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Child Behavior (Expert Forum)
i know this is a stupid but Can a woman get pregnant on her last period day?
Answered by
Kevin Kennedy, Ph.D. - Child and Adolescent Psychotherapy, Family Therapy, Crisis Intervention
Harvard Vanguard Medical Associates
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i know this is a stupid but Can a woman get pregnant on her last period day?
by Silly Guy, Feb 16, 2003 12:00AM
im sure its a stupid question but just been on my mind since my girlfriend told me that its not possible for a woman to get pregnan on her last day of her period but i thought woman could get pregnant anytime if not useing safe sex. can i get a little help with this question??? my many thanks in advance.
Doctor's Answer
by Kevin Kennedy, Ph.D., Feb 17, 2003 12:00AM
, Feb 17, 2003 12:00AM
Approximately every 28-32 days an egg is released into the Fallopian tube, and it takes several days after ovulation for the egg to enter the uterus. Most fertilization occurs during the several days when the egg is in the Fallopian tube. If the egg is fertilzed it then attaches itself to the wall of the uterus. If fertilization has not occurred, the wall of the uterus, which has been prepared to receive the fertilized egg, begins to shed - it is this process that is referred to a the 'period'. So, as you can see, pregnancy does not occur at any time, nor does it occur during the last days of the shedding of the uterine lining.
Member Comments (3)
by ErinF, Feb 16, 2003 12:00AM
It's not likely, but is sure is possible. If you don't use a reliable form of birth control and ANY of your sperm get inside her, if she ovulates early she could very well get pregnant. Why risk it? Buy a box of condoms.
by nurse12hr, Feb 17, 2003 12:00AM
I second Erins advice. A woman can ovulate early, and bingo, there you are. People who rely on timing methods are frequently called "parents".
