When can a girl get pregnant?

You're most fertile at the time of ovulation (when an egg is released from your ovaries), which usually occurs 12 to 14 days before your next period starts. This is the time of the month when you're most likely to get pregnant. It's unlikely that you'll get pregnant just after your period, although it can happen.

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When can a girl get pregnant before her period?

Yes, a girl can get pregnant before she gets her first period. Getting pregnant is related to ovulation. Because a girl can ovulate before having her first period, it is possible to become pregnant if she has sex.

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At what age can a boy get a girl pregnant?

Boys are able to get a girl pregnant when they begin to produce sperm in their semen. This generally begins when they start puberty, which can be from ages 11 to 14. Until puberty begins, males are unable to get a female pregnant.

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Can a 11 year old produce sperm?

Guys start producing spermatozoa (or sperm, for short) at the onset of puberty. Puberty starts at different times for different people. Boys usually start puberty when they're around 10 or 12 years old, though some start a little sooner and others a little later.

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At what age do men stop producing sperm?

Although men never stop producing sperm throughout their lives, sperm production does begin decreasing after age 35. Motility, volume and genetic quality of sperm of older men are less likely to achieve a successful pregnancy even in younger women.

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Can a girl get pregnant after her period? How does a girl know when she's ovulating?

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Can you get pregnant while on period?

Yes — it's possible to get pregnant if you have unprotected sex during your period. But it's not super common, especially during the very beginning of a period. Here's the deal: You're most likely to get pregnant when you have sex right before and during ovulation (when an egg is released).

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Can I get pregnant 5 days before my period?

Is it possible? Although it is possible to get pregnant in the days leading up to your period, it isn't likely. You can only get pregnant during a narrow window of five to six days a month. When these fertile days actually occur depends on when you ovulate, or release an egg from your ovary.

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When are you least fertile?

The days before and during menstruation are the least fertile days of the menstrual cycle. People with a menstrual cycle that is shorter than 28 days could ovulate within days of their period ending. Menstrual cycles may shorten with age, particularly after the age of 35 years .

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How do I know when I ovulate?

the length of your menstrual cycle – ovulation usually occurs around 12 to 16 days before your period starts, so you may be able to work out when you're likely to ovulate if you have a regular cycle. your cervical mucus – you may notice wetter, clearer and more slippery mucus around the time of ovulation.

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What are early signs of pregnancy?

The most common early signs and symptoms of pregnancy might include:
  • Missed period. If you're in your childbearing years and a week or more has passed without the start of an expected menstrual cycle, you might be pregnant. ...
  • Tender, swollen breasts. ...
  • Nausea with or without vomiting. ...
  • Increased urination. ...
  • Fatigue.

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Is the pull out method effective?

The pull-out method is about 80% effective. About one in five people who rely on the pull-out method for birth control become pregnant.

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How long can sperm survive?

Ejaculated sperm remain viable for several days within the female reproductive tract. Fertilization is possible as long as the sperm remain alive — up to five days.

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Can you get pregnant if sperm gets on the outside?

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)

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Can sperm pass through clothes?

It's very unlikely that ejaculate (which contains sperm) could get through several layers of clothing. Pregnancy can happen when ejaculate or pre-ejaculate gets in the vagina or on the vulva.”Dry sex” usually refers to body rubbing between two partners who keep their clothes on.

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How to get pregnant fast?

Have sex regularly. The highest pregnancy rates occur in couples who have sex every day or every other day. Have sex near the time of ovulation. If having sex every day isn't possible — or enjoyable — have sex every 2 to 3 days a week starting soon after the end of your period.

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How can I tell if Im pregnant after 1 week?

Pregnancy symptoms in week 1

According to the Office on Women's Health , the most common first sign of pregnancy is a missed menstrual period. Other early pregnancy symptoms include: nausea with or without vomiting. breast changes including tenderness, swelling, or tingling feeling, or noticeable blue veins.

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Why do I think I'm pregnant?

Many people experience what seem to be pregnancy symptoms shortly before their period arrives. This happens because the hormone progesterone rises both during early pregnancy and in the premenstrual period. 1 In short, PMS symptoms and early pregnancy symptoms can sometimes be exactly the same.

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What are signs of pregnancy after 2 days?

While some women experience many early pregnancy symptoms, others experience few or no symptoms at all.
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Days 0–7 past ovulation
  • breast tenderness.
  • bloating.
  • food cravings.
  • increased nipple sensitivity.
  • headaches and muscle aches.

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What does AF mean in pregnancy?

AF = Aunt Flo — Menstruation. Amenorrhea =This is the medical term for a missed menstrual cycle for more than three months in a row. BBT = Basal Body Temperature – A basal thermometer chart is a way to track temperature increases after the release of an egg, allowing you to know when you'll be the most fertile.

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Do you feel pregnant after 1 day?

Nausea immediately after sex is something you may question as a sign of pregnancy. However, your body doesn't have enough time to react to produce that symptom due to a pregnancy resulting from recent intercourse. For most pregnant people, pregnancy-related nausea begins two to eight weeks following conception.

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How can I stop thinking I'm pregnant?

10 Tips to Help You Stop Obsessing About Becoming Pregnant
  1. Make a list of the positives.
  2. Make the day you get your period a celebration!
  3. Channel your inner star power.
  4. Find the words and thoughts that will bring you peace.
  5. Limit the amount of time you wallow in sadness.
  6. Take a break from social media.

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How to avoid pregnancy?

9 types of contraception you can use to prevent pregnancy (with pictures!)
  1. The Condom. ...
  2. The Oral Contraceptive Pill. ...
  3. Intrauterine Device (IUD) ...
  4. The Contraceptive Implant. ...
  5. The Contraceptive Injection. ...
  6. Emergency Contraception Pill (The 'Morning After' Pill) ...
  7. Contraceptive Ring. ...
  8. Diaphragm.

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Am I pregnant or just stressed?

High levels of stress or anxiety can cause irregular menstrual periods, which can sometimes be mistaken as a symptom of pregnancy. Nausea and vomiting, heightened sensitivity to smells, breast soreness, fatigue, frequent urination, constipation—these may be signs that you are “pregnant”.

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Can you feel pregnant at 2 days?

How early do pregnancy symptoms start? It varies. Some people feel pregnant within a few days of conception, while other people don't feel pregnant for weeks after a positive pregnancy test. Pregnancy symptoms vary between people and even between pregnancies.

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How to make a baby boy?

Sexual positions

Deep penetration, for example doggy style, means the male sperm that can swim faster start their race closer to the cervix and are more likely to reach the egg first, resulting in a boy. To try and conceive a girl, Shettles suggested avoiding deep penetration, favouring the missionary position.

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