Can I Get Pregnant if I’m Not Ovulating?
Yes! Did you know that it’s possible to get pregnant at any moment of the menstruation cycle? There are many variables and unique circumstances to consider while determining the possibility of pregnancy.
Understanding the Fertile Window
The fertile window is the most commonly known time for a woman to get pregnant. The fertile period begins five days before ovulation, when the egg(s) are released from the ovary, the day ovulation occurs, and the day after ovulation occurs.
Another thing to consider in the timeline here is that sperm survive up to five days in a woman’s body. Let’s say sex occurs on a Monday. Counting out five days could leave sperm surviving all the way through Saturday. If ovulation or the fertile days leading up to ovulation fall within those sperm-survival days, then there is a chance that pregnancy occurs.
Every Menstrual Cycle Is Unique
One more cyclical thing to consider is that menstrual cycles are unique to each individual woman. How each menstrual cycle works can be very hard to calculate and fully understand because it isn’t always an exact science. Some women have on-time, regular cycles. Other women may have longer cycles or irregular periods. This variation in menstruation means that there are unique circumstances for every woman that could lead to an unintended pregnancy.
It’s safe to say that sex at any time can result in pregnancy.
Could I Be Pregnant if I Got My Period?
If you’ve truly got your next period, then no, you didn’t get pregnant. But, are you certain that it is your period? It is possible to have considerable amounts of bleeding while pregnant. This can be a result of some medical conditions and it can also just be perfectly normal to have some bleeding in early pregnancy.
If you aren’t certain, you can always visit Alternatives Care Centers for a free pregnancy test, just to rule out pregnancy.
I’ve Missed My Period… Am I Pregnant?
In some circumstances, periods can delay up to 40 days. If this is a regular occurrence, you should consult your doctor as there are a number of reproductive conditions that could be of concern. If you are sexually active and your period hasn’t come, there is always a chance you could be pregnant. Taking a pregnancy test will give you the answer you need as well as provide more time for you to begin seeking care for your health and your baby’s health if you are indeed pregnant. We offer these pregnancy tests for free at Alternatives Care Centers.
