There are many myths about how people get pregnant. Remember pregnancy occurs when a sperm fertilizes an egg that then implants into the uterus wall. Anytime unprotected vaginal intercourse happens there’s a chance for pregnancy.
When a pregnancy occurs several options are available in Yukon, which include referrals for adoption, abortion, or ongoing pregnancy care. To learn more, talk to a health care provider.
Step 1: Ovulation
Once a month an ovary releases 1 egg into the fallopian tube.
Step 2: Intercourse
The penis enters the vagina and semen, containing sperm, is ejaculated into the vagina.
Step 3: Fertilization
A sperm connects with the egg in the fallopian tube.
Step 4: Implantation
The fertilized egg implants into the uterus and spends about 9 months growing into a baby.
Yukoners can email a sexual health and relationship question anytime, or
phone Monday to Friday
from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.
1-800-SEX-SENSE
1-800-739-7367
Questions will be answered by OPT BC's Sexual Health Educators.
