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Q: How Long?

asked by: wife_and_mom4life on January 4th, 2006

Experienced User

Hey ladies! I just started birth control pills (the mini pill) three days ago and I was wondering how long I should take it before my husband and I start having unprotected sex. I read all of the information on it but I can't find anyting that tells me how long I should wait. Strange huh? I just wanted to know if any of you could tell me in general how long you should take the pill before havig unprotected sex.

God please and thanks,
teresa

Replies(3)

pinkcat

replied on January 4th, 2006

New User

Did u start it on the first day of ur period? Cos if u did then additional methods of contraception arent needed (this is what it says on my leaflet. Im taking cerazette) if u didnt take it on first day... From the 2nd day onwards wait or use an additional method for 7 days

wife_and_mom4life

replied on January 6th, 2006

Experienced User

Hey pinkcat! I started the pill on the sunday of my period. My period started on friday and I took the first pill on the following sunday. So, does that mean that I should wait a week (7days) before having un-protected sex? So 7 pills? I'm sorry about all of the silly questions, it's just that my husband and I are not ready for another baby anytime soon. Thank you so much for replying!

God bless and good luck,
teresa

Liz26

replied on January 6th, 2006

Experienced User

I would wait at least a week, if not two.

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