Can you get pregnancy after menstruation?

It is possible to get pregnant after menstruation, although the chances are lower in the days immediately following a period. During menstruation, the lining of the uterus (the endometrium) is shed. After menstruation, the endometrium begins to grow back in preparation for a potential pregnancy. Ovulation, the process by which an egg is released from one of the ovaries, typically occurs about 14 days before the start of the next period. If sexual intercourse occurs during this fertile window, which includes the days leading up to and including ovulation, pregnancy can occur.

However, the likelihood of pregnancy just after menstruation is generally lower. This is because it usually takes a few days for the uterine lining to fully rebuild and for ovulation to take place. Additionally, the cervical mucus, which helps sperm travel through the cervix and into the uterus, can be thicker and less receptive to sperm during this time.

If you are concerned about getting pregnant after menstruation, it is important to use effective contraception during sexual activity. Options for contraception include barrier methods (such as condoms), hormonal methods (such as birth control pills or injections), and intrauterine devices (IUDs).