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Is it possible to get pregnant the day after your period ended?
Yes! Having unprotected sex at any time is risky and can result in pregnancy. Sometimes ovulation — the time when a girl is most likely to become pregnant — can happen within a few days of when your period ends. Also, sperm can fertilize an egg for 72 hours (3 days) after ejaculation.
What is the percentage of getting pregnant the day after your period ends?
Chances of getting pregnant
| Timing of sex relative to ovulation | Average chance of pregnancy |
|---|---|
| 2 days before ovulation | 33% |
| 1 day before ovulation | 42% |
| the day of ovulation | 20% |
| the day after ovulation | 8% |
What is the best day to conceive after a period?
“Sperm can live in fertile cervical mucus for up to 5 days,” she says. An egg can live up to 24 hours after ovulation. Generally, your best chance of getting pregnant is 12-16 days before your period, says Edward Marut, MD, a reproductive endocrinologist with Fertility Centers of Illinois.
How long does it take to start menstruating after pregnancy?
As a general guideline, you can expect your first period after pregnancy: 7 or 8 months, or even longer, after you give birth if you’re breastfeeding exclusively – some women don’t start having periods again until they stop nursing
What are the most fertile days after period?
The day the woman is most fertile is on the day she ovulates . Ovulation occurs about 14 days after the first day of the menstrual period, so the most fertile day is about 8-10 days after your period (if your period lasts 4-6 days), but if you have long menstrual cycles, the day you ovulate will be later.
Can I get pregnant just after my period has finished?
Yes, although it’s not very likely. If you have sex without using contraception, you can conceive (get pregnant) at any time during your menstrual cycle, even during or just after your period.