How long does sperm survive after sex?

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Registered: 02-26-2007
How long does sperm survive after sex?
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Sat, 05-03-2008 - 11:47pm
Hello ladies!
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Registered: 07-14-2007
Sun, 05-04-2008 - 7:55am
Usually they say 3-5 days, but for them to be able to fertilize, closer to 3.
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Sun, 05-04-2008 - 10:33am

Hey Lunastar! Sounds like Patricia answered your question, but here is something funny I learned while being preggers about sperm. Female chromosome carrying sperm last longer in a womans body than male chromosome carrying sperm...No joke! They can last up to a week, but usually their "potentcy" runs out :( Good luck and hope you get a BFP!

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Registered: 03-18-2008
Sun, 05-04-2008 - 9:33pm
Yes sperm can live for 3-5 days, but only in a fertile environment.

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Registered: 02-26-2007
Tue, 05-06-2008 - 12:51pm
Thank you ladies for your help and fun information!