CAN I HAVE SEX WHILE I ’ M PREGNANT ?
For women without pregnancy complications , sex is safe in pregnancy . You should be aware of the fact that sexual intercourse is a common cause of vaginal spotting and pre-term contractions . Vaginal bleeding is usually from the surface of the cervix , which bleeds easily in pregnancy . Contractions are believed to be caused by chemicals present in semen .
Abstinence from sex during pregnancy may be advised if you have any of the following complications :
• Threatened miscarriage
• History of repeated miscarriage
• Placenta previa
• Premature labor
• Incompetent cervix
• Ruptured membranes
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