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Do i have to have sex on ovulation day to get pregnant or is 1 or 2 days before good?

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Dr. Lori Semel answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Ttc: The standard answer is every other day during that 5 days period when you are "fertile". Good Luck.

Answered 9/23/2014

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Dr. Roy Arnold answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Before or after: Sperm can survive 1-2 days in the female oviduct. The egg is fertile for 2-3 days after ovulation. Anywhere in that 5 days window may be successful. Thanks for trusting HealthTap!

Answered 10/16/2014

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