Patient's question:
After discovering pregnancy, will there be any issues with having sex? I have been pregnant for over a month now, but recently I have experienced two instances of light red bleeding, similar to what happens when your period is about to end. I am very confused and would appreciate your help.Doctor's answer:
Coitus during pregnancy will not harm the fetus, but it is best to have intercourse at the right time. Whether it is safe to have intercourse during pregnancy is a question that expectant fathers and mothers are concerned about. If we calculate the nine-month pregnancy period, we can divide it into three stages:1. The first three months of pregnancy: Coitus is strictly forbidden. During the first three months of pregnancy, the fetus has not yet stabilized. At the same time, for the pregnant woman, the symptoms of early pregnancy are very obvious, and there is generally not much interest in sex. Intercourse in the early stages can easily cause uterine contractions, leading to miscarriage.
2. After 36 weeks: Coitus is strictly forbidden. After 36 weeks, the placenta begins to descend. Many pregnant women suffer from severe edema in their hands and feet, making it difficult to move. Some expectant mothers have already started preparing for labor. Intercourse at this time can also easily cause uterine contractions, leading to premature birth.
3. The suitable time for coitus during pregnancy: Generally, from the fifth to the eighth month of pregnancy, the fetus is relatively stable, and intercourse is recommended during this period.