AboutDiana Archer Expertise I love questions on condoms, the pill, what to do if contraception fails, if you could be pregnant, obtaining contraception (Even without parental permission).
I have a lot of experience with teenagers. One thing I don't know too much about is the IUD, but I'm working on it.
I really do care about the people that ask me questions! I don't mind lots of follow up, and I like to know if things turned out okay. I'll be with you every step of the way!
Experience I'm a sexual health nurse at a Family Planning clinic.
Have many qualifications and much experience.
Am currrently studying to upgrade to a gynocologist.
Organizations Family planning clinic, Youth Help, Teenage Pregnancy Association.
Education/Credentials Studied at University of Auckland. Have also trained in counselling.
Awards and Honors Nurse of The Year from the National Health Organisation.
Question I recently stopped taking the pill about a month ago. My last period was 32 days ago, and it doesn't seem to be coming. I took a home pregnancy test and it was negative. Is that normal?
Answer When the pill is stopped, periods can sometimes become irregular for a while. When did you do the pregnancy test? Because it needs to be done after a period is due, not before in order to give an accurate result. I think you should see your doctor and check whether your period is just adjusting to not being on the pill, or if it is something else.
