One of the main fears that arise in the couple when the woman is pregnant is about sex, whether or not to do it during pregnancy and if this is beneficial - or does not hurt - the baby.
En MothersHoy.com We have talked on several occasions about sex during pregnancy and we have told you that if your doctor allows it (because your pregnancy is not at risk) having sex during pregnancy is totally beneficial, but you have to take into account other factors that can influence sexual desire such as hormone levels, first trimester nausea, or excessive tiredness.
Usually a doctor will restrict or limit your sexual intercourse if your pregnancy is risky for you or the baby. For that you have to take into account:
- Threatened abortion
- Preterm labor (before week 37)
- Vaginal bleeding
- Infection
- Pain during intercourse
- Loss of liquids or bag rupture
And it is at one of these points where we will stop today: pain during intercourse. In this case, the doctor will have to evaluate if before getting pregnant you did not have the same pain during intercourse (dyspareunia). If so, you will have to assess whether it is caused by lack of lubrication or other factors. In case of poor lubrication, use a water soluble lubricant and consider foreplay to achieve optimal excitation. In the case of other factors, the obstetrician must evaluate whether it is an organic or psychological factor, being able to consult with a psychologist to initiate treatment.
During pregnancy there are usually certain discomforts or pains that we did not feel before. This is pronounced in both the first and third trimesters, the second trimester is the best time to enjoy sex, as long as your pregnancy is normal.
But if you have pain during intercourse and have already ruled out dyspareunia, then see your obstetrician.