ARTICLE SUMMARY:
- A quick overview: Pregnancy libido
- Andromache the conqueror
- Romantic lotus
- The adventurous square
- The anvil, yes the anvil, or the oyster position
- The essential doggy style
- Two little spoons for a good dose of love
For a long (too long) time, the idea that sex and pregnancy didn't mix well was imposed on women and, by extension, their partners. Today we know that, medically speaking, as long as there are no contraindications—and they are rare— sexual intercourse during pregnancy poses no risk to the baby, who is perfectly protected by the amniotic sac and a tightly closed cervix. On the contrary! Affection and pleasure, both given and received, release endorphins which act as painkillers (soothing discomfort), anxiolytics (reducing anxiety and stress), and relaxants—plenty of reasons to enjoy a restful nap or a well-deserved good night’s sleep afterwards.
A quick overview: Pregnancy libido
At this stage, a reminder: sexual activity is fulfilling only when it is fully consensual. However, throughout the 9 months of preparing for and waiting for a baby, the libido of future parents can change greatly.
It is often nonexistent during the first trimester due to extreme fatigue on the mother's side. Sometimes, it exceeds all expectations between the 3rd and 6th months of pregnancy, only to become more subdued later, hiding behind a growing, increasingly cumbersome belly. Your breasts may be too sensitive to be touched, your libido might remain low no matter what you do, you may find yourself wholly focused on your new role, or your future-motherly body might be so confusing to your partner that they feel held back in their desire.
On the other hand, some women enjoy a fulfilling sex life throughout their pregnancy. So, for them and everyone else, for every moment of closeness and intimacy, here's a special pocket-sized Kama Sutra, specially adapted for pregnant women, to slip into your nightstand.
