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Cerclage

A history-indicated cerclage is a cervical stitch planned early in the second trimester because previous pregnancies strongly suggest cervical insufficiency.

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Sex during pregnancy safety and safe positions

Sex during pregnancy safety and safe positions

Is sex safe during pregnancy? In a healthy, uncomplicated pregnancy, sex is generally safe throughout all trimesters. Intercourse, orgasm, mutual masturbation, fingers, and sex toys are typically not harmful when they are comfortable, consensual, and hygienic. The fetus is not in the vagina; it is enclosed within the uterus and cushioned by amniotic fluid. The […]

Cervical insufficiency and cerclage procedure

Cervical insufficiency and cerclage procedure

Understanding cervical insufficiency The cervix is the lower, narrow portion of the uterus that opens into the vagina. In most pregnancies, it remains long and closed until late in the third trimester, when normal cervical ripening begins in preparation for labor. In cervical insufficiency, the cervix may shorten or dilate prematurely, sometimes without contractions, pain, […]