Pregnancy ensues when the sperm of a man fertilizes the egg of a woman and the fertilized egg implants itself in the uterus. Conception happens quickly for many women but for others, it may take some time. Out of 100 couples seeking conception, 80 percent of them might conceive within a year, according to several journals on gynecology and reproductive health. It is better to understand the female menstrual cycle at this point before we move forward. The female menstrual cycle is counted from the first day of her period. The female period lasts for 2 to 5 days. In some women, the period may last longer. After the cessation of the period, the woman starts ovulating i.e. her ovaries start releasing eggs. The period of the ovulation is 12-14 days post which she has her next period. If you are wondering when to get pregnant, then read the next paragraph. The best time to get pregnant is… Fertile women are most likely to get pregnant within a day or two after ovulation and having sex with their partner. Ovulation is the process of the release of egg from the ovary. Ovulation lasts for about 14 days and it begins after the first day of your last period.

In an ectopic pregnancy, a fertilized egg implants outside the uterus. This kind of pregnancy does not deliver babies and it is impossible to put this egg back into the uterus. It is estimated that just over 2% of all pregnancies are ectopic in nature. Ectopic pregnancies are and should be medically terminated. An early ectopic pregnancy displays symptoms that are quite similar to those of normal pregnancy. Women with ectopic pregnancy may experience the following; • Missed periods • Tender breasts • Fatigue • Nausea • The urge to urinate more frequently The first signs of ectopic pregnancy are – • Vaginal bleeding • Expectant mothers start feeling pain in the pelvic area or the abdomen 6 to 8 weeks after a missed period. As this kind of pregnancy progresses, women may experience the following symptoms; • Signs of shock – the patient might pass out suddenly, experience trouble in standing up or feel dizzy. A person in shock might experience increased heartbeat and a sudden increase in blood pressure. Shock is a life threatening medical condition and the patient must be taken immediately to a doctor on the appearance of these symptoms. • Ectopic pregnancy symptoms also include belly or abdominal pain that may spread from one part of the abdomen to another.