Family Planning Plus

Yes, pregnancy is possible. You need to either abstain or use condoms for the first seven days of the pill. However, if you started the pill with your period (taking your first pill during your period), pregnancy is much less likely.

Since you just started the pill, you will probably notice some menstrual irregularities for the first few months. These irregularities may include a missed period and spotting or bleeding in between periods. After three months of pill use, your periods will become more regular and you will probably have fewer days of bleeding and less blood during your period.

If you haven’t had any bleeding at all by the time you start your second pill pack, take a pregnancy test. Do not stop taking your pills unless you test positive for pregnancy.