Get the two cherished stripes on the test - the goal of each couple who decided to become a parent. But for her to achieve one desire and desire in the form of frequent intimacy, which in this matter is also important, sometimes not enough. Theoretical knowledge of the "subtleties of conception" will direct the efforts of future parents in the right direction, and, we hope, the result will not take long. So, let's go!
Will ovulation or probability theory help in conceiving a child?
Ovulation is the most important phenomenon in the field of reproductology, provided by Mother Nature, which provides the opportunity for the birth of a new life as such. Ovulation is part of the menstrual cycle, in which each month the final maturation of one egg and its release from the ovarian follicle for fertilization takes place.
The maximum life expectancy of a mature egg is 24 hours, so if no fertilization with the sperm occurs during this time, it will die and under the action of the hormone progesterone will come out with menstruation. That is why for "reliability" of conception it is important to perform a full sexual intercourse with ejaculation during ovulation (during these 24 hours). At least it is scientifically proven that the probability of conception on the day of ovulation is the highest and is 33%.
This fact does not mean that conception before ovulation is impossible. Yes, the probability of conception before ovulation is lower than the maximum value, but it increases every day before its onset. For example, 5 days before the release of a mature egg, it is only 10%, 2 days before it - 27%, on the day before it - 31%. So, there are quite high chances in this period. And this is explained, again, by the prudence of mother nature: the viability of the sperm in the female body, in contrast to the egg, can reach from 2 to 7 days. Therefore, a "hit" of spermatozoa may be effective several days before ovulation.
Is conception possible after ovulation?
The conception of a child after ovulation is possible, but its probability is low. But nevertheless there are other, more optimistic opinions as to its sufficiency on the next day after ovulation.
Conception on the day of ovulation - not yet 100% guarantee of pregnancy
At the planning stage of the child, it is also very important to understand what conception itself is, and that "direct hit" of spermatozoa into the female body during the ovulation period can not yet guarantee the result to which we are going. Conception is a set of processes, the fertilization in which is only the first of them, really impossible without ovulation.
So, pregnancy will come after passing through all stages of conception:
- Fertilization of the egg with sperm. After their merger, a complete set of genetic information is created, which is necessary for the development of the child. Then the fertilized egg by internal crushing develops and moves to the uterine cavity, where in a few days it will be implanted. It is for this reason that sexual intercourse is not at all the moment of conception.
- Penetration and introduction of a fertilized egg into the uterine lining of the uterus. Having transformed into an embryo, a small vial of cells, about two weeks after fertilization, during the course of the fallopian tube, it may die due to obstruction of the fallopian tubes against the background of STIs, adhesions, inflammation or attachment outside the uterus - ectopic pregnancy. Also, the death of the fetus is possible in the event that it can not attach to the uterus. But let's not talk about the bad, our embryo has successfully attached itself, begins to develop, and its shell produces a hCG hormone. The process of conception is completed and the coveted pregnancy sets in.
Signs of conception after ovulation
Thus, the first "signals" of pregnancy can appear no earlier than 2-3 weeks after sexual intercourse. These include:
- the so-called "implantation" bleeding caused by attachment of the embryo to the uterine cavity (briefly: one hour or day);
- delay in menstruation;
- "Swelling" of the breast;
- nausea;
- apathy and fatigue;
- headache;
- frequent urination;
- increased appetite, etc.
These signs are very conditional and can be caused by other circumstances (stresses, colds and inflammatory diseases, etc.), therefore it is better to determine pregnancy with a test, which is desirable after delay or 4-5 weeks after intercourse, which could entail conception.
And let on your test as soon as possible will be visible two treasured strips!