How to have sex during pregnancy

一. Adaptive plan for pregnancy stage

1. Early pregnancy (0-12 weeks)

　　Physiological characteristics: the placenta is not fully formed, and the uterus is highly sensitive

　　Recommended measures:

　　Avoid deep insertion and violent movements

　　Prefer non-invasive intimacy (hug/caress)

　　Stop and seek medical attention immediately if abnormal bleeding occurs

2. Mid-pregnancy (13-28 weeks)

　　Physiological advantages: stable placenta, reduced discomfort

　　Safe posture:

　　Side-lying position (rugby style) reduces abdominal pressure

　　Use a maternity pillow to support the abdomen during front entry

　　Avoid riding position and other actions that compress the uterus

3. Late pregnancy (29-40 weeks)

　　Risk control:

　　Confirm in advance whether there are contraindications such as placenta previa

　　Avoid supine position to prevent supine hypotension syndrome

　　Control frequency (no more than 2 times a week)

二. Physiological adaptation adjustment

1. Vaginal lubrication management

　　Use water-soluble lubricants (pH 5.56.5 recommended)

　　Avoid oil-based lubricants (may damage latex condoms)

　　Try to increase vestibular stimulation during foreplay

2. Breathing regulation techniques

　　Perform prenatal breathing training (such as Lamaze breathing method)

　　Use abdominal breathing to maintain blood oxygen during sexual intercourse

　　Stop immediately and lie on the left side when uterine contractions occur

三. Partner collaboration plan

1. Role change strategy

　　Men adjust to passive guidance

　　Use tools such as massage sticks to assist stimulation

　　Focus on the comfort of pregnant women rather than traditional sexual experience

2. Emotional support

　　Establish a mechanism for intimate dialogue during pregnancy:

　　Set "exclusive romantic time" every week

　　Use emotional cards to express feelings

　　Jointly participate in prenatal education activities to enhance connection

四. Medical warning red lines

　　Immediately stop sexual intercourse and seek medical attention in the following situations:

　　✓ Vaginal bleeding (regardless of the amount)

　　✓ Abnormal opening of the cervix

　　✓ Sudden severe abdominal pain

　　✓ Signs of infection (fever/abnormal secretions)

五. Alternative intimate solutions

1. The art of physical contact

　　Hand and foot massage (stimulate acupuncture points to improve circulation)

　　Back massage (activate parasympathetic nerve relaxation)

　　Warm compress on shoulders and neck (relieve edema during pregnancy)

2. Emotional connection innovation

　　Watch pregnancy imaging materials (ultrasound video)

　　Write a prenatal education diary together

　　Make a commemorative album for pregnancy

Important tips:

　　1. Patients with gestational diabetes or hypertension need to follow the doctor's advice

　　2. Multiple pregnancies should reduce the frequency of sexual intercourse

　　3. Avoid intimate contact within 24 hours after amniocentesis and other prenatal examinations