[Behaviour and attitudes towards the sexuality of the pregnant woman during the last trimester. Phenomenological study].

OBJECTIVE: To explore the life experiences on sexual relationships in the third trimester of pregnancy in primiparous women.

DESIGN: Phenomenological qualitative study, SITE: Cáceres (Extremadura).

PARTICIPANTS: Primiparous women in the third trimester of their pregnancy.

METHODS: We use theoretical sampling, was conducted on pregnant primiparous. The study included 15 participants. The data was collected using in-depth interviews, that were voiced recorded and later transcribed. The analysis was made using Giorgi's proposal.

RESULTS: The results show three main points. Fear of doing damage, mediated by the obstetric history and the desire to have the long-awaited child. Exploring new routes: forms of sexual expression are modified by the physical changes, the fears, and the mobility. Highlighting the importance of other displays of affection and love (kisses and caresses). The Sex Taboo: lack of information against sexuality during pregnancy is still common.

CONCLUSIONS: Women in the third trimester of their pregnancy put aside their sexual appetite and that of their partners, and concentrate in the wellbeing of their new born baby. It highlights the role of the mother before the couple. The more desired and difficult the pregnancy has been, the more the sexual life is reduced. The Health Professionals must advise and inform the couples with an open-minded attitude.