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Sex during pregnancy
Hi doctor, currently my 5th month is going on.In first trimester,I was bleeding.now it is totally stopped.we are not involved in sexual (intercourse)activities.is it allowed?if yes then what can be poses?My placenta is posterior positioned.
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Sexual intercourse can be done in an spontaneous and uneventful pregnancy and if the placenta is not low lying.
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Its allowed but with care. Your placenta should not be low lying.
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You can have sexual intimacy.
It should not be very vigorous.
It should be with a side position.
If there is any pain or spotting then you have to stop it immediately.
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Yes allowed if the placenta is not low lying
You can choose positions which you do not put pressure on your abdomen
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Dr. Pushpa Gour
Gynecologist
32 yrs exp
Bhopal
You can do intercourse but it has to be
done with care.
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Dr. Parru Singh
Gynecologist/Obstetrician
9 yrs exp
Lucknow
Sexual activity is allowed, but it has to be gentle, .connect for advice
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Dr. Vinay Kamat
Gynecologist
38 yrs exp
North Goa
Allowed gentle sex if placenta is not low lying
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Dr. Thrupthi Reddy
Infertility Specialist
6 yrs exp
Bangalore
If placenta is not low lying U can have SI
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Dr. Neha Vashisth
Obstetrician
12 yrs exp
Jaipur
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Dr. Nirav Jetani
Gynecologist
11 yrs exp
Vadodara
With proper care you can
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Dr. Rashmi M Gowda
Social Obstetrics and Gynecologist
6 yrs exp
Bangalore
Yes..it's allowed if you are comfortable
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Dr. Ashritha Thadishetty
Gynecologist
8 yrs exp
Hyderabad
Its better to avoid sexual activities untill delivery
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