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Does having frequent sex during pregnancy help with the delivery of the baby?

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Dr. Thomas Namey answered

Specializes in Rheumatology

Not really!: Go easier the last month, but frequent sex during pregnancy keeps everyone happy (hopefully). Women carrying a male usually express more interest in sex, getting a testosterone infusion from the male fetus. Too vigorous sex late can induce contractions.

Answered 1/21/2017

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