What it's really like to have sex when you're pregnant

What it's really like to have sex when you're pregnant

March 10, 2026 · 7 min · Season 1 · Episode 110

About this episode

This episode discusses the often-taboo topic of sex during pregnancy, addressing myths, fears, and personal experiences while incorporating medical insights.

In this episode, we’re talking about something that doesn’t get nearly enough attention - sex during pregnancy. It’s often treated like a taboo topic, even though a lot of people are curious about it. We break down the myths, the fears, and the awkward questions that many couples are too shy to ask, and look at what actually happens when intimacy meets pregnancy. We also touch on how modern online spaces like http://www.onlypics.com/ shape expectations around bodies and sexuality at different life stages. We also dive into the science behind it, including whether sex can trigger labor, what’s actually safe, and why so many concerns are based more on anxiety than reality. With insights from medical professionals, we explore what’s going on in the body and why, in most cases, sex during pregnancy is completely fine - as long as everything is healthy and you’re listening to your doctor. Along the way, we even connect this to broader cultural topics, like how perceptions of sexuality have evolved over time, including things like nipple pasties history and how intimacy has been expressed across eras. But beyond the facts, this episode is really about real experiences. We share honest…

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