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  • Just Do It! Sexuality and Pregnancy

    Sex is normal, and honestly, without it, none of us would be here reading. So let's dig into sex during pregnancy, and see what's true, myth, recommended, normal, or requires further thought.

  • Pregnant Sex a Taboo? You MUST Be Joking!

    Bursting with life, the pregnant body can often allow for women to become multiply orgasmic and extremely desirous. Due to the bath of "love" hormones like oxytocin, coupled with vaso-dilation, the biggest barriers to sex during pregnancy is usually misinformation.

  • Eight Reasons Sex is a Must-do During Pregnancy

    With so many myths surrounding sex and pregnancy, it's no wonder many couples forego the urge completely. Sex, however, is recommended for mom, baby and partner well-being save in rare cases of medically risky pregnancies. Here are eight reasons you should keep your sensual self in high-gear during pregnancy.

  • Live Chat Transcript: Your Orgasmic Pregnancy

    Motherhood is the highest expression of sexuality! Let's face it -- sex spells reproduction. It is, biologically, a reproductive act. To remove the notion that sex is a need is to strip us of one of the most readily available stress-reducers, intimacy enhancers and overall wellness enhancers for both partners.

  • Pelvic Rest: Getting Your Partner on Board

    QUESTION

    I'm 12 weeks pregnant and experiencing some complications. I've been put on pelvic rest. How do I get my husband to understand that it means nothing can enter? The rest is till 13-14 weeks so there are another 1 -2 weeks yet.

    I don't really have the interest in sex right now either. How can I convey that so he understands?

    Thanks,
    Becki

  • Can Sex Cause Your Water to Break?

    QUESTION

    Dear Midwife,
    I'd like to ask you a question that tortures me everyday since it happened. Two months ago my water broke at 24th weeks of pregnancy. My baby didn't survive.

    I'm afraid it happened because of orgasm. I'd like to know your opinion.

    Thank you so much,
    Elena

  • Sex During Pregnancy: What's His Problem?

    We've interviewed hundreds of men around the world for our Being Dad films and color, religion or nationality doesn't matter; some men can have sex during pregnancy and some can't. Many women have told us that when their man tells them they aren't interested or can't do it that they perceived it was because he didn't find them attractive in their later stages of pregnancy.

  • Intercourse During Pregnancy

    QUESTION

    Dear Midwife,
    My wife has completed 3 months pregnancy, we just want whether we can have intercourse during this period or not?

  • Sex During Pregnancy: The Great Divide

    It's down to the last trimester and your partner is really looking pregnant. This is where for half of you out there the question of sex during pregnancy can become problematic. Yes, you still find your wife attractive but the thought of having sex with her bothers you. Fear not...you are not alone.

  • Sex in Early Pregnancy and Other Questions

    QUESTION

    Dear Midwife,
    I am about 2 1/2 months pregnant. I was wondering if it is still okay to have sex while you are at this stage of pregnancy? I have another question, too. During labor and delivery, can you have an epidural and still deliver in a tub of water?

  • Sexuality During Pregnancy: 17-20 weeks

    With the increasing change of your shape, you may need special reassurance from your partner that you are still feminine and desirable. Read more about what's going on!

  • Is Orgasm Safe During Pregnancy?

    QUESTION

    Dear Midwife,
    Is an orgasm safe during pregnancy?

  • Sex in Early Pregnancy and Other Questions

    QUESTION

    Dear Midwife,
    I am about 2 1/2 months pregnant. I was wondering if it is still okay to have sex while you are at this stage of pregnancy? I have another question, too. During labor and delivery, can you have an epidural and still deliver in a tub of water?

  • Sex During Pregnancy: What's His Problem?

    We've interviewed hundreds of men around the world for our Being Dad films and color, religion or nationality doesn't matter; some men can have sex during pregnancy and some can't. Many women have told us that when their man tells them they aren't interested or can't do it that they perceived it was because he didn't find them attractive in their later stages of pregnancy.

  • Sex During Pregnancy: The Great Divide

    It's down to the last trimester and your partner is really looking pregnant. This is where for half of you out there the question of sex during pregnancy can become problematic. Yes, you still find your wife attractive but the thought of having sex with her bothers you. Fear not...you are not alone.

  • Intercourse During Pregnancy

    QUESTION

    Dear Midwife,
    My wife has completed 3 months pregnancy, we just want whether we can have intercourse during this period or not?

  • Can Sex Cause Your Water to Break?

    QUESTION

    Dear Midwife,
    I'd like to ask you a question that tortures me everyday since it happened. Two months ago my water broke at 24th weeks of pregnancy. My baby didn't survive.

    I'm afraid it happened because of orgasm. I'd like to know your opinion.

    Thank you so much,
    Elena

  • Pelvic Rest: Getting Your Partner on Board

    QUESTION

    I'm 12 weeks pregnant and experiencing some complications. I've been put on pelvic rest. How do I get my husband to understand that it means nothing can enter? The rest is till 13-14 weeks so there are another 1 -2 weeks yet.

    I don't really have the interest in sex right now either. How can I convey that so he understands?

    Thanks,
    Becki

  • Live Chat Transcript: Your Orgasmic Pregnancy

    Motherhood is the highest expression of sexuality! Let's face it -- sex spells reproduction. It is, biologically, a reproductive act. To remove the notion that sex is a need is to strip us of one of the most readily available stress-reducers, intimacy enhancers and overall wellness enhancers for both partners.

  • Eight Reasons Sex is a Must-do During Pregnancy

    With so many myths surrounding sex and pregnancy, it's no wonder many couples forego the urge completely. Sex, however, is recommended for mom, baby and partner well-being save in rare cases of medically risky pregnancies. Here are eight reasons you should keep your sensual self in high-gear during pregnancy.