It is possible to get pregnant from pre-cum (pre-ejaculate), as pre-cum can contain viable sperm. Pre-cum is a clear, sticky fluid produced by the Cowper’s gland that is present in the urethra (the tube through which urine and semen are expelled from the body). Pre-cum is produced when a man becomes sexually aroused and is released during foreplay or before ejaculation.

To reduce the risk of unintended pregnancy, it is important to use effective contraception consistently and correctly. This includes methods such as the birth control pill, condoms, and long-acting reversible contraception (LARC) methods such as the intrauterine device (IUD). It is also important to use condoms to reduce the risk of sexually transmitted infections (STIs).