How long after starting the Pill is it effective?

okay so I just started birth control and I was just wondering what to expect?

It’s hard to tell you what to expect because every woman’s body is different and is effected differently. will I have a period at all? Yes, but on the pill it is not a typical period.(it is not biologically the same) The BCP Lybrel is for continuous use(no periods) but most women will experience some spotting. when is it effective enough to have sex with worry of gettin pregnant? or should I ask how long should I be takin the pill before me and my boyfreind can have worryfree sex It takes 7 days of perfect use to becme protected from pregnancy (BCPs will NOT protect you from STDs/STIs, only condoms will. SO be absolutley sure you’re in a monogamous, long term, std-free relationship.) Most gynos and doctors will tell you that you have to take it for 3 months to become protected. They say this so you get into the habit of taking the pill at exactly the same time every day.(a late or missed pill will increase your chances of pregnancy)

The pill is not 100% in preventing pregnancy.If you use it perfectly it is 99.9% effective (which is pretty good odds) but should you take it incorrectly (missed/late pills, vomiting, diarreah, taking medication that interacts… etc) then it is only about 97% effective.

*Have back up plans! -Keep condoms around in case you mess up your pills(or change partners and want to be std protected). Also call around and find out exactly how to get the Morning After Pill, where to get it and how much. I would keep this info and the money set aside in case of an emergency. (for example: you had sex last night and realize you forgot to take the pill yesterday)

Go over all the info in your leaflet that comes with your pills. Sometimes you can double up or triple up in case of a missed pill. The FDA recently changed this as it wasn’t effective, so be sure your information is up to date.

xox Sika