Increased Desire Heightened Sensitivity Greater Potential for Orgasm Changes in Your Vagina Changes in sexual interaction You've just spent the last few months in the trenches of attempted conception. That meant sex without birth control "woopie!" and, hopefully, lots of it. Then you achieved the desired result, successful conception. Congratulations, but does that means no you can’t have sex for the next nine months? The good news is, of course you can! Unless your pregnancy is high-risk, there's usually no reason why you can't continue your regular sexual relationship right up until delivery. Because your body doesn't change that much in the first trimester, sex can pretty much continue as it has in the past. Later, as the uterus grows, some positions may become more difficult to perform. But be prepared for more than just positional issues. Pregnancy alters your body in many ways, and you may be surprised to discover how it might affect your sexuality. Increased Desire Besides the hormonal changes that cause dips and surges in sex drive, emotional factors may strongly influence your desire. So Guys this means she’s going to be captain of the ship and may require you regular attention during these hormonal swings. Many newly pregnant women gain a confidence boost from their newly voluptuous figures that makes them feel more sexual. So take advantage of the freedom of lovemaking without having to worry about contraception, this alone in some cases could be an aphrodisiac. Heightened Sensitivity If general exhaustion doesn't curtail your lovemaking, you might actually find sex to be more pleasurable than ever. That's because your erogenous zones may be unusually sensitive. Swelling in the breasts caused by hormonal changes can increase sensitivity, so his touch may drive you wild--then again, it may drive you away in pain. But this heightened sensitivity is typically a temporary state. Greater Potential for Orgasm Perhaps one of the greatest sexual benefits you may reap from pregnancy is your increased potential for orgasm. In fact, many women experience orgasm--or multiple orgasms--for the first time during pregnancy. In some cases, blood flow to the genitalia is increased during pregnancy, and that can lead to greater pleasure and sensitivity. Other women, particularly toward the end of pregnancy when engorgement is greatest, report that their genital area is too sensitive, and find sexual stimulation too much to bear or even painful. Changes in Your Vagina The enlargement of your genitals can cause intercourse to feel more snug, adding a new degree of pleasure for him (and you). And because of hormonal fluctuations, you may emit a distinctly different vaginal odor that may (or may not) be pleasurable to his sense of smell. Changes in sexual interaction You'll probably find your sexual interaction changing somewhat during pregnancy, since what always turned you on in the past suddenly may not work for you now. For example, by the third trimester, it can be difficult or almost impossible to make love missionary style, because of the expanding physical barrier between you and your partner. Experiment with positions that are more comfortable, like being on top or allowing him to enter you from behind. But remember, as always, to play it safe. If your doctor has advised you against intercourse because of potentially complicating factors, speak to him about what you can do. Continue to enjoy this time alone with your partner while you can. If you don't feel sexual, or are unable to have sex, just cuddle, take long walks and talk about your dreams for your new family. It is also important for your partner to let you know that the changing size of your body doesn't mean you're growing fatter, it means you're growing a person--and that is the truest expression of your love for one another.

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