Are Sex Toys Safe to Use During Pregnancy?

By Jody Morse, published Jan 08, 2008
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Many pregnant women make the decision to continue having a sex life after they have become pregnant. In many cases, this is considered a perfectly natural and healthy thing for a pregnant woman to do. What about using sex toys while you are pregnant? Is it safe? Can it cause any birth defects or other problems? Here, we will take a much closer look at whether or not it is safe to use sex toys during pregnancy.

Are Sex Toys Safe to Use During Pregnancy? - Doctor's Approval

We are constantly hearing that it is not unsafe to have sex during pregnancy. However, this is not always the case. There are some circumstances in which it is important for you to make sure that you refrain from having any type of sexual penetration during your pregnancy. One such circumstance is if you are at risk of having a premature labor, as having an orgasm can cause you to have contractions. Before making the decision to have any type of sexual contact during pregnancy, which also includes using sex toys, the best thing that you can do is talk to your doctor about it. Don't automatically assume that it is safe for you to have sexual contact, but if your doctor says you are able to, you should keep in mind that it will also be okay for you to use sex toys during pregnancy.

Are Sex Toys Safe to Use During Pregnancy? - Amount of Pressure

One of the most important things that needs to be taken into consideration is how much pressure you will be using when you decide to have fun with a sex toy. It is important to keep in mind that a sex toy will typically provide much more pressure than the flesh of a human will. If you should make the decision to go ahead and use a sex toy during your pregnancy, the best thing that you can do is apply a very minimal amount of pressure. It is important to make sure that you are not being forceful with a sex toy while you are pregnant.

Are Sex Toys Safe to Use During Pregnancy? - Pain or Discomfort

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If you're hubby's anything like mine, you don't have time for sex toys because he can't keep his hands off you when you're pregnant... Great "classy" need-to-know article.

Posted on 02/28/2008 at 7:02:04 PM

 
A great article, and information that people wonder about but are afraid to ask....

Posted on 01/12/2008 at 6:01:09 AM

 
excellent info.....

Posted on 01/09/2008 at 11:01:26 AM

 
Good article. I thought sex was scary during pregnancy!

Posted on 01/09/2008 at 10:01:22 AM

 
This one should get you zillions of page views, Jody! I never thought about this, but I'm sure it's a question many women wonder about- and you handled it so well!

Posted on 01/09/2008 at 10:01:46 AM

 
Super job of dealing with a topic that many people might wonder about but wouldn't have the courage to discuss with a doctor, necessarily. You covered the information so well!

Posted on 01/09/2008 at 9:01:58 AM

 
Good info!

Posted on 01/09/2008 at 5:01:10 AM

 
great job with this topic!

Posted on 01/09/2008 at 3:01:34 AM

 
I agree with Kim! A lot of women are uncomfortable asking questions like this - good job.

Posted on 01/08/2008 at 10:01:34 PM

 
Thanks for all of the comments! I agree that it is a topic that may make some people chuckle a bit, but as Kim said, it is really something that women need to be informed on.

Posted on 01/08/2008 at 9:01:23 PM

 
Excellent! You're a trailblazer!

Posted on 01/08/2008 at 7:01:42 PM

 
Good job, Jody! I'm still chuckling -- you do a nice job on some "interesting" topics.

Posted on 01/08/2008 at 7:01:26 PM

 
How could this title not get people's attention? :)

Posted on 01/08/2008 at 7:01:31 PM

 
This is a really good topic choice Jody and you handled it with finesse and professionalism. Women, especially young women who are having their first child, need to learn about these things and they are often embarrassed to ask their doctor, mother, or friend. Great job!

Posted on 01/08/2008 at 6:01:20 PM

 
I wouldn't have thought of this one either. Great work!

Posted on 01/08/2008 at 6:01:52 PM

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