Do this but not that: sexual positions that you should avoid when you are pregnant .

If your doctor authorizes you to have sex during pregnancy, enjoy it! "In a normal pregnancy, there is no reason to abstain from having sex, whenever you want to have them and be comfortable," says gynecologist and obstetrician Lauren Streicher, MD, of Chicago, author of Love Sex Again.

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The rule is to always be comfortable, and that can be a challenge both at the beginning of your pregnancy, when you feel exhausted and vomit frequently, and at the end, when you are huge and feel (again) a great fatigue. The key is to look for sexual positions that feel good in all stages.

Continue reading our guide to having sex in each trimester ... with ideal positions for each of the nine months.

Sexual positions during the first trimester
It is perfectly normal (and understandable) that, in your first trimester, fatigue and morning sickness make you feel unattractive. But, if you are in the mood, sexual intercourse in the first three months has its advantages: most women are well lubricated by nature, do not have a large belly to dodge, and may have an additional enthusiasm for the hormone overload that It makes your female parts swell and are hypersensitive.

Sexual positions that can be tried: "Anything goes during the first trimester," emphasizes Dr. Streicher. So, go ahead: make the position of the scissors, use sex toys or explore the complete Kama Sutra . If you are tired, the position of the missionary is pleasant ... just lie down and enjoy the moment. Snuggling in the "spoon" style can also be an excellent option for a lazy day.

Sexual positions to avoid: the good news is that there is no contraindication. And if you're worried that having sex during pregnancy causes an abortion , stay calm. "When you analyze the data on abortions or losses at the beginning of pregnancy , there seems to be no connection," says Dr. Streicher. Therefore, consult your doctor if something worries you, but you should know that, unless you have a specific condition, sexual relations during the first trimester should be perfectly safe.

Sexual positions during the second trimester
Welcome to the "honeymoon quarter" for sex in pregnancy. It is probable that you have left behind the stage of morning sickness and fatigue, and suddenly you feel much more energized. Add to this the raging pregnancy hormones and you will be sensually ready for the ring.

Sexual positions that can be tried: this is your opportunity to try funny poses that can be more complicated in the third trimester, with your belly growing.

Sit and watch. Your partner sits in a chair and you stand facing him, with his legs on both sides, so that both can see each other's eyes.
Hands and knees This version of "four-legged style" facilitates deep penetration, something that may not be comfortable in the third quarter.
Inverted spoon. Both lie side by side, facing each other. Enjoy this position face to face while you still can.
Sexual positions to avoid: after 20 weeks of pregnancy, avoid positions where you should lie on your back, such as the position of the missionary. "When you lie on your back, the enlarged uterus puts pressure on the aorta, which compromises the flow of blood to the placenta," explains Dr. Streicher. Do not you like having to abandon it? Then use a wedge-shaped pillow under the left hip. "That displaces the baby so that it is not over the aorta," explains Dr. Streicher.

Sexual positions during the third trimester
Sexual relationships can still be excellent while you're in the final stretch, but your belly, inflated like a balloon, can force you to get creative in bed.

Sexual positions that can be tried: in short, the ideal posture is the one that does not exert pressure on your belly and allows you to control the depth of penetration. These are some sexual positions that may be more comfortable at this stage:

curl up on your side, spoon style, which does not involve weight on your stomach and penetration is more superficial;

the woman above so that you are the one in control;
enter from behind: you can kneel on the bed, a chair or the sofa; sit on your partner's lap (with your back to him) or stand up (maybe with your hands on the wall or the back of the sofa);

sitting on the edge of the bed or on a chair (or the kitchen counter, whichever is best for you!), your partner facing forward, kneeling or standing, as needed to adjust to the correct height.

Sexual positions to avoid: although there are no technically unsafe positions (except for those that make you lie on your back), some women do not like the feeling of a very deep penetration. And while a recent poll Parents.com among pregnant women revealed that sex by the back door suddenly became very attractive, beware. "To begin with, there is a risk of infection, since bacteria can spread to your vagina," says Ari Brown, MD, co-author of Expecting 411: The Insider's Guide to Pregnancy and Childbirth. And, in practical terms, many pregnant women suffer from hemorrhoids. "The last thing you want is to exacerbate them with intercourse and make them bleed," adds Dr. Brown.

A final comment on oral sex: it is fine to give and receive it during any trimester, but your partner should never blow or otherwise force air into your vagina, as in very rare cases it could cause a dangerous embolism (when an explosion of air blocks a blood vessel).