Observational studyInternational journal of environmental research and public health2023
Quality of Sexuality during Pregnancy, We Must Do Something-Survey Study.
Observational study in International journal of environmental research and public health, 2023. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Cited by 8 papers.
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- The relationship between pregnancy risk perception and attitudes toward sexuality during pregnancy among pregnant women in Türkiye: a cross-sectional study.BMC pregnancy and childbirth · 2026Article
- Pelvic floor disorders and body image concerns as determinants of sexual desire during pregnancy.Scientific reports · 2026Article
- Correlatıonal effect of sexual myths on sexual qualıty of lıfe in pregnancy: a cross-sectıonal study.Sexual medicine · 2026Article
- Predictive factors of maternal obesity and its effects on pregnancy symptoms and sexuality: a hospital-based study.BMC pregnancy and childbirth · 2025Article
- Sexuality and pregnancy: Beliefs and dysfunctions in pregnant women.The journal of obstetrics and gynaecology research · 2025Article
- The role of the perception of partner support in sexual satisfaction and sexual quality of life of primigravidas.Revista da Associacao Medica Brasileira (1992) · 2025Article
- The impact of pregnancy on sexual functioning in Polish women.Archives of gynecology and obstetrics · 2024Article
- Quality of life in women with normal pregnancy.Scientific reports · 2024Article
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6 authors at 2 institutions in 1 country.
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Abstract
backgroundThe main aim of this study was to describe the changes in sexual desire in pregnant women during the gestation period. We also sought to analyze their sexual habits, how they perceive their partners' attitudes, and determine if they know the importance of sex education during pregnancy.
methodsA cross-sectional descriptive observational study was conducted using an existing 32-item questionnaire among pregnant women attending the Fetal Welfare Clinic of a reference hospital. Univariate and bivariate analyses were performed.
resultsOne hundred seventeen women participated. 50.4% stated that their sexual interest decreased. Aspects like the number of coitus, feeling orgasm with penetration or with masturbation, or the frequency of oral sex, were significantly reduced during pregnancy. 90.6% of the women stated that they would like to receive more sex education during pregnancy. There were no differences according to their education level, their partners' education level, or whether they believed that sexual intercourse could harm the baby.
conclusionsSeveral advances have been achieved in the healthcare that physicians and midwives provide pregnant women. However, the quality of women's sex lives still declines during pregnancy. Healthcare providers should assume a proactive role, essential in helping future parents to enjoy their sexuality and dispel myths about sexuality, regardless of their education level.
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