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Doula

Category - Pregnancy

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A client asks you if it is safe to have sex during pregnancy. Your BEST response is:
  1. "You probably won't feel very interested in sex."
  2. "Your thoughts should be focused on your baby, not your partner."
  3. "Sex might bring on labor."
  4. "As long as you don't have any risk factors, sex is safe and enjoyable during pregnancy."
Explanation
Answer: D - As long as the mother does not have a high-risk pregnancy, intercourse is acceptable. In fact, because of the changes in hormones and blood volume, the woman may find sex much more enjoyable than normal. For some women, fatigue and weight gain can cause disinterest in sex, but they should still be encouraged to keep an open mind. Intimacy between partners can help keep lines of communication open, and can aid in relationship development for a healthy family. Some people worry the baby will know what's going on, or that somehow, sex will hurt the baby - these are both myths.
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