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How long can ovulation occur? (days, hours)
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U ovulate one day: The egg can live up to 48 hrs and sperm up to 72 hrs so u do not necessarily have to have intercourse the day u ovulate to get preg.
Answered 12/25/2012
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Fertile window: The fertile window lasts from around day 7 of your cycle to around day 16 if you have a typical 28 day cycle. This is because the sperm can live in the female reproductive tract for many days. However, once the egg is released, it can only be fertilized for 24 hours after release.
Answered 10/21/2013
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