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Despite the morning sickness and water retention and other uncomfortable pregnancy symptoms, some women find that being pregnant makes them feel sexy, voluptuous, and desirous, especially in the second trimester.

Although it has not been systematically studied, researchers (like the doctors at the Mayo Clinic) speculate that the increased blood volume in the body also means more blood is flowing to your sexual organs, making sexual intimacy more satisfying and putting you in a state of constant readiness. Pregnant women have also reported finding that their orgasms are more powerful and satisfying, causing a ripple of pleasure from the vagina all the way to the uterus....

Despite the morning sickness and water retention and other uncomfortable pregnancy symptoms, some women find that being pregnant makes them feel sexy, voluptuous, and desirous, especially in the second trimester.

Although it has not been systematically studied, researchers (like the doctors at the Mayo Clinic) speculate that the increased blood volume in the body also means more blood is flowing to your sexual organs, making sexual intimacy more satisfying and putting you in a state of constant readiness. Pregnant women have also reported finding that their orgasms are more powerful and satisfying, causing a ripple of pleasure from the vagina all the way to the uterus.

During pregnancy you may notice that your breasts are also more sensitive. Some women find this increases sexual pleasure.

If you seek sexual intimacy during pregnancy, keep these things in mind:

• Try other positions: As pregnancy progresses, you may find you are more comfortable on top of your partner, or if your partner enters you from behind.
• Take your time: If this is a first baby, you'll be rushing to find time to be intimate later. Use candles, music, and massage to set the mood. Enjoy the time you have aacute; deux. It won't last.
• Use a condom: If you and your partner are sexually active with other people, it is essential to use a condom as STDs can pose serious risks to the baby.

Some women and their spouses fear that sexual intimacy or vigorous lovemaking will trigger a miscarriage or somehow harm the fetus. According to a scientific analysis of 59 studies conducted from 1950-1996, sexual intercourse does not pose a risk to the fetus as long as you do not have (or contract) a sexually transmitted disease. If you are having a normal pregnancy and your doctor has not indicated otherwise, lovemaking will not put your fetus at risk.

Although some discomfort or cervical bleeding after making love may be normal, consult your doctor if you experience vaginal bleeding.

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