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Is there a certain period in the cycle when a woman becomes fertile and can become pregnant from intercourse?

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Dr. Creighton Likes answered

Specializes in Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility

Ovulation timing: The optimal time for conception is 48 hours prior to and up to the day of ovulation. Therefore, start having intercourse a couple of days prior to when you actually ovulate and have intercourse every other day for a total of five times to help ensure sperm are there when you ovulate.

Dr Saghafi agreed

Answered 12/31/2014

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