How pregnancy can happen
Pregnancy can occur when sperm fertilises an egg and the pregnancy implants. The chance depends on timing, the type of sexual contact and contraceptive use. It is not possible to calculate an individual risk precisely from a short website description.
Planning ahead
Discuss contraception before sex when possible. Options differ in how they are used, their effectiveness and whether they also reduce STI risk. Condoms can reduce many STI risks; most other contraceptive methods do not.
If contraception failed
If a condom broke or contraception was missed, contact a qualified healthcare provider or pharmacist promptly to discuss emergency contraception and the next steps appropriate to your situation. Options are time-sensitive and can vary by availability and medical factors.
When to test
A pregnancy test has a recommended testing time according to the product instructions and circumstances. If results are unclear, a period is delayed or symptoms are concerning, seek professional advice.