Hi. I'm new to this forum and would like to talk about being pregnant and just over the 1 year mark of marriage. Some questions: <BR>-Do people have sex when they're pregnant? I'm worried because I've been very sick for the last 31/2 months, AND my husband is sleeping in another room because I am so restless at night and get up at least 6-7x. I want to be close and happy and all that, but I feel like CRAP!<BR>-who did you have in the delivery room with you while giving birth?<BR>-what can I eat besides noodles and crackers without throwing up?<BR>Any musings on being newly pregnant and married would be greatly appreciated!<BR>Thanks!<BR>

I am sorry you are having a rough time. I had my first after being married several years (and he is now 15!) but I'll answer anyway...<P>Yes, we had sex. I was lucky and had little sickness with any of my pregnancies, and both my H and I found being pregnant sexy & fun. Hopefully, you will start feelin better soon...I know many people are sick the first few months (I was mostly tired at first). Do try to maintain physical closeness, even if some things don't appeal right now...it is important!<P>I had just my H in the delivery room, any other family waited outside. <P>The few times I was sick, ice cream appealed to me, but I think what stays down is kinda individual...your doctor or nurse may have some other suggestions. A friend of mine used those wristbands for seasickness & said they made a huge difference, BTW...you might try them.<P>Your first child is such a wonderful thing. Congrats!<P>Kathi<BR>

Tinsey,<BR>Congratulations and good luck with your pregnancy and new child.<P>Like Kathi, I was married a few years before I had my first child too. <P>I also didn't have too many problems with being sick, but many of my friends did. One thing that worked for all of us was eating many small meals. Crackers in the morning before climbing out of bed...<P>And, it was great having my H to sleep with. Not only did we have fun with sex, but he was there to "prop" me up when my tummy got bigger. <P>Try to maintain your physical and emotional contact with you H... this is a wonderful time in your life - and you will both be changed people when you have your child.<P>Enjoy!<P>

Hi tinsey. I'm new to the forum as well. I have a nine month old at home. Sorry you're having a hard time, but things should improve. They did for me. And, yes, couples do have sex during pregnancy. My sex drive increased, expecially as I was feeling better. <BR>In the delivery room I had my sister, who's also a mother. It's good to have someone who's close to you that's been through it before. Couldn't have done it without her. Good luck.

You can have sex up until right before delivery. The last time we did it was 2 days before I gave birth, so no, orgasms won't induce labor. as long as you aren't in pain or having any problems, go for it.<P>You can try raspberry leaf tea for morning sickness. Ginger tea may also help. <P>The H was in the delivery room- along with a dozen doctors and nurses it seemed. What a weird situation for giving birth. It was so sterile, bright, and lonely. Everybody was focused on my crotch and not on me! I was in pain!<P>Anyway, it *is* a beautiful event despite the horror stories. Good luck to ya!