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Expert: - 5/29/2008


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I am on my first month of birth control and I misread the directions on the package and instead of starting the pill on the first Sunday of my period I started in on the Sunday after my period.  Is this a big deal?  Am I not protected because I started it late?  Should I stop taking the pills now and re-start after my next period?  
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Hi Jenn,

Thanks for your question. I'm not a medical professional so please check with your own doctor. From what I've read, if you don't start the pill within 6 days of the start of your period, it might not be effective for a month. I can't recommend the pill at all because I don't believe it is a healthy birth control method. I think the hormones are not good for our bodies. Please reconsider your birth control method and perhaps even consider abstinence if that is possible for your lifestyle. You may email me at DCHERYL51@yahoo.com if you want to talk more.

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Diane Cheryl

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I can answer questions about the various methods of birth control. I can answer questions like "What would be the best method of birth control for me?" and other problems and concerns. I have researched side effects and risks of various methods of birth control. I have almost 23 years of experience working with various pregnancy resource centers. Please contact me at CHERYL51@aol.com if you would like to know more information about your situation or if I am "Maxed OUT".

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I have almost 23 years of experience in counseling women about birth control and family planning.

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