Today is not the ovulation period

The menstrual cycle refers to the time of month when a woman releases an egg. The number of eggs a woman produces during her menstrual cycle usually ranges between 28 and 30 days, but the exact date depends on the woman's menstrual cycle and the cycle of her ovaries. Generally speaking, a woman’s menstrual cycle is divided into four phases:

1. Prelude period: also called the safety period, usually between the first 7 days and the last 8 days of the menstrual cycle. During this stage, the woman's egg is released but has not yet reached the uterus.

2. Wet period: also called the dangerous period, usually between the 13th and 21st days of the menstrual cycle. During this stage, a woman’s egg begins to wait for fertilization in the fallopian tube, and it is also the time when a woman is most likely to become pregnant.

3. Freezing period: also called the stable period, usually between the 25th and 30th days of the menstrual cycle. At this stage, a woman's egg has matured but has not yet reached the uterus.

4. Sprint period: also called the expiration period, usually between the 33rd and 37th days of the menstrual cycle. At this stage, the woman's eggs have aged and can no longer be fertilized.

Although today is not ovulation, women have a chance of getting pregnant at every stage of their menstrual cycle. If a woman wants to get pregnant, it's best to expose herself to as much sperm as possible during her cycle and make sure to have intercourse during risk periods. If a woman misses certain stages of her cycle, there are other ways to try to get pregnant, such as using birth control or artificial insemination.

Women who want to learn more about their menstrual cycle and pregnancy can talk to their doctor or professional nutritionist. They can provide more specific advice and guidance.