The Best Position for Sexual Intercourse During Pregnancy

6.07.2010 | By: A. B.

Pregnancy is the time when a woman's body goes through various changes. In order to experience a satisfactory sexual intercourse during pregnancy we need an original approach. So what is the best position for sexual intercourse during pregnancy?

When you have sexual intercourse during pregnancy you should forget the missionary position and focus on stimulation of the nipples. (Photoxpress)

Find the best position for sexual intercourse during pregnancy

A couple has to experiment to find the best position for sexual intercourse during pregnancy. The position has to be adjusted according to the woman's pregnant belly and the position of the fetus. It is best to forget about the missionary position, because it is far too uncomfortable.

One of the best positions for sexual intercourse during pregnancy is the position where the woman is on top and also the so called 'doggy style'. These two positions are especially suitable after the first four months of pregnancy, when the physical changes in a woman are becoming quite noticeable and the standard missionary position could be painful for a woman.

Sexual intercourse during pregnancy according to Idiot's Guide to Amazing Sex

The book explains that most women confessed they find the position when they are on top the best for sexual intercourse during pregnancy, because it also allows them to control the pace and the depth of penetration. The position 'from the side' is very similar especially if the woman adjusts into the position of a 'spoon' which will allow her to experience direct penetration.

'The doggy style' position is one of the best positions for sexual intercourse during pregnancy

In this position the baby weight completely transfers to the abdomen and it does not put pressure on the back which is already suffering because of larger breasts. This position allows the stimulation of the clitoris and the woman can experience a very deep penetration because she is not inhibited by her pregnant belly.

If you cannot give up the missionary position , the woman should lie on her back and you can do her 'from the side'. She may not be completely happy because she will have to lift her legs so that the belly will not inhibit her but the position is nevertheless very suitable for pregnant women.

Another option is to try the 'sitting position' so that the partners can look into each others eyes. For this position the partner sits between the woman's legs. But the position can only be practiced if you are not too highly pregnant and if your belly does not inhibit you too much. The position is also excellent for stimulation of breasts and nipples.

Sexual intercourse during pregnancy also depends on the partner

Pregnancy is the time when everything changes and it is unreasonable to expect that there will be no complications in last few months of pregnancy. Therefore it is best to accept the changes with positive attitude and stand by your pregnant partner when she needs you the most.

If you notice that she does not enjoy a certain position during pregnancy you should adjust to her and use the position that pleases her. Pay special attention to her nipples and if she does not feel like penetration, offer her oral sexual intercourse.