end up enjoying it in the end. Everything is to start ...
Other reasons for the frequency of relationships to decrease are more unfounded and based on uncertain myths fruit of ignorance.
- As for example, the fear of hurting the baby by intercourse: the amniotic fluid where the nested fetus is works as a buffer, protecting it. Apart from the muscular wall of the uterus also exerts its cushioning action, and we can always try the postures that lead to a less deep penetration.
- Fear that semen enters the amniotic fluid and may affect the baby: the mucous plug closes the entrance of the uterus preventing semen from coming into contact with our child.
- Another unfounded concern is that the baby "remembers" what is happening. Yes, he perceives something different, but he doesn't know what it is, only that he likes it. You will notice some agitation, and it will be pleasant also there both the balancing and the greater amount of oxygen in the blood that we will transmit: sex during pregnancy is also pleasant for the baby.
In any case, it is essential that the couple be established a clear dialogue about what is happening in such important moments of life, because silence or discomfort are not beneficial for the baby either. It is best to put on the table what are our desires, our feelings, fears or rejections. Understanding and mutual support is essential at this delicate stage, and we will have to consider and respect that everyone lives sex with their own fears or misgivings.
Everything will be easier if the couple stays together. In addition, we will bear in mind that this downturn in sexual desire is a passing situation during pregnancy, and that perhaps even with a few weeks the situation changes.
