TITLE:
Modifications of sexual activity during uncomplicated pregnancy: A prospective investigation of Spanish women
AUTHORS:
Raquel Escudero-Rivas, Pilar Carretero, África Caño, Milagros Cruz, Jesús Florido
KEYWORDS:
Sexuality; Frequency of Intercourse; Satisfaction; Orgasm
JOURNAL NAME:
Health,
Vol.5 No.8,
August
6,
2013
ABSTRACT:
Introduction: Pregnancy is a time of profound changes in a woman’s
life. These changes can influence her sexual behaviour and the relationship
with her partner. The purpose of this article is to study sexual behaviour modification
before and during pregnancy in a cohort of healthy Spanish pregnant women. Methods: This is a prospective cohort
study in which 111 pregnant women took part. They completed a questionnaire
about their sexual habits before pregnancy and at 20, 30 and 38 weeks
(frequency of intercourse and orgasm, satisfaction with their relationships
and pain or discomfort). Results:
Intercourse frequency decreased progressively during pregnancy at all times
studied relative to pre-regnancy periods, to a significant degree (p