Pregnancy Myths

      There are numerous myths surrounding pregnancy. Here are some of the most popular and most common pregnancy myths. Myth 1: A woman can’t get pregnant if penetration only happens for a few seconds. Any time you have intercourse there is a risk of pregnancy. Of course, there’s a greater chance of getting pregnant if ejaculation occurs, but there is a risk of pregnancy even prior to ejaculation, and you should always be concerned about the potential transmission of STDs. Myth 2: Once sperm comes into contact with air, it dies. Actually, sperm can live in the open air for three to five days. Sperm only dies when it is completely dry. Myth 3: A woman cannot get pregnant from pre-ejaculation. Although pre-ejaculate is only the fluid that is released before ejaculation, it still contains sperm. And yes, if it comes into contact with the vaginal area, a woman can still get pregnant. This is one of the main reasons why the withdrawal method does not always work. Myth 4: A woman cannot get pregnant if she’s having intercourse in water. Water doesn’t actually interfere with conception. Myth 5: A woman can get pregnant if ejaculation occurs in water. This is actually not true. It’s unlikely that sperm could find its way from the penis, through the water, and into the vagina, especially if in a bathtub, pool or hot tub. Chemicals and other substances in the water, as well as the temperature of the water, make it incredibly hard for sperm to survive more tha...
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