How do orgasms affect pregnant women?

Increased blood flow and sensitivity in the genitals may mean that your orgasms are more in­tense and pleasurable than ever before. In fact, some women experience the first orgasm of their lives -- or multiple orgasms -- during the second trimester of pregnancy. Make sure your man knows that this is a great opportunity for him to help you achieve some of your best orgasms ever. That’s a turn-on for many men. Orgasms may be more elusive in the last tri­mester. Just as oxytocin, the “cuddle hormone,” is released during childbirth, it also flows during orgasm. But don’t worry that climaxing will trigger a miscarriage -- the mild uterine contractions that result won’t harm your baby. But do call your doctor if the post-orgasm contractions are severe or last more than a few minutes.