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7 Breastfeeding Myths Dispelled!
Despite the tons of scientific literature available, these breastfeeding myths are a cause of concern for every nursing mother.Read on to see a few common myths dispelled.
Myth #1
"My breasts will sag if I breast-feed"
Not true! Pregnancy...
Foods To Avoid During Pregnancy
Many women have questions about the types of food that are safe to eat during pregnancy. It is actually easier to discuss the types of foods you should avoid during pregnancy than it is do discuss the foods that are safe to eat.
There's a lot...
Help I am Pregnant and an Addict
There are a lot of resources on the internet, in books, and from the medical community on the dangers of drug and alcohol use during pregnancy. However, there is not very much quality information on what you should do if you have a problem with...
Is Safe Sex Really Safe?
Gone are the days when people could have multiple partners without the use of a condom, and other safe sex practices.
Safe sex is all about keeping yourself, and your partner, protected from the complications of unwanted pregnancies and...
Sex & Pregnancy...Do they Mix???
As a pregnant women, you may experience sex drives much like your moods. Up and Down! Some women claim that they have no sex drive at all during pregnancy, and others, say their sex drive is better during pregnancy. With changes to your body...
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Sex and Pregnancy: Overcoming Your Most Common Fears
In the not so distant past, the words "sex" and "pregnancy"
were barely ever mentioned in the same sentence.
But today, even the most conservative medical sources say that
as long as a woman is feeling good, and her pregnancy is not in
jeopardy, sex is fine- oftentimes right up until the day of
delivery. Unfortunately, even with these encouraging words, old
fears die hard- and many couples continue to experience
unnecessary concern.
To help set the record straight, what follows is a guide to the
three most common fears about sex during pregnancy - and some
reassuring advice
Fear #1 : Premature Labor Although it's the most common
pregnancy fear, studies on some 13,000 women revealed preterm
labor was less common among women who had intercourse at least
once a week during their pregnancy! Another study of 600 women
found sex during pregnancy had a protective effect against early
labor, as long as couples avoided the "male superior" position.
If, however, you experience extreme cramping after sex, talk to
your doctor before your next rendezvous.
Fear # 2: Hurting the baby Both women and men have this fear -
but it's really the least of your pregnancy worries. Because
your baby floats in a pool of fluid inside your uterus,
protected by your abdominal wall and your pelvis, they are fully
cushioned, protected against all but the most severe blows to
your tummy. Even deep penetration won't harm Baby Snooks! And in
case you're wondering if junior will know what Mom and Dad are
up to - the answer is "no". While your baby will
likely feel the
sensations of your body moving, they won't know if you're
dancing the tango, hanging curtains, or having sex!
Fear# 3 Orgasm/miscarriage Because orgasm can generally result
in some degree of cramping and sometimes spotting, many women
are frightened that climaxing during pregnancy will cause either
a miscarriage or bring on labor. For the most part, however, the
fears are unfounded. The most common causes of miscarriage are
genetic defects and infections - not sex. Plus studies show that
orgasm, even when it occurs late in pregnancy, won't bring on
labor. While it can cause your uterus to contract, an orgasm
won't cause cervical dilation, so they won't initiate delivery.
A nice bonus: When mom orgasms, baby experiences a euphoric-like
hormonal rush that is very pleasurable to them.
While it's likely sex will be safe and exciting during your
pregnancy, get your doctor's okay first if you are experiencing:
Vaginal bleeding (as compared to spotting); if you are diagnosed
with an "incompetent cervix"; if you are at increased risk for
premature labor; if you are diagnosed with "placenta previa" (a
problem with the placental sac that supports your baby); if you
are carrying twins or triplets.
For more free information on all aspects of pregnancy care visit
http://www.PamperingMom.com
About the author:
Colette Bouchez is the author of "Your Pefectly Pampered
Pregnancy - Health, Beauty and Lifestyle Advice for the Modern
Mother-To-Be" (Broadway Books,NY) and creator of
http://www.PamperingMom.com
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