I ovulated on the 3rd but did not have sex until the 9th, can I be pregnant? We are trying for a baby.

I ovulated on the 3rd but did not have sex until the 9th, can I be pregnant? We are trying for a baby

If you did indeed ovulate on the 3rd, chances are very slim that you got pregnant on the 9th. The ovum (unfertilized egg) is only viable for fertilization approximately 24 hours after being released from the ovary.

Thank you am trying for a baby so am very anxious about how long it will take.

It can take as long as a year of actively trying before becoming pregnant. Now, some women get pregnant earlier than that, I'm just giving you an average.

It's best to start "practicing" a few days before ovulation is expected as the sperm lives in the woman's body for up to five days.

Well I'm due my period at the end of the week so I can start a fresh after that. Ive got all my ovulation dates ready to go!lol

Good for you! I wish you a speedy pregnancy!!

If you have any questions, don't hesitate to ask.

That's great thanks for your help x