When can you get pregnant after stopping birth control?

Answer 1

With almost every method, you'll ovulate 2-4 weeks after stopping Birth Control and can get pregnant at that time. There is no medical need to wait before trying to conceive.

One exception is Depo Provera. Some women get pregnant right after they miss a shot; others won't have their period return for 18 months. The average is 11 months.

Also, with Paragard, you ovulate every month while using it, so you can get pregnant immediately after stopping if you're at the right time in your cycle.

There are many methods to check if you are ovulating, including ovulation kits (from pharmacy) and temperature methods (your temperature rises slightly on the day you are ovulating).