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The term “fertile window” describes the period of time in your menstrual cycle when conception is most likely to occur. Share on Pinterest Laflor/Getty Images Pregnancy happens when a sperm meets an ...

Ovulation typically occurs once a month. It usually happens halfway through the menstrual cycle. This can vary based on cycle length. Ovulation is the release of a mature egg from one ovary. This ...