Q: IS IT SAFE TO HAVE SEX DURING MY PERIOD?
In case you are in a monogamous relationship and also you’re up for it, Dr Shilla stated: Typically, sure.
It might be a bit messy however intercourse throughout your interval could even relieve menstrual cramps and fatigue. It’s because orgasms set off the discharge of endorphins, or the physique’s “really feel good” hormones that alleviate ache, decrease stress, enhance your temper and improve your sense of well-being.
Nevertheless, having intercourse throughout your interval has dangers. It could possibly result in an elevated threat of transmitting blood-borne illnesses, together with sexually transmitted diseases (STIs) akin to HIV and hepatitis. Throughout your interval, the cervix can be barely extra open so decrease genital tract infections could journey upwards and trigger pelvic inflammatory illness, Dr Shilla stated.
She suggested that {couples} use safety to be protected. And when you’re in a number of sexual relationships, it’s advisable to keep away from intercourse altogether throughout your interval.
Q: CAN I HAVE SEX WHILE PREGNANT?
“Sure,” Dr Shilla stated. “In case you are within the temper for it, go for it – it is vitally regular for {couples} to have intercourse all through being pregnant.”
Whenever you’re anticipating, your rising child received’t be affected by your sexual exercise. The newborn is protected by the amniotic fluid within the uterus and the sturdy muscle groups of the uterus. So it’s typically protected to have comfy intercourse at any stage of being pregnant, even whenever you’re near or have handed your estimated supply date.
Until you’ve gotten a high-risk being pregnant like a low-lying placenta or a brief cervix, or your gynaecologist advises you towards intercourse, it’s even inspired to have intercourse throughout being pregnant. The “really feel good” hormones might help carry your temper and alleviate any discomfort, stated Dr Shilla.