Sex is an important, often neglected, aspect of a relationship during pregnancy.
While some couples find pregnancy adds a new dimension to their sex lives, for others sex causes concern or presents problems. In fact, there is no medical evidence that sexual activity during pregnancy does any harm whatsoever. No injury will occur during gentle, loving sex. Women often experience mild contractions during arousal and orgasm, but these contractions are not powerful enough to start a labour unless it is imminent. While sex won't start labour unless the woman's body is ready, nipple stimulation and intercourse are natural ways to help induce labour in late pregnancy if your baby is overdue.