Patch: Skipping period?

iVillage Member
Registered: 11-02-2003
Patch: Skipping period?
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Wed, 08-25-2004 - 11:36am
Hello -

I have been on the patch for 9 months and it's worked out great. I'm visiting my boyf next week when I am supposed to have my period, during patch free week. Can I safely put on a new patch and go another few weeks before changing? Would I go an additional three weeks on, then? I.e. put week 1 on patch free, then do week 2 and 3 and go patch free the 4th?

iVillage Member
Registered: 12-30-2003
Wed, 08-25-2004 - 12:12pm
Hi ea12345, welcome!

It is possible to skip periods successfully on the patch, but some women can and others aren't able to either delay or skip an entire 3 pill (or patch) period. It's a matter of individual body chemistry and the mix of hormones that you are taking. You will probably do fine but it's not a sure thing. Let us know how it works for you.

Good luck,

      Jill