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Just found out you're pregnant?

Many people worry about whether it's safe to have sex during pregnancy...

There's no physical reason why you shouldn't continue to have sex right through a normal pregnancy, however it's still important to use a condom to prevent catching STIs.

Having sex while you're pregnant won't harm the baby because the penis can't penetrate beyond the vagina – the muscles of the cervix and a plug of mucus, specially formed in pregnancy, seal off the womb completely.

Later in pregnancy, an orgasm, or even sex itself, can set off contractions (known as Braxton Hicks contractions). You'll feel the muscles of your womb go hard. There's no need to panic because this is perfectly normal. If it feels uncomfortable, try your relaxation techniques or just lie quietly until the contractions pass.

It's really important that you protect yourself from STIs so check out the barrier methods that are available - barrier methods of contraception.


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