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Some of the Myths and Facts Of How You Can Get Pregnant
There are many common misconceptions about sex and pregnancy, from myths about positions to the life span of sperm.A wide variety of pregnancy myths – mostly false – have been around for years, many centering around how not to get pregnant even if you have sex without protection, and others propagating the idea that it is possible to get pregnant without having intercourse – which is true, but not always in the situations described. Keep reading if you want to get the real information on these concerns.Always check with your Dr if you have symptoms of pregnancy or pregnancy trimesters.
Common questions
What if I’m on my period?You may still end up pregnant; sperm can possibly live up to seven days within the vagina, especially in the presence of fertile cervical fluid.
But, I didn’t have an orgasm? Orgasm is a physical response to sexual stimulation, and while it may feel like it could increase your fertility (increased blood flow and moisture), sperm can easily travel through the vagina without one.Ovulation and orgasm are not related at all; if they were, then you wouldn’t have your period each month without an orgasm to trigger it. You had better always call in your medical supplier whenever you have weight gain during pregnancy.
What if we did it with me on top?Sperm are not affected by gravity; they can still travel the vagina and reach your fertile egg.Being on top is irrelevant; if the man ejaculates inside the vagina, or near it, the woman may become pregnant.
Does being a virgin matter?Although some people believe otherwise, be certain that even if it was your first time – and even taking into consideration that your hymen was intact – you can still get pregnant. If there is a fertile egg and sperm have a chance to travel to it, pregnancy can occur.
Sperm and air exposure?Contact with the air is not what kills sperm; to survive, sperm cells require being kept moist.What kills sperm is not air, per se; rather, it is becoming dry, so this means sperm can survive outside of the body as long as it stays moist.
Should I worry about sperm in a hot tub or pool?The possibility of ejaculate being present in a pool or hot tub is a concern for some women trying to avoid pregnancy.In this case, you should not be concerned – the chlorine of pools and the heat of hot tubs kill sperm on contact.
What if we have sex in the water, like a pool, hot tub, or shower.? YES. If actual intercourse with penetration takes place, the sperm have easy access to the vaginal canal and can fertilize an egg, just as if you were having sex in a bed.
What can I do if I don’t want to become pregnant?
If you want to try to avoid becoming pregnant, it is important to keep ejaculate away from the woman’s body, especially in the area below the bellybutton and above the thighs. Remember, sperm can survive for days, both in and outside the vagina.
The best thing to do, obviously, is use protection (condoms) and/or birth control, as this guarantees your peace of mind regarding pregnancy – and lets you enjoy your sex life to the fullest.
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