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Based on your menstrual cycle, when's the best time to have sex so you have the lowest chance of pregnancy?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

The most sure way: To prevent pregnancy is to use protection every time you have sex - not just at particular times during the month.

Answered 11/8/2013

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