Yes, you can get pregnant during your period. While it is true that you are less likely to get pregnant during menstruation, this is by no means an excuse not to use protection, because it is possible to ovulate and menstruate at the same time. Furthermore, during your period you are more susceptible to sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) and other infections because of the fluids being secreted in your vagina.

Remember, you should always have protected sex, no matter what time of the month it is, if you want to prevent pregnancy. Protection will help prevent STDs too.

Learn more in the Everyday Health Sexual Health Center.