27 Jul 2022 | 4 min Read
Sayani Basu
Author | 607 Articles
Anal sex during pregnancy is a completely personal decision. Some expecting women like anal stimulation during pregnancy more as they believe that the increased blood flow increases the sensation of nerves.
However, few women do not prefer anal sex during pregnancy as they might be concerned about their baby’s health and wonder if having anal sex will induce labour.
As your pregnancy progresses, there are times when the doctors do not recommend vaginal sex. You might consider anal sex as an alternative after consulting the doctor. But is it safe during pregnancy? If yes, are there any precautions that should be kept in mind? Read on to know more.
Anal sex during pregnancy is safe. However, certain precautions should be kept in mind. You should apply a sufficient amount of lubricant and ask your partner to be gentle.
If you experience any pain or discomfort, it is advisable to stop making love immediately.
Here are some precautions that should be kept in mind while having anal sex during pregnancy:
Anal sex during pregnancy should be avoided under some conditions. Some of these conditions include:
If there are no specific medical complications or discomforts during this crucial phase, anal sex shouldn’t be an issue. However, we all know that pregnancy is not the right time to try new things for the first time.
Therefore, if you have not tried anal sex earlier, it is not recommended to try it during pregnancy.
DISCLAIMER: We have taken steps to check the accuracy of the information & practices shared above; however, it is not a replacement for a doctor’s opinion. Please check with either your doctor, or an expert, before trying any suggestion, practice, or medication mentioned here.
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