Are orgasms during pregnancy safe? Is it true they feel way better? Here's everything you need to know about having great sex during pregnancy. When you're expecting, the "Big O" can be so intense you might find it unnerving. Orgasm, and sometimes also intercourse, should be avoided if you have any risk factors for preterm labor or certain other pregnancy complications. And you shouldn't have sex if your water has broken.

After a full hour of tossing and turning, my six-months-pregnant belly blocking any hope of getting comfortable, I grabbed my phone and sneaked out to the living room. After a couple of orgasms thanks to my favorite vibrator , I finally felt drowsy. I happily headed back to bed for some peaceful sleep.

In some ways, it does. The smallest odors seem to have you rushing to the toilet to throw up, and even sitcoms can leave you in an emotional puddle of tears. So is it OK to have an orgasm during pregnancy? Always check with your doctor about whether you, specifically, are OK to have sex. However, if you have any of the following, your doctor may indeed tell you to abstain from sexual activity:.