The knee-elbow position is not only a pose for having sex. This provision is also an element of therapeutic exercises prescribed to pregnant women in the late stages of gestation (usually after the 20th week).
When making love, the knee-elbow pose is considered the most suitable for the sexual intercourse to lead to pregnancy. There is also a belief that it is such a position that is favorable for the conception of a male child.
During pregnancy, this position performs several other functions, and its purpose becomes necessary due to a change in the position of the pelvic organs and abdominal cavity under the influence of an enlarging uterus.
Position “on all fours” in sex: pros and cons
As the name implies, a woman is on her knees and elbows, a man is behind. This pose is considered the most natural, since the vast majority of living beings on the planet prefer it for sex.
The advantages of this provision are as follows:
- A high probability of becoming pregnant (even for those women who have a bent uterus).
- Deep penetration, stimulation of the clitoris with the base of the penis.
- A man at the back has the opportunity to caress his partner’s buttocks, chest and genitals.
- The pose is convenient for lovers of anal sex.
Disadvantages:
- Conditions are created for filling the vagina with air, which can lead to a weakening of the contact of its walls and penis.
- Some women find this position offensive, degrading.
What is the best position to get pregnant quickly?
The choice of posture for sex in the issue of conception is of no small importance. It is necessary to adhere to the following principle: the creation of conditions under which sperm will not leak from the vagina. This will increase the chances for the egg to merge with the sperm.
The knee-elbow position at conception perfectly meets this requirement. In addition to the fact that seminal fluid accumulates in the vagina and flows directly to the cervix, this pose also creates the conditions for the closest possible closeness of the uterus and penis, which is also a favorable factor for pregnancy.
Is it possible to affect the sex of the child at conception?
The knee-elbow posture in sex is considered to be the position that increases the likelihood of a boy being born. However, in this matter, it is also necessary to take into account the day of the menstrual cycle. Sexual intercourse, which occurred during or immediately after ovulation, favors the fertilization of the egg with a sperm containing the Y chromosome.
Knee-elbow position during pregnancy: reasons for the appointment
The growing uterus displaces and compresses adjacent organs and vessels, violates their normal position relative to each other. Of course, pregnancy is not a pathology, but a physiological process, but nevertheless, it can cause certain inconveniences.
In order to reduce such undesirable effects as impaired renal function due to compression of the ureters, lack of blood supply to the pelvic organs and lower extremities due to constriction of the vessels, therapeutic gymnastics is prescribed.
The knee-elbow position during pregnancy is also effective in reducing the
increased tone of the uterus. It is used as an additional means of treating the threat of interruption of gestation; it helps to change the incorrect position (transverse or pelvic) of the fetus to head down. The knee-elbow pose is also of great importance for relieving the load from the spine and back muscles, and it also prevents excessive uterine pressure on the intestines, reducing the likelihood of hemorrhoids.
What does the position on the elbows and knees look like?
The name, in principle, makes clear what this provision is. However, questions about how to properly stand in the elbow-elbow pose still arise occasionally. Can I arch my back? Are you allowed to put your head in your hands? Can i use fitball?
The main principle of this position is to keep the shoulders and head below the buttocks, and the posture itself should contribute to relaxation and rest, and not create additional discomfort and turn gymnastics into something uncomfortable and difficult.
A woman kneels, and then transfers her weight forward to the shoulder girdle, resting on her elbows. You can lower your head, even extend your arms and lie on your chest, the main thing is to make sure that the pelvis remains the highest point of the body. You don’t need to strain your back and hold it, sagging your abdomen is normal, because the knee-elbow posture is designed to reduce the load on the spine, and not to arrange additional workouts for it (the need to wear the ever-increasing weight of the pregnant uterus makes the back muscles strain more than usual )
Some believe that on a fitball (a large ball for aerobics) to take this position is more convenient and easier. Someone prefers to put pillows under the head and chest for greater comfort. And some can keep their weight on their elbows, without experiencing difficulties, and find this situation very convenient.
The elbow-elbow position during pregnancy implies various variations to give it maximum comfort. The main thing is not to violate the fundamental principle - the pelvis is above the head.
Do not forget about the benefits for the baby
The knee-elbow position has a beneficial effect not only on the health of the expectant mother, she is in many ways good for the child. The uterus in this position shifts forward, significantly reducing pressure on the vessels, including those through which oxygen and useful substances necessary for the baby are delivered to the placenta.
This position also helps to ensure that the fetus is correctly located in the uterine cavity. This is one way to correct lateral position or pelvic presentation before it becomes impossible.
What to do if the knee-elbow position causes discomfort?
Some women complain that this posture causes pain in the back instead of relieving tension. Why is this happening?
As mentioned above, the elbow-elbow position has several possible variations. You just need to choose the one that will not cause inconvenience.
Back pain can occur if a woman does not relax, does not allow her tummy to sag freely, tries to keep her back straight. It is important to understand that the knee-elbow position in this case is not an element of aerobics. Gymnastics for pregnant women does not have the goal of straining the back muscles. This can be done after childbirth. Now the goal is different - relaxation and rest. Do not be shy to use additional devices, such as pillows and fitball, if they increase the comfort of the knee-elbow position.
If all the recommendations are followed, but the pain still continues to bother, you should consult a doctor. Discomfort in the lumbar region may not be associated at all with the incorrect performance of gymnastics for pregnant women, but rather signal an exacerbation of osteochondrosis or kidney disease.
To summarize
The knee-elbow position has several advantages both in conception and in bearing the fetus. Its use for mother and baby is not in doubt, and the absence of side effects makes it also completely safe.
This is a very effective method for those who want to get pregnant quickly, as well as reduce some undesirable manifestations of their interesting situation. It is also indispensable in the event that the child does not want to turn head down in any way, taking the most favorable position for childbirth.