 Show If you’re thinking about pregnancy, you’ve probably come across the term implantation in your Googling. You may have heard folks mention implantation cramping or implantation bleeding, but maybe you haven’t felt anything yet. Early pregnancy can be really confusing, especially when may not even know for sure whether you’re pregnant yet or not. So what is implantation and when does it take place? Here’s everything you need to know about implantation. What is implantation?Though you won’t really know you’re pregnant until you see those two pink lines, your body has been hard at work from the moment conception occurred. There’s a lot going on behind the scenes, and it all starts with implantation. “Implantation is the beginning of the development of the placenta and embryo as the fertilized egg burrows into the thickened lining of the uterus to establish a blood supply to both,” explains Dr. Kim Langdon, OBGYN. Although the egg may have been fertilized over a week before, it’s only after implantation that your body starts producing hCG—human chorionic gonadotropin, also known as the hormone that’s picked up by pregnancy tests. When does implantation occur?Sperm meets egg, and 40 weeks later, boom—it’s baby time! Sounds simple, right? Let’s back things up a bit, Biology 101 diagram-style. Your ovary will release an egg into your fallopian tube, and ideally, sperm will be waiting in your fallopian tube. If fertilization is successful (yay!), the egg will begin to divide and travel down your tube toward your uterus. This process usually takes about a week; after that, implantation happens. “[Implantation] usually occurs about 5 days after fertilization,” explains Dr. Langdon, but of course, every body is different. On average, implantation occurs about 8-10 days after ovulation, but it can happen as early as six and as late as 12. This means that for some women, implantation can occur around cycle day 20, while for others, it can be as late as day 26. This is part of the reason why counting your pregnancy weeks can be confusing. How long does implantation last?Although most pregnancies are 40 weeks, the process of implantation represents only a fraction of that time. Implantation typically lasts only a few days. Once it’s complete and the fertilized egg—now called an embryo—is burrowed snugly inside your uterine wall, it will begin to produce hCG. Your body’s progesterone levels will also begin to rise, nourishing your uterine lining and preventing your period from beginning. When to take a pregnancy testCongratulations are in order, because now you’re officially pregnant! But don’t start peeing on a stick quite yet. At the very earliest, the most sensitive of pregnancy tests will begin to show a positive result around 10 days past ovulation. Remember—ovulation, fertilization and implantation all work together in a perfect storm to result in a viable pregnancy. Each process has its own timeline, and each timeline differs for every body, so what’s the norm for one pregnant person may be different for another. Even after an embryo successfully implants and begins producing hCG, it still takes a few days for the hormone to build to a high enough level to be detected by a pregnancy test. Bottom line: save yourself time and money (not to mention nerves!) and do your best to wait until the first day of your missed period to take a home pregnancy test in order to get an accurate reading. Your Pregnancy, Week by WeekWant to know what’s going on with both your baby and your body every week? Start your Babylist registry today and get friendly tips and expert advice delivered right to your inbox for each week of your pregnancy (and beyond!).
What does implantation feel like?There are a lot of misconceptions around whether or not someone can actually feel implantation, so let’s set the record straight. For most people, implantation feels like nothing and some report feeling a few symptoms. “[Implantation] can lead to cramping, spotting and abdominal pain,” Dr. Langdon tells us, but some people may not notice any symptoms of implantation at all. Do you best to stay cool, calm and collected during that two-week wait—just because you’re not feeling any implantation symptoms doesn’t mean it’s not happening. Implantation symptomsSince there’s no real correlation between when implantation happens and actual implantation symptoms, it’s best to think instead about implantation symptoms and how they relate to early pregnancy. The most common implantation symptoms of early pregnancy include:
While implantation can be a bit of a mystery, a positive pregnancy test is the only way to be sure that you’re pregnant. We know it’s hard, but waiting few days until after the day of your missed period to take it will give you a much more accurate result. Sources:
This information is provided for educational and entertainment purposes only. We do not accept any responsibility for any liability, loss or risk, personal or otherwise, incurred as a consequence, directly or indirectly, from any information or advice contained here. Babylist may earn compensation from affiliate links in this content. Learn more about how we write Babylist content and the Babylist Health Advisory Board. What day of cycle would implantation occur?Ovulation and Implantation Timing
Implantation itself usually occurs between six to 12 days after the egg is fertilized.
How far along am I based on implantation?It takes about nine days after ovulation for implantation to occur, which brings you to around day 23. It takes a few days for your pregnancy hormone levels to be detectable by a pregnancy test, bringing you to around day 28.
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