Superfetation: When You Get Pregnant... Even Though You're Already Pregnant

The video explores the rare phenomenon of superfetation, where a person can conceive a second time while already pregnant. It explains the normal reproductive process and how superfetation circumvents typical barriers like ovulation suppression and the formation of a mucus plug. The video discusses cases of superfetation, including those involving uterus didelphys and assisted reproductive technologies. It also examines hormonal events that might lead to superfetation and concludes with the implications for understanding human reproduction.

How can assisted reproductive technologies influence the likelihood of superfetation?

What is a luteal out of phase event and how might it relate to superfetation?

Why is it important for researchers to study cases of superfetation?