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Prematurity and orgasmic coitus during pregnancy: data on a small sample

N N Wagner, J C Butler, J P Sanders

    Fertility and Sterility
    |August 1, 1976
    PubMed
    Summary

    This study explored the link between pregnancy orgasm and premature birth in 19 mothers. While no direct link to intercourse was found, frequent or intense orgasms during pregnancy may warrant further research due to potential associations with prematurity.

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    Area of Science:

    • Reproductive Health
    • Neonatal Development
    • Obstetrics

    Background:

    • Prematurity poses significant risks to infant development.
    • Understanding factors influencing pregnancy outcomes is crucial.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To investigate a potential relationship between orgasmic coitus during pregnancy and the incidence of premature birth.
    • To explore associations between sexual activity, specifically orgasm, and prematurity.

    Main Methods:

    • Qualitative interviews were conducted with nineteen mothers of premature infants.
    • Exploratory analysis to identify potential correlations.

    Main Results:

    • No significant relationship was found between coitus during pregnancy and prematurity.

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  • A potential association between frequent or intense orgasms during pregnancy and prematurity was suggested.
  • The small sample size limits definitive conclusions.

    • Conclusions:

    • Further research is warranted to explore the suggested association between intense or frequent orgasms during pregnancy and prematurity.
    • Investigating this relationship is important due to the developmental risks associated with prematurity.