It is possible to get pregnant before your period for a variety of reasons.
If you have sex without using contraception you can get pregnant at any time during your menstrual cycle even if you have sex during your period.
If you use the withdrawal method of contraception there is a chance that pre-ejaculate (pre-cum) could contain sperm. If this enters the vagina you could get pregnant.
If you have recently stopped using hormonal contraception (the pill patch or ring) you may ovulate before your first period. This means you can get pregnant if you have unprotected sex during this time.
If you have a short menstrual cycle you may ovulate soon after your period. If you have unprotected sex at this time you could get pregnant.
If you have an irregular menstrual cycle you may ovulate at any time. This means you can get pregnant if you have unprotected sex at any time during your cycle.
If you are approaching menopause you may experience irregular periods. This means you can get pregnant if you have unprotected sex at any time during your cycle.
If you have any questions about whether you could be pregnant take a pregnancy test.
Is it possible to get pregnant before your period?
Yes it is possible to get pregnant before your period.
How many days before your period can you get pregnant?
You can actually get pregnant any time during your cycle but you are most likely to get pregnant around the time of ovulation which is usually about 10-14 days before your next period.
