Sex

Sex during pregnancy is something that does happen, albeit more difficult than you may remember.

Understanding your Partner
Your wife, obviously, is going through some changes; hew body is changing and most likely so is her libido. When it comes to sex, your partner is experiencing the same doubts and feelings that you are, possibly to a greater extent. It is important to keep in mind that a lot of women will feel self conscious about how they look, especially during the second trimester when it is sometimes hard to tell if a woman is pregnant or just carrying around a few extra pounds. You have to remain supportive and let her know that you still find her attractive.

Affect on the Baby
Most couples wonder if having sex during pregnancy will hurt the baby. In the majority of cases, the answer is no, your baby is well protected in the womb and will not be injured if you and your partner have sex. Having said that, your wife's doctor knows best, and if the doctor thinks that sex is not a good idea, then follow those instructions and abstain.

Positioning
Quite possibly the most difficult part of having sex while pregnant is finding a comfortable position. During the earlier months, before she gets big, almost any position is still up for grabs. But as she gets bigger, the list of comfortable and even plausible positions diminishes. In the later stages, it is all trial and error. You and your wife will have to experiment and try different positions until you find some that work.

Alternatives to Standard Sex
If finding a good position is not working, other sexual activities work as well. Oral sex is on the table and is rewarding for both partners. As Kevin Nelson says, "Cunnilingus... is safe as long as you do not blow and air into her vagina. Doing this could cause an obstruction in a blood vessel and be dangerous for both the mother and the child" (Nelson, 2004). And fellatio is always a safe alternative. If none of these options plausible or possible, masturbation is always a viable alternative.