Sex and Pregnancy

Wed. Mar 18, 2009 | 3:12 PM

We're talking about the taboo subject of sex and pregnancy.

Medical expert Dr. Raj gives us the 411 on the dos and don'ts of having sex while you're pregnant. Find out if certain positions are okay -- and how late into your pregnancy you can actually have sex. Plus, is it really possible to have an orgasmic birth? Then meet men who are turned on, and others who are completely turned off by their pregnant wives. Host Mark Walberg from "Moment of Truth" and his wife stop by to candidly talk about sex, pregnancy and childbirth.

Tell Us: Do you have any questions about sex during pregnancy?

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Pregnant sex is the best sex. during both of my prenancies my sex drive was in overdrive and my fiance' loved it just as much as me. i felt like i might as well enjoy it as much as possible now because once the baby comes you're lucky to spend 5 minutes alone together

Posted by Danyel 03/19/09 8:45 PM

I think sex when you are pregnant is a great thing. I know that when I was pregnant I wanted it everyday sometimes twice a day because I felt the first round was not good enough to what I was use to. My daughter's father always felt that he was going to hurt her or that she was getting in the way of performing and that was always his excuse for not being at his best but I like the fact that when you are pregnant you can have sex as much as you want and not worry about getting pregnant again so no condomns are involved. The bad thing about my pregnancy was when it came time to deliver and I used the bathroom on myself. I had no clue but when I stood up after the feeling came back to my legs my room smelled bad. I was embarrassed several months later when I brought it up and I was informed that I used the bathroom on myself

Posted by Dominique 03/19/09 8:01 PM

I agree with Rachelle.

Posted by Kia 03/19/09 6:39 PM

WHY DOES TYRA ALWAYS DO SHOWS SHE KNOWS NOTHING ABOUT? I MEAN ITS ONE THING TO DO THE SHOW, BUT TO ACT LIKE SHE KNOWS EVERYTHING ABOUT CERTAIN TOPICS. I HATE IT WHEN SHE TALKS ABOUT BEING A PARENT AND STUFF LIKE THAT BECAUSE SHE HAS NO CLUE UNTIL YOU LIVE IT! I ALSO HATE WHEN SHE TALKS ABOUT MARRIAGE AND TRIES TO FIX OTHER PEOPLE'S MARRIAGE OR PARENTING SKILLS....I MEAN COME ON, WHY WOULD YOU WANT ADVICE GIVEN TO YOU FROM SOMEONE WHO HAS NO EXPERIENCE IN THOSE PARTS OF LIFE....I THINK UNLESS YOU ARE TALKING ABOUT MODELING, MAKEUP, OR TYRA HERSELF, THEN YOU SHOULDN'T BE LISTENING TO THIS INSANE WOMAN'S THOUGHTS AND TAKING THEM TO HEART.

Posted by beca 03/19/09 6:29 PM

Tyra you have to think about the thousands or millions of people you have watching your show not just your audience. Your audience consists of people that idolize you and worship you or they just want to be you. I also notice that when you take comments from your audience members they always seem to agree with how you think. Dont be too caught up or be swell headed by them always remember they are all types of people watching your show.

Posted by candy 03/19/09 5:36 PM

Anonymous; I think everyone who is giving birth is a little scared whether or not it will affect the birth is another thing. I would advice you to talk to your doctor and try to calm down and think happy thoughts. Practice your breathing exercise if you have any or go online and see if you can find anything out about giving birth. Pray if you have to. I dont want to scare you but when I was giving birth I felt nervous scared and overwhelmed with the pain. But when my daughter was born and I saw her face it was all worth it and I never thought about how tramatic it was for me. Think about having your baby and being a mother and everthing will work out fine and if its your first pregnancy your motherly instinct will kick it so dont worry too much.

Posted by ann 03/19/09 5:18 PM

I have a question for any one that could answer it, I'm 37 weeks and scared to give birth I herd that when you'll in labor and if you are scared the baby will take longer to come out. is this true?

Posted by Anonymous 03/19/09 4:19 PM

In the case of the pregnant girl who worked at the bunny ranch, tyra since you are amonst some of the riches celebretes, why did you not offer to give her some help? I know you cant help everyone, but you could at least help that one girl on your show. dont you think? I noticed that whenever you are giving away anything on your show it doesnt come directly from your pocket and I remember when you did your show you expressed how you didnt like spending alot of money on things you buy. If you really want to make a difference and be a good role model start putting your money where your mouth is.

Posted by monique 03/19/09 4:16 PM

I saw the Tyra show today and it took me back to my prego days (15 months ago)I LOVED sex when I was pregnant and could not get enough of it!!! Before pregnancy I had a very low sex drive but during it was off the charts so you can just imagine how i felt when i went into preterm labor at 26 weeks (6 months) and was told that I could no longer do it. Although I was in and out the hospital and was on bed rest, I liked being pregnant. I am a short 90+ pound woman so when I started putting on weight, I did not mind. I loved everything that came with the pregnancy, I had a glow to me and even felt like I looked better. I am thinking about getting pregnant again just for the sex LOL

Posted by Ci Ci 03/19/09 3:59 PM

Hey TONY to answer your question and I am not tyra but i was watching that part of the show . the doctor said you can have it right up until you give birth it depends on the type of pregnancy and if you are high risk and what your personal doctor thinks. Each pregnancy is different and you should consult with your doctor before you listen to anyone ok. I hope I was off a little help to you. I dont think tyra will answer you personally lol

Posted by maryloo 03/19/09 3:50 PM

I never realy watched all of your show today but I got what the show was about. It was nice of you to do a show about sex and pregnancy to educate all those men and women out there who think they are hurting their baby. There was the situation when you are high risk or having twins which I hope everyone saw. Then you had to go back to one of your guest who was in a situation being pregnant and having to work at the bunny ranch, then you got people angry again. Tyra you have to stop judging people not everyone can be as fortunate as you and you are entitled to your opinion but its not what you do is how you do it. You have to use diplomacy when you are dealing with your guests. I hope you are reading these comments and taking them serious. Its not about the good comments you get its all about the bad comment. You have to understand that its just the way of life you do alot of good shows no one remember but when you do one bad show everyone remember. Stop attacking your guests and try not to come off as someone who dont care. I guess your intensions are good, but tyra you would never see oprah screaming at any of her guests. You have to gain the respect of your viewers because remember we are not in your audience receiving free things or clapping on or off cue. I think you are to amused by the people in your audience and sometimes you forget about the viewers at home.

Posted by maryloo 03/19/09 3:39 PM

First of all I want to say they ALL should know better, & have better morals, but given the situations they are all affiliated with their attitudes don't surprise me after thinking about it. I agree w/Tyra when she addressed that man who was having sex w/this pregnant prostitute that there was something in his childhood that made him preverted. Then there's the man who runs the brothel..like Tyra said "it's business" He is just like a pimp! Then the father of the baby is a total looser sitting there smirking like he didn't have a care in the world & exploits girls because the ages of the females he's impregnanting are girls! The girl....could live less lavishly & if she feels this is the only way to pay her bills she doesn't think much of herself so how is she gonna really have careful considerations about the wealfare of this unborn child. Yes, it seems she feels some guilt, because this is not what she envisioned her life to be, but she needs to take a back seat to material items because that child won't know the difference in a house or a apartment, or what kind of car they ride in or how many clothes it has or not. Sad situation & she needs to be removed from that environment & receive some counseling.

Posted by Carma 03/19/09 3:34 PM

My daughter thought i was crazy when i said i wanted to get online and say something. And now that i have seen some of the comments it calmed me down because i was sooooo glad to see that i wasn't the only one that Tyra pissed off today. You may be top model but that i know of there is only one GOD who can judge us and it's not you. When did you get your phd that you think you know how to council these folks. You may not have been attacking her physically but with the words that came out of your mouth who wouldn't cry. Your mom was single but not pregnant at the time she became a single mom, big difference. She could of just prostituted herself off the streets at least she went somewhere that they take care of their girls. To a clean environment. Also, you need to keep trying so hard. Some of your actions are very inmature. I had been debating whether or not i wanted to continue watching the Tyra Show and now i know i won't. Oh how i wish i could have been in your audience today.

Posted by Gloria 03/19/09 2:55 PM

I have to admit, I am one of the rare who hated being pregnant (not that I hated the idea of having a child) just hated all the physical aspects that came along with it. I was one of those petite women, who only showed in my stomach area as I grew bigger, I felt like I had a cuteness about myself and didn’t feel so much as being ugly as I did “weighed down”. I prefer being pregnant during warmer months (more breathable clothing). On the thing about pregnant prostitute, I feel like we shouldn’t be judging her actions as something that’s so bad and shouldn’t condone others before we look ourselves. None of us are perfect and shouldn’t pass judgment on those who might not have had the same background and upbringing (which causes different personal opinions and morals).

Posted by proud_mommy 03/19/09 2:49 PM

Where is the stuff about having a home birth? I had my daughter at home in a tub and it was perfect. I'm sick of mainstream medicine disregarding home births. They are safer than hospitals, more spiritual, and totally awesome!

Posted by Linze 03/19/09 2:27 PM