Who says the fun needs to stop when you land the bun in the oven?
Can you have sex while pregnant?
As long as you’re comfortable, it’s completely safe to have sex while pregnant.
Best sex positions during pregnancy.
Typically, you’ll be on all fours while your partner penetrates or performs oral on you from behind.
you could also put a pillow between you two to keep them from going too deep inside you.
Consider this penetrative sex position a twist on the face-to-face classic: missionary.
while your partner stands up and enters you.
Straddle your partner and face them as they lie beneath you with their legs bent.
This “riding” sex position is a great option for sex during all three trimesters of your pregnancy.
If you want to try full missionary, gauge your comfort along the way.
Or, up the ante on your own pleasure with clitoral stimulation.
This position is safe for any trimester, but keeping your balance may get difficult after 26 weeks.
Keep this sex position in your rotation during the first and second trimesters.
Third-trimester folks, this lazy, intimate position is all you.
Lie on your side with slightly bent knees, then invite your partner to do the same behind you.
However, you’re able to also take advantage of this snuggly option to be gently stimulated.
Sex toys to try.
According to McKenzie, pregnant-safe sex toys are the same as vagina-safe sex toys.
Additionally, have separate toys designated for vaginal and anal play to avoid potentially spreading bacteria.
Tips and tricks to enhance your pleasure.
The first step is to love and accept your changing body.
Try pillow support.
To prop your hips up during sex to make penetration more accessible, McKenzie recommends a bolster pillow.
Double up on types of stimulation.
A vibrator would be a great assist in this department, but your finger (or two!)
won’t disappoint either.
Load up on lubricant.
Some pregnant people experience extra vaginal discharge, so there’s no need for added moisture.
(If you’re playing with anal, this is a must!)
Relieve your body.
Incorporate anal play.
Anal sex is diverse, and most of the sex positions mentioned above work with anal.
Skip the penetration if it’s not working for you.
Even if your partner has a penis, penetration isn’t the only way to enjoy sex.
Consider mutual masturbation plus giving and/or receiving oral sex in any of the pregnancy sex positions on our list.
Explore nonsexual intimacy.
The varied experiences you’ll have during pregnancy may change your relationship with sex.
Sometimes you’ll want to engage; other times, not so much.
(Here are some of thebest cuddling positionsif you need some new ideas.)
Things to keep in mind:
Talk to your doctor.
If your doctor hasn’t expressed concerns, don’t hesitate to foster intimacy with your partner through sex.
Just always exercise caution.
In such cases, avoid sexual activity unless your doctor gives you other instructions, says Trubow.
Avoid lying on your back.
It’s not totally clear whether sex in the third trimester can induce labor.
However, she says there isn’t enough evidence to recommend against sexual intercourse during pregnancy.
The bottom line.
“Baby isn’t going to feel a thing.”
