Babymaking myths that need to go...

In high school, sex ed was all about how not to get pregnant. But what happens when you do want to have a baby? We’re busting age-old myths and recommending products that could help if you’re trying to conceive. [theSkimm]( December 7, 2023 [Read in browser]( [Busting babymaking myths]( [Busting babymaking myths]( In high school, sex ed was all about how not to get pregnant. But what happens when you do want to have a baby? We’re busting age-old myths and recommending products that could help if you’re trying to conceive. [MYTH: You can’t get pregnant while you’re on your period.]( [MYTH: You can’t get pregnant while you’re on your period.]( ACTUALLY… You're most fertile up to five days before ovulation and one day after, but you can get pregnant outside that window — including while you're on your period. Frida’s [ovulation prediction kit]( can help you identify when you’re most fertile (with over 99% accuracy). [MYTH: Putting your legs in the air after sex increases your chances of getting pregnant]( [MYTH: Putting your legs in the air after sex increases your chances of getting pregnant]( ACTUALLY… Since the sperm swims up to the fallopian tubes suuuper quickly and can survive in the body for roughly five days after sex, your post-sex position won’t make a difference. Feel free to relax — or move — however you want. [MYTH: A turkey baster can help you get pregnant.]( [MYTH: A turkey baster can help you get pregnant.]( ACTUALLY… While IVI (aka intravaginal insemination) can increase your odds of getting pregnant, save the turkey baster for Thanksgiving and try this [at-home insemination kit](. The applicator’s comfort grip and the cup’s slanted scoop ensure no semen gets left behind.   Psst…we know growing a family doesn’t look the same for everyone. Our [resources]( can help you plan, budget, and take care of yourself throughout the process. [Trying to conceive? Frida Fertility's simplified babymaking solutions are here to help.]( [Trying to conceive? Frida Fertility's simplified babymaking solutions are here to help.]( [Advertisement] Issues? [help@theSkimm.com](mailto:help@theSkimm.com?subject=Help) Copyright (c) 2023 theSkimm, All rights reserved. Our mailing address is theSkimm Inc. 53 W 23rd Street, Floor 8 New York, NY 10010, United States [See our full sponsor agreement]( Want to change how you receive these emails?Update your preferences or unsubscribe [here](.