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Expert: - 9/8/2009


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Thanks, i figured you would say as much, but just in case this helps. My due date was July 27th, and i only know the second date of intercourse, Oct. 31st. "Sigh"  it would have matched up perfectly had i had my daughter on my due date...

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Ashley,


It doesn't matter when your daughter was born - that doesn't change the date she was conceived.  Some babies develop faster or slower than others due to genetics, prenatal care, nutrition, etc, so some come early and some late.


Based on your due date, you most likely conceived around Nov. 2, which fits perfectly with the second man.  Conception rarely occurs the same day as intercourse, as sperm can live in the reproductive tract for up to 5 days.


So, if the first date of intercourse was earlier in October, then it's unlikely that he's the father.



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Catherine

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I can provide evidence-based information and current research findings concerning childbirth and pregnancy. My specializations include natural childbirth, pregnancy and birth interventions, fetal positioning, labor induction, choosing a care provider, midwives, homebirth, unassisted birth, natural pain relief, medications in pregnancy and birth, informed consent, understanding the risks and benefits of childbirth choices, doulas, waterbirth, childbirth methods, childbirth education classes, cesarean section, and VBAC.

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I have been a childbirth educator, mother, author, public speaker, researcher, and birth advocate for the past 9 years. I am also the author of Giving Birth Naturally, a site dedicated to natural childbirth and pregnancy information. I publish evidence-based articles on pregnancy, childbirth, newborn care, and post-partum care. I'm also a mother of three children, two daughters and one son all born naturally. To learn more about what normal birth looks like, view the natural childbirth video of my son being born at home unassisted.

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My book, Birth Outside the Box, was published in 2007.

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I hold a Master's degree in communication disorders with an emphasis in child development. I am also an independent childbirth educator.

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