Health Tip: Sex During Pregnancy
(HealthDay News) -- While sexual intercourse throughout a healthy pregnancy is usually safe, it may not be recommended for women who are a higher risk for complications.
The Nemours Foundation says sex may not be safe for pregnant women with any of the following risk factors:
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A history or risk of miscarriage.
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Having had a previous birth that was pre-term (earlier than 37 weeks), or having warning signs of pre-term labor.
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Vaginal bleeding, discharge or cramping that cannot be diagnosed.
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Leaking amniotic fluid.
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Conditions such as placenta previa and incompetent cervix.
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Carrying multiple fetuses.
Date Last Reviewed:
10/2/2008
Date Last Modified:
10/2/2008