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Is it safe to have sex during pregnancy?
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Dr Sarah Jarvis MBE
Sex is safe for most couples during pregnancy. Later in pregnancy, sex and orgasm may provoke contractions known as Braxton-Hicks contractions. These make your bump feel hard. They can be uncomfortable but are quite normal. They usually pass after a few minutes.
For more information on sex during pregnancy, go to https://patient.info/health/diet-and-lifestyle-during-pregnancy
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