The Internet is replete with reports that California resident Jessica Allen, who agreed to become a surrogate mother for a Chinese couple, also became pregnant by her husband.
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We've gathered expert opinions on the subject to find out whether it's really possible to get pregnant while pregnant.
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Take care of your well-being
Unsuccessful attempts to conceive a child lead to stress for both partners. Nervousness does not have the best effect on a woman’s ovulation and has a bad effect on the activity of male sperm. Therefore, it is worth trying methods of relaxation and well-being such as acupuncture and massage.
A healthy lifestyle when planning a pregnancy is by no means a fanatical passion for your favorite sport. Do you love fitness? Reduce activity and stress. Instead of three classes a week, take one. The same applies to men’s physical activity. But healthy eating and staying in the fresh air longer will not be superfluous. Ideally, such a noble goal as conceiving a child could serve as an incentive for a spouse to quit smoking.
Many young women are too keen on all sorts of diets. The result of this can be exhaustion of the body and the creation of an unfavorable background for conception. Therefore, if you want to lose weight and become a mother, you will have to choose one of two.
Consultation with a doctor
You have no pain, your cycle is regular, your general health is excellent, but pregnancy is not occurring?
It's time to go to the antenatal clinic and undergo a medical examination. If the examination reveals any health problems, you must strictly follow the doctor’s advice and undergo additional examination and treatment if necessary. By the way, it wouldn’t hurt to take a cycle of vitamins and start taking folic acid (vitamin B9). They will significantly reduce the risk of neurological defects in the unborn child.
If you take emergency contraception
An effective traditional medicine method for stimulating conception is a decoction of ortilia lopsided. 2 tbsp. spoons of ortilia (flowers and leaves) need to be brewed in 30 ml of boiling water, put the mixture on the fire for 10 minutes. The strained broth is drunk 1 tbsp. l. 3-4 times a day. It is also useful to eat pumpkin pulp, because it contains vitamin E, a regulator of female hormonal balance.
Apple cider vinegar is beneficial for female infertility. Honey and apple cider vinegar, one tablespoon each, can be added to the ortilia infusion or taken with water before meals.
An interesting recommendation from traditional medicine is based on douching with a weak soda solution before sexual intercourse. Some women claim that this helps with thrush and creates ideal conditions for sperm in the vagina.
Don't get too hung up on the topic of conception. Much depends on the psychological mood, and even on a change of environment. Try going to the mountains with your husband!
Emergency contraception significantly reduces the chances of getting pregnant, but does not eliminate them completely. Doctors confirm that taking the pill within 24 hours after sexual intercourse is 95% effective. But the more you delay, the less protection you have. Standard contraception is more effective and less expensive.
Reasons and when this is possible
As you know, conception is possible only during ovulation, that is, when the egg leaves the ovary. After the egg is fertilized by a sperm, it implants into the wall of the uterus and pregnancy begins. In this case, ovulation stops for a long time and does not return even immediately after childbirth (usually no earlier than 2 months).
But in a strange phenomenon known as superfetation , a pregnant woman still ovulates a few weeks after conception and fertilizes another egg. As a result, the woman becomes pregnant with two children at the same time.
Nobody knows why this happens. But according to Karen Boyle, a nationally recognized expert in reproductive medicine, superfetation can occur when implantation of the first embryo is delayed, preventing a surge in hormones.
Delayed implantation is said to occur in rabbits and some other animals (although this has not been well studied). In humans, this phenomenon appears to be so rare that there are only about ten reported cases in the United States and isolated cases in other countries.
Could this be due to growth retardation of the first embryo? Definitely. But, as Dr. Boyle adds, we cannot rule out the possibility that superfetation is sometimes simply not known about, but it has happened.
Are babies born at the same time? Yes.
In the earliest known cases, the difference in the children's ages was discovered after both children were born vaginally. These days, the condition is detected during an ultrasound, giving the expectant mother and doctor time to plan the birth - usually a planned caesarean section, since only one of the babies is full-term.
Immediately after an abortion or miscarriage
Pregnancy is possible because ovulation will occur in the ovaries already in the first cycle. Therefore, if a woman does not want to have more children, she should take birth control measures immediately after the abortion. Two abortions in a row are fraught with big problems:
- the formation of adhesions in the tubes and uterus , which will subsequently cause infertility;
- trauma to the cervix , which prevents its future opening during childbirth;
- intractable infertility and miscarriage;
- inflammatory processes of the female genital area;
- menstrual irregularities;
- amenorrhea – absence of menstruation.
Therefore, after an abortion, you need to resolve the issue of contraception - install an IUD or choose birth control pills.
Pregnancy is possible even with the most modern contraceptive methods. Therefore, if you suspect it, you need to consult a gynecologist and be examined. This needs to be done as quickly as possible, especially if the woman is planning to have an abortion. Early termination is easier to tolerate and has minimal complications.
If he came from behind
Yes it's true. A woman can become pregnant during anal sex. How? During sexual intercourse, sperm does not always remain “at the back”. Rectal penetration does not guarantee that a small amount of semen will not enter the vagina. Agree, one is not so far from the other.
Even if you are already pregnant
The most extensive report on the Zika virus and its risk to infants shows that those infected during pregnancy go on to have children with diagnosed birth defects.
Because the data is unclear, this is consistent with a recent report showing that pregnant women are having babies with birth defects. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has advice online about traveling to or living in Zika-affected areas. Mosquito season is heating up again in the northern hemisphere, and the summer break is beginning for many Americans. Here are some answers to some pressing questions about Zika, sex and pregnancy.
What can't you do while pregnant?
Sex during pregnancy requires caution , even if there are no contraindications. Some poses should be avoided during this period. The following positions are considered especially dangerous:
- classic pose (woman lies on her back);
- cowgirl position;
- knee - elbow position.
Regardless of the poses taken, you should start from the woman’s feelings. There should be no discomfort present. You should also avoid putting pressure on your stomach.
It is advisable to avoid intense sex. The exception is when the body is prepared for physical activity. During pregnancy, the risk of injury increases. Exercising caution will prevent unpleasant incidents .
Some couples practice anal sex during pregnancy. A woman's sensitivity increases during this period. Due to the flow of blood to the pelvis, the tissues become more elastic. Pain sensations are reduced.
Despite all the advantages, practicing anal sex during pregnancy is not recommended. It increases the risk of infectious diseases. Bacteria from the rectum enter the vagina, changing its microflora. Such diseases are difficult to treat. In this case, it is easier to prevent than to treat in the future.
A woman's enjoyment during pregnancy has a positive effect on the process of bearing a child . But everything must be done in moderation. It is recommended to discuss all the nuances of sexual life with your partner in advance. Much depends on his behavior and attitude towards a woman.
If it doesn't leave room in the tip of the condom
Just turn your head on. Rushing in the midst of events, and using teeth as a tool to get rid of the condom package is a definite no. It may happen that the partner accidentally pierces the product itself. Same thing with scissors. Just slow down and take an extra 3 seconds to open the package with your fingers, pulling in the cut area.
Lack of vacant space at the tip of the condom can cause sperm to penetrate through the edges.
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Nothing is eternal under the Moon. If your partner fishes a condom out of your wallet, think twice before going to bed with him. Expired latex loses its elasticity and strength. The same applies not only to the effects of time, but also to warm or cold temperatures.
Sexual contact during menstruation
In the modern world, there are different practices experienced by couples during sex. Many people make great love during the “red” days, while others may simply feel sick at the thought of it. In this regard, many people ask the question: “Why do many people prefer to have sex during bleeding in women?” The answer to this can be this: a man is designed in such a way that basically he constantly wants sex, and therefore for many it becomes torture to abstain even for a few days. Because of this, they have to love their partner even on such days. And in women, desire simply increases during menstrual days and many cannot cope with this, but simply make love.
Of course, sex is good, but it's worth considering whether it's really safe during your period. Therefore, sexual intercourse during menstruation can be done in several cases:
- if you have a regular sexual partner, of whose fidelity you are confident;
- if your man does not suffer from infectious sexually transmitted diseases.
During the period of “red” days, the internal microflora of the vagina and uterus is vulnerable. Therefore, you should definitely use a condom on “these” days, so that after a pleasant night you do not develop problems of a different nature.
Protected sex
When you definitely won't be able to conceive the first time
There are several factors that can make it very difficult to conceive the first time:
- constant nervous tension of partners, stress;
- woman is too low (less than 50 kg) or overweight;
- long-term abstinence from sexual intercourse;
- taking certain medications, especially drugs for gastritis and ulcers;
- even slight dehydration of the female body;
- partners' addiction to alcohol or cigarettes;
- too heavy loads, active strength training of a woman;
- using lubricants during sex;
- taking too much vitamin C;
- drinking a lot of coffee.
All these factors are easy to eliminate for a while, but this is what can help a couple get pregnant the first time.
Stories of women who became pregnant during pregnancy
Below I have collected several such interesting, phenomenal cases.
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ALISON JENNINGS GAVE TWO DAUGHTERS WITH JUST A WEEK AGE DIFFERENCE
from the UK look like any other twin girls, but doctors believe they were conceived within a week of each other. The parents learned that their daughters were growing at different rates at 12 weeks of pregnancy during a sonogram. Doctors told the couple they believed the smaller child was conceived five days after the first.
Grace, the smaller baby, was so small at the time that the nurse who did the ultrasound couldn't take a picture of her.
Unfortunately, Alison had a difficult pregnancy and was admitted to hospital at 37 weeks with pneumonia. Due to Alison's difficulty breathing, doctors decided to perform a Caesarean birth.
When is the best time to plan a new pregnancy?
Doctors advise that the interval between births should be no less than 1-1.5 years; if this is done earlier, then there are some dangers. Most often, these opinions are due to the fact that the woman’s body has not yet had time to return to normal after a previous birth and, if she has to carry a child again, the likelihood of a miscarriage will be quite high, diseases and premature birth are also possible.
Never rush into a subsequent pregnancy
Are you wondering how you can get pregnant soon after giving birth? Then it should be taken into account that as soon as the baby is born, he requires a lot of attention from the mother, a connection should be established between them that will bring them as close as possible. And if a woman becomes pregnant soon after her first birth, she will bear a huge burden on her body, especially if it is not yet strong enough. You can also note a very important factor: if your first birth was carried out by caesarean section, then you should plan another pregnancy no earlier than 2-3 years later. This is so because the uterine scar may rupture, unable to withstand the load.
When is it safe to have sex during menstruation?
There is an opinion that there really are days when you can safely have sex without fear of getting pregnant. And this is true, but it is impossible to accurately calculate these days without special equipment and tests, because each organism is individual. The fact is that the first three days of menstruation release a lot of blood, and as you know, sperm do not like blood. This is enough for the majority to die. But it’s worth remembering that each woman’s periods are different and the amount of discharge is also different.
Usually on the fifth or sixth day there is scanty bleeding and this is an excellent time to conceive. As is already known, sperm can live in a woman’s uterus and fallopian tubes for several days, and special “live ones” can remain active for seven days. Therefore, if there is a hormonal imbalance, ovulation can easily occur, which will lead to pregnancy. This is the answer to the question: “Is there a chance of getting pregnant on the fifth or sixth day of your period?”
Important: there is a widespread belief among people that douching with herbs, your own urine, citric acid, soda, and so on can help prevent pregnancy. But these are all fairy tales, and apart from washing out your own beneficial microflora, at best, this will not cause any harm. In some cases, chemical burns of the vagina and uterus are also possible. Therefore, you should be skeptical about all folk methods.
What are the different methods of contraception, and which ones are the most reliable?
How to get pregnant interests all women who are going to have children, but contraception is an equally important point in sexual life. First, it’s worth understanding biological methods of contraception, that is, without any pharmaceutical drugs, although they cannot be called contraception, but they always remain very popular. Their great advantage is that they are available to everyone, since they do not require any financial investment, as well as known facts about this. But everything is not as simple as it seems to us.
More about ovulation
A woman of childbearing age can conceive a child 1-2 days a month, and then not every menstrual cycle. The period favorable for conception is called “ovulation”. At this time, the egg is completely ready to merge with the sperm. Therefore, a reliable way to conceive is to have sex during the period of ovulation. How to calculate it?
You can buy special ovulation tests. Another option is to monitor how you feel mid-cycle. Ovulation is usually accompanied by a surge of sexual desire and an increase in vaginal discharge. This period lasts no more than two days. This is how long an egg lives without being fertilized by a sperm.
But sometimes conception occurs during intercourse and before ovulation. After all, the sperm of a healthy man have the ability to be active in the female genital tract for several days. Therefore, for conception, one single such sperm is enough.
