Well, first of all calm down because if you get this stressed out, it will cause your next period to delay which will make you think you're pregnant when you aren't. You definately are at risk for getting pregnant because it takes one month of pills for the birth control to be in full effect. I would suggest staying calm. The rule of thumb is not to freak out until you've actually missed a period. So, just wait and if your period comes on time, then you'll know.

Just take this and use it as a tool for learning. Even on birth control, you'll want to use protection because even birth control by itself is not 100% effective. Also, it doesn't protect you from std's. It is always wise to protect yourself if you know you're not ready for a baby. You may have gotten lucky this time, so don't worry about it until you miss a period. If you miss a period, go to your local planned parenthood for their tests and you'll know. You'll be fine.. Make sure and keep us updated!!!

Dear butterfly,

birth control pills are usually 97 - 99.9% affective in preventing pregnancy. It really depends on the type of pill you are taking, how strong it is, and how your particular body reacts to it's affects. So you would obviously be very unlucky to be one of the few percent that do fall pregnant while taking the pill, but it does happen. The fact that you have been taking your birth control pills for 3 months, you should be covered, so don't panic, you have made a very intelligent decision to protect yourself from an unwanted pregnancy, just remember though, the pill doesn't protect you from stds, so using condoms would be wise.

Regards,

.::suzy::.

I think she said she's only been using it for three weeks. that does make a difference, right?

Ahh sorry farah, thankyou for pointing that out, lol. Yes she is protected after 3 weeks. Actually 2 weeks is fine, so 3 weeks should be great. Goodness me, I need to recheck the posts before I answer I think, lol.

Regards,

.::suzy::.