Sex is safe during the last stages of pregnancy
You and your partner may start to worry about the upcoming birth, which is only natural, especially if you are expecting your first child. You can reduce your anxiety by writing down your thoughts. Think about having your baby in your arms and make specific plans to manage stress. Being prepared is an excellent anxiety reducer, so it’s a great idea to take your partner shopping for necessary things such as a postpartum bra and clothing that can facilitate feeding [1].
At this stage, the doctor will closely monitor the expectant mother's stomach, measuring it and feeling it to determine the baby’s position. The baby can already be positioned with their head down! But don’t worry if they are not, many babies turn closer to their due date [2].
Another thing her doctor will keep checking is her blood pressure. During pregnancy, high blood pressure accompanied by swelling of the hands and face and increased protein in the urine may indicate preeclampsia [3, 4].
Many couples are hesitant to have sex for fear of harming the baby. But you don't have to give up intimacy. If pregnancy proceeds normally, without risks or complications, you can enjoy sex up until the end of pregnancy [5]. The baby is well protected by the amniotic sac and uterine muscles [6].
Understandably, your partner may not be in the mood to have sex at this time. As the final weeks of pregnancy unfold, her large belly can make sex more tiring than enjoyable [7].
