(How it can differ from Woman to Woman)
Your wife or spouse is pregnant. Wow! How did that happen? The pregnancy is confirmed and you are not even sure whether you want a baby at this point of time. But your spouse is sure and so you are also sure you want to become a father. Great! That calls for a party.
But hey, this is also going to bring about so many changes in your life, especially your relationship with your spouse. She will soon be irritable, and will start putting on weight, and will be demanding all sorts of special attention from you. That is all fine and maybe you can handle it; but what about sex? Does pregnancy mean end of the awesome sex life you have shared with your partner so far?
Nine months without sex ?
That does not sound like good news at all. Do you really mean to say nine months without sex? No way!
But things are not as bad as they seem. Even if your partner is pregnant, you can lead an active sex life with her. Now don’t go about getting that incredulous look on your face; sex during pregnancy is possible. I know you must be thinking about how she would react to this. But most women are also open to sex even when they are pregnant.
You must understand that pregnancy is a special time in the life of every woman. It is the time when she goes through many different emotions. It is also the time when her body goes through many physical and hormonal changes. Some women find their sexual desires suppressed, while others find them heightened.
Discuss Sex during Pregnancy
As a man, you must be open in discussing sex with your partner during pregnancy. Approach the topic casually and without any hint of stress or pressure. Let her take the final decision, but do everything possible from your end to help her take the decision.
Of course, if she has become grumpy and irritable, you would be better off staying away from the topic for a while. This is definitely possible if she is having strong bouts of morning sickness or is feeling hungry most of the time. And then when the pregnancy has progressed, you might yourself not want to have sex with her. After all, she is going to be round as a ball and weighing several kilos more. Her tummy would definitely be a major hindrance in your reaching her for a kiss.
On the whole, sex during pregnancy is not entirely taboo. It will differ from woman to woman, and whether you will be lucky enough to have it will depend on your woman. From your end, make sure you bow down to her wish (which is something we have to do even when she is not pregnant), keep her happy, and practice safe sex.
Last but not the least, be gentle and caring. Remember, she is pregnant in the first place because of your wild sexual instincts. Now don’t go about pushing it on her again even when she is carrying your baby.