In general it's safe to make love during pregnancy but there are some circumstances where it may be too risky. These include:
- You have ruptured membranes (your water has broken)
- History of premature birth or labor
- If you experience unexplained vaginal bleeding or discharge
- Placenta previa
- An incompetent cervix or
- If the cervix has dilated prematurely
- If you or your partner has a sexually transmitted disease