Can I get pregnant if I have sex without penetration?

 Getting pregnant

Pregnancy happens when a sperm fertilises an egg, which can happen even if you've not had sexual intercourse (penetration).

During vaginal penetrative sex(where the penis enters the vagina) semen can be ejaculated. Semen is the liquid produced during ejaculation and contains millions of sperm.

As soon as the penis is erect, (before ejaculation), a liquid called pre-ejaculate or "pre-cum" is produced. This liquid can contain thousands of sperm.

The ovaries release 1 or more eggs (ovulation) 12-16 days before a period starts.

The sperm enters the body through the vagina, then travels through the cervix and womb to the fallopian tubes, where the egg is usually fertilised (conception). The egg can be fertilised by sperm contained in semen or pre-ejaculate.

What if I did not have penetrative sex?

It is possible to get pregnant if sperm comes into contact with the vagina, if for example:

• your partner ejaculates very close to your vagina
• your partner's erect penis comes into contact with your genital area (vagina or vulva)

The risk of getting pregnant in this way is very low because sperm can only live for a short time outside the body.

However, if you're not planning a pregnancy, it's important to know that it's possible to get pregnant in this way.

Preventing pregnancy

If you do not want to get pregnant, you should use contraception. For information about the different methods, see: which method of contraception suits me?

It's also important to remember that only condoms can protect you against both pregnancy and sexually transmitted infections (STIs). If you use a condom, put it on as soon as your partner's penis is erect, to prevent any sperm from coming into contact with your vagina.

 

Natural Ways to Increase Sexual Stamina

Ejaculation is one of the most important things when it comes to satisfying sexual intercourse. The average time for ejaculation is considered to be around 5 to 6 minutes, and if your figures are not close to these, then you might have the issue of premature ejaculation. Find out the causes of premature ejaculation and its symptoms to get clarity in your sexual conditions.

If you are not having any sexual problems, then here are some natural ways that can help you increase your sexual stamina:

Exercise Regularly

Exercises and workouts are considered to be an effective way of eliminating sexual problems in men and also improving sex stamina. Regular workouts can also improve your cardiovascular health, which results in enhanced sexual energy.

Some little daily cardio-vascular exercises for men and women enhance stamina for better sex time. You do not have perform intense workouts for that, but some traditional practices can work the same way as running, dancing, cycling, swimming, etc.

Eat a Healthy Diet

Though there is no real evidence to bring light on how changing food habits can help you in enhancing your sexual stamina, there are some types of food that scientifically make you stay longer in bed. It is because changing to a healthy diet with more proteins and vitamins improves your cardiovascular health, which eventually can help you rise up your stamina.

Masturbate

Believe it or not, but masturbation can also help you to improve your sex time with your partner. By doing so, you can control your orgasm times and help you if you are suffering from premature ejaculation.

There are plenty of female partners who find masturbation effective and also helps them to bring more time to orgasm. All these things ultimately lead to pleasurable sex.