How long before the pill is effective?

When starting BCPs, it will take 7 days for the pill to become effective at preventing pregnancy. You will need to use a second method of contraception during these 7 days. We recommend using condoms. In fact, we recommend using condoms consistently with BCPs to protect against sexually transmitted infections. Remember that BCPs offer no protection from acquiring STIs.

Be aware that your first and last active pills are the most important pills in your pack. Being late starting your next pack or forgetting your last active pill will lengthen the time off the active pills. Lengthening this pill-free interval can allow your body to ovulate. Try to plan carefully when you need to start or purchase your next pack. Remember your pills when you go away for weekends or vacations.

To help you remember to take your pill every day, it is useful to link taking your pill with some daily activity like brushing your teeth or eating a certain meal. Some women set a watch alarm to go off as a reminder. Each morning check your pack to make sure you took yesterday's pill.

.. i thought it was interesting. For everyone who thinks it takes a month - i talked to my doctor.. and they said it's a myth.. but they did say its more safe to wait a month.. but you're still protected after the 7 days. if you have any comments - feel free to leave them.