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I've read some doctors say 1-2 days before ovulation is the best time to get pregnant, and i've read that up to 5 days is best. which is it and why?

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Dr. Robert Killian answered

Specializes in General Practice

Both: Sperm left at any time during the five days leading up to ovulation cause pregnancy. The more sperm, the more likelihood of pregnancy.

Answered 4/6/2014

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Why is two days before ovulation the best day to get pregnant??? Please explain thank you for your time and advise.

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