Having sexual intercourse during pregnancy does not harm the baby.
Gynecology and Obstetrics Specialist Op.Dr.Abdulaziz Akkaya, who clarifies the issues related to sexual life during pregnancy, says that expectant mothers and fathers should not be affected during pregnancy. He said that it is unnecessary for them to avoid having sexual intercourse, and that sexual intercourse can be had as long as desired as long as the pregnancy is normal.
Sexual intercourse during pregnancy
Candidate mothers and fathers about sexual life during pregnancy Op.Dr.Akkaya stated that their knowledge is insufficient because they often do not ask or even cannot ask their doctors and said, "Most of the time, sexual intercourse during pregnancy is not emphasized much." "The issue of sexuality only comes to the fore when there is a problem with pregnancy, and in this case, sexuality is usually prohibited for a while," he said. Emphasizing that there is no harm in having sexual intercourse (until the onset of labor), Op.Dr.Akkaya said, “Having sexual intercourse does not harm the baby. Because the amniotic sac, that is, the inside where the baby is located, is filled with amniotic fluid.” sac) and the uterus and its strong muscles protect the baby. In addition, the thick mucus layer in the cervix creates a barrier against infections. Your partner's penis does not come into contact with the baby during sexual intercourse. “He said.
Op.Dr. Akkaya pointed out that having sexual intercourse during pregnancy is safe for many women, but in some cases it can be dangerous, and listed some situations in which sexual intercourse should be avoided during pregnancy or a doctor should be consulted as follows. :
• If you have had a miscarriage in the past or are currently at risk of miscarriage
• If you have a history of preterm labor (you gave birth before 37 weeks) or are currently at risk for preterm labor (you have uterine contractions if any)
• Multiple pregnancy (twins, triplets, etc.)
• If you have unexpected vaginal bleeding
• If amniotic fluid is breaking (if your water breaks)
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•Cervix (if the cervix opens prematurely (cervical insufficiency)
•Placenta (if the cervix opens prematurely) n partner) partially or completely covers the cervix (placenta previa)
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