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When is the safest time to get pregnant (how many days before/after the girls period?

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Dr. Gerard Honore answered

Specializes in Fertility Medicine

Rhythm method: Right before, after, or during a normal menstrual period would be "safest." if she has regular periods this works pretty well, if her periods are irregular or she doesn't keep track, i wouldnt trust it.

Dr Fowler and another doctor agreed

Answered 9/11/2013

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