Question: I have a quick question. I am 6 months pregnant, and was wondering if masturbating is bad. Will it harm the baby if I keep doing this, due to contracting after orgasm? Please help me. I have asked other places only to get nowhere. Please help my husband and me.

Answer: I am not aware of any reason why you should not, if you have a healthy pregnancy. The Mother's Guide to Sex does not mention any potential problems but does mention how important masturbation was to many women during their pregnancy. You may have an increased desire for sex but not necessarily partner sex, and partner sex may not be physically possible in late pregnancy. If you are near full term, or over due, orgasm may trigger delivery. So, enjoy yourself.


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