I Don't get why?

Question

someone told me that you can still be pregnant even though your on your period. How could that be...do you know?? Please send my some LINKS and post some answers for me.

Thank you

Answer 1

It is possible for a woman to get pregnant during her menstrual period though the chances of pregnancy are usually lower. Here is how it could happen.

During each menstrual cycle, a woman's ovaries release an egg, or ovum. This process is called ovulation. This typically takes place an average of about 14 days before the start of a woman's monthly period, but the timing varies from month to month even in the same woman (and sometimes does not occur at all). After ovulation the egg moves toward the uterus through the fallopian tubes, where fertilization may take place. An unfertilized egg may live for about 24 hours. If it isn't fertilized, the egg will be shed during the next menstrual period, along with the lining of the uterus.

A woman is most likely to become pregnant if sexual intercourse occurs just before or just after ovulation. Sperm can survive for several days -- typically two or three -- inside a woman's body. Under ideal circumstances, however, they may remain viable for up to five days. So if sperm are deposited early -- such as during a woman's period -- they can hang around a few days, waiting until conditions are right for conception.

For more reading here are some links with references on pregnancy and menstrual cycle:

http://www.period.com/Menstruation_during_pregnancy_Chances_of_pregnancy_during_menstruation_5034.html

http://www.optionline.org/pregnant.html?wcw=overture?source=overture&group=unplpreg&ovmtc=content

Answer 2

It is very hard to get pregnant on your period, but it is possible (if you're not on the pill).