There are many myths circulating about the causes of pregnancy, especially among children and adolescents. These myths are often believed because of a lack of sexual knowledge from an early age. However, we should not trust untrue information, especially when it relates to health. While it rarely does harm and may have good intentions, misinformation can be harmful.

The fact that you need to know is that fertilization is the process of meeting a man's sperm with a woman's egg through intercourse or penetration. However, not all conceptions will result in pregnancy because there are many other factors that need to be considered such as the physical condition and fertility of both women and men.

We should no longer believe the myths surrounding the causes of pregnancy. Over-belief in myths can make us feel overly vigilant and lead to undue stress. So, what are these myths? Let's find out together.

Myths Cause Pregnancy

These are some of the myths that cause pregnancy that some people still believe today.

• Kissing
  Many think that kissing the opposite sex, be it the lips, cheeks, or forehead, can cause pregnancy. In fact, this is actually not true. This is because the saliva in the mouth does not contain sperm or egg cells. Therefore, it is impossible for the fertilization process to occur which can lead to pregnancy. So, you don't need to worry when kissing your partner.
  
  
• Holding Hands
  The most popular myth among children and adolescents is that holding hands can cause pregnancy. However, in fact, these myths have no solid foundation and should not be believed. There is no relationship between holding hands and the occurrence of pregnancy because there is no meeting between the sperm and the egg during this activity.
  
  
• Sleeping Side by Side
  Sleeping close to same-sex partners is considered a contributing factor to pregnancy in women. However, this assumption is just a myth. However, don't forget that pregnancy only occurs if there is penetration or intimate intercourse between the partners. So, sleeping close to same-sex partners will not result in pregnancy.
  
  
• Changing Clothes
  Maybe you've heard the myth that wearing the same towel or clothes as the opposite sex can cause pregnancy. However, actually that is not true. Using the same towel as a man will not cause pregnancy. This is because sperm cells that are outside the body can only survive for a few minutes.
  
  Therefore, sperm that sticks to towels, clothes, or bed sheets can only survive until the semen dries. In other words, the possibility of fertilization in women is very small. Even so, you should not share towels and other personal items because it can cause the spread of diseases such as fungi, parasites, or other viruses which are certainly not desirable.
  
  
• Swimming With the Opposite Species
  Many think that swimming in public pools can cause pregnancy, but actually this is just a myth. This myth arises because there is an assumption that sperm can move through the pores of the skin and produce pregnancy. However, this is completely untrue. Therefore, there is no need to worry about swimming in public pools because it will not affect the possibility of pregnancy.
  
  Pregnancy only occurs when a mature egg is successfully fertilized by sperm. The condition of pregnancy can be identified through several signs such as late menstruation or menstruation, nausea and vomiting, and changes in breast size and sensitivity. In addition, frequent urination can also be a sign of pregnancy.

However, keep in mind that each individual may have a different pregnancy experience. To find out more about the myths and facts about pregnancy, you should consult an obstetrician at the nearest hospital.

References:

https://www.halodoc.com/artikel/jangan-salah-ini-4-mitos-penyebab-hamil

https://www.liputan6.com/hot/read/4186806/5-mitos-penyebab-kehamilan-yang-tidak-perlu-dipercaya