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What is the safe period of time to participate in sex to avoid pregnancy ?
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Rhythm method: The best time to have unprotected sex, wishing to avoid pregnancy is 3-4 days prior to ovulation and 3 days after ovulation. The egg is fertilizable for 24 hrs, and sperm live in the female tract for up to 3 days. Check the billings method of contraception.
Answered 5/2/2013
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