To increase your chances of getting pregnant, timing is key according to fertility information.
Key Timing for Conception
Based on information regarding conception, you are most likely to conceive if you have sex within a day or so of ovulation. This critical window maximizes the chance of sperm being present when the egg is available for fertilization.
Understanding Ovulation
Ovulation is when a mature egg is released from the ovary. According to the provided information, this usually occurs about 14 days after the first day of your last period.
The Egg's Lifespan
Once released during ovulation, an egg has a limited window for fertilization. An egg lives for about 12 to 24 hours after it is released. For you to become pregnant, the egg must be fertilised within this short timeframe by sperm.
Therefore, having sex in the day or two leading up to and including ovulation increases the likelihood that healthy sperm are waiting in the fallopian tube when the egg is released, or are able to reach it quickly after release within that 12-24 hour window.
Summary of Timing
Here is a simple overview of the key timings mentioned:
| Event | Typical Timing (Relative to First Day of Last Period) | Conception Relevance |
|---|---|---|
| First Day of Last Period | Day 1 | Starting point for timing |
| Ovulation | Approximately Day 14 | Egg released |
| Egg Viability | Post-Ovulation (lasts 12-24 hours) | Window for fertilization |
| Recommended Time for Sex | Within a day or so of Ovulation | Maximizes chance of sperm meeting egg |
By focusing on having sex during this fertile window around ovulation, you align intercourse with the period when pregnancy is most possible.
