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When was your last period, I'm assuming it was some time in July? And, when were you expecting your next period?
September 1, 2009 - 12:26pmThis Comment
I usually take my pill at night time about 7pm, I had unprotected sex and have only taken one tablet since, it was two days after sex, i have not taken a tablet since and had sex 5 days ago. What are the chances of being pregnant
August 31, 2009 - 3:30amThis Comment
is there a chance i can get pregnant if i miss 2 pills for monday and tuesday.. took 2 pills on wednesday morning and then have sex that same day.. im on my 3 week of the pack..and until now i didnt take the rest of the pills..
August 30, 2009 - 6:00amThis Comment
The effectiveness rate of birth control pills decreases when you miss 2 or more pills in-a-row, and is the reason that you need to use a backup method (condoms) for the next 7 days as the hormones "build back up" in your system.
August 30, 2009 - 6:37amThis Comment
Hi all. Just a quick question, hope you can help.... I just would like to know my risk of being pregnant. ive been taking loestrin 20 for 3 months not very well as i have a habit of forgetting pills. However im in my 2nd week of my packet and somehow forgot 2 pills. I had unprotected sex with my boyfriend in these 2 days but took my pill as normal on the 3rd day. i have had a bit of spotting since then, what do you think my chances are of getting caught?? Really hope you can help as i am a little concerned. Thanx
August 30, 2009 - 4:36amThis Comment
ZOBO,
There is a chance of being pregnant anytime you miss pills, as the effectiveness rate of birth control pills decreases when you miss 2 or more pills in-a-row, and is the reason that you need to use a backup method (condoms) for the next 7 days as the hormones "build back up" in your system.
You also need to follow the instructions to "double-up" on your missed pills over the next two days (you said you "took your pills as normal on the 3rd day, which is actually when you needed to double up on pills).
August 30, 2009 - 6:39amThis Comment
Hi Alison
August 30, 2009 - 11:59amthanx for your reply, i have only taken 1 pill each day since my 2 missed so i guess i still need to double up. your info was helpful though. Appreciated. Do you think im quite safe tho as i have been taking my pill since thanx for taking the time to reply
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Hi ZOBO,
As much as I would love to say "you're safe from pregnancy", the fact is that anytime you miss pills, and do not follow the instructions after missing the pills (including "doubling-up" and back-up protection), the 99% effectiveness rate of the pill decreases. According to Planned Parenthood, "about 8 out of 100 women will get pregnant each year if they don’t always take the pill each day as directed."
Can I offer some information about how to double-up? Here is an example:
Say you missed pills on Monday & Tuesday. Here's what you would do:
Wednesday: take Wednesday's pill plus Monday's missed pill
Thursday: take Thursday's pill plus Tuesday's missed pill
Friday: take Friday's pill as usual
A few notes: when "doubling up" on pills, it is best not to take them together, but take them in the same day. Taking two pills at once can cause stomach irritation or nausea. Always take that day's pill as directed, and "double-up" with the first missed pill. This works when you miss 1 or 2 pills. If you miss 3 or more pills, you will need to read the instructions carefully, as most prescriptions say to throw away the pack and start a new pack on the following Sunday or Monday (whatever day you start), while using back up protection for the next 7 (or more) days. Very important!! Your period may be delayed, and you may experience spotting.
I hope this information helps; please let us know if you have any other questions. Be sure to use those condoms!!! :)
August 30, 2009 - 12:15pmThis Comment
Hi Alison
August 30, 2009 - 1:58pmYour info was extremly helpful and clear. Thankyou very much. Will do as directed. Im glad you explained the doubling up theory as altho im not thick i can be very blonde at times!! Knowing me i would have doubled up for a month!!! Thanx again. very much appreciated :)
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ok now i get it! so heres my story i started birth control for my first time i started in the afternoon of my period at 530 i never took the others at 530 though but always around then then i missed about 3 days on the fourth day i took 2 but was afraid to take all the ones i missed cuz i get scared taking to many pills. well within all this time my boyfriend came inside me 2 times before i started birth control and 3 times in the period i talked a bout above. in my second week i stopped completely and he came inside of me once on my usual ovulation day can i be pregnant?
August 29, 2009 - 5:55pmThis Comment