Yes, you can get pregnant if he comes inside you while you're on your period, although it's less likely than during your most fertile time.
Here's a breakdown:
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Sperm Survival: Sperm can survive inside the female reproductive tract for up to five days.
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Ovulation Timing: While ovulation typically occurs mid-cycle, menstrual cycles can vary in length. If you have a shorter cycle and ovulate soon after your period ends, sperm could still be viable in your system when you ovulate.
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Irregular Cycles: Irregular menstrual cycles make it difficult to predict ovulation, increasing the risk of pregnancy during or immediately after your period.
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The Bottom Line: Although your chances of getting pregnant during your period are lower, it's definitely still possible. Unprotected sex always carries a risk of pregnancy.
Therefore, it's crucial to use protection during sex, even during menstruation, if you don't want to become pregnant.
