Increased fluid in your circulatory system and pressure on veins in your legs from your expanding uterus are two combined causes for varicose veins. Varicose veins are hereditary but will diminish significantly after birth. Having sex during pregnancy will not harm your baby. During the first trimester, though, you may not feel like making love because of nausea, tiredness or physical discomfort. By the middle months, you will probably be feeling your best physically, emotionally and sexually, and making love can be an enjoyable and satisfying experience.
Many couples make love right up until the time of delivery.
Whether or not it involves lovemaking, feeling loved during pregnancy is important for your sense of well being. Remember to speak openly and honestly with your partner about feelings you may be experiencing. The sixteenth week of pregnancy is the earliest stage at which you may become aware of your baby's movements. They will probably feel like butterflies with small bursts of energy at first, but before long it will be the unmistakable kicking and lunging of a live person inside you. Article provided by Nicole Knupsky and Stephanie K. Lewis, Marketing Communications, Magee Women's Hospital.