When do I start the pill?

iVillage Member
Registered: 01-24-2007
When do I start the pill?
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Sun, 01-28-2007 - 6:01pm
Hi,
I was referred to this board by a friend on another board. My last period ended either last Sunday night or possibly Monday morning. Unfortunately I don't remember which day.
I'm starting birth control. I have the pills, and my question is can I start taking them tonight (Sunday night)?
Thanks so much!

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iVillage Member
Registered: 12-30-2003
Fri, 02-09-2007 - 10:09pm

Hi cubbygirl77, welcome!


      Jill

    

iVillage Member
Registered: 06-18-2006
Fri, 02-09-2007 - 10:21pm
Thanks for your help! I actually re-calculated and started the pack tonight. I will be on day 6 of the placebos when he gets back, so it will be close, but hopefully will work out for most of the 6 days that he is here. I know it varies person to person, but when does AF usually show up when on the pill? Is it on the 1st or 2nd dark pill day? My periods were already short (4-5 days) and only heavy for 1 or 2 days, really excited to see what happens there. I am going to progressively change my start time by taking 2 hours earlier each time until I get it where I want it, because I started at 9pm, not a good time for me, lol. I will be in touch and reading the boards for more info. I'm sure I will have more questions as time goes by. Thanks.
iVillage Member
Registered: 12-30-2003
Fri, 02-09-2007 - 11:23pm

Hi again cubbygirl77,


      Jill

    

iVillage Member
Registered: 02-10-2007
Sat, 02-10-2007 - 2:28pm
Nope! It may depend on the brand of pills, but I am fairly certain you are supposed to take them on the FIRST day of your period, not the last one.
iVillage Member
Registered: 06-18-2006
Sat, 02-10-2007 - 10:42pm

Another question here:

So if AF starts anywhere from day 2-5 on placebos, can I start the next pack early to make it shorter? I'm cutting it close with him arriving on day 6 of placebos. On what would be day 1 (if taken in order) of the next pack I'm planning on staying overnight and don't want to have to deal with AF. This is the only time I'll get to see him for another 2-4 months and want things to run smoothly.

iVillage Member
Registered: 12-30-2003
Sun, 02-11-2007 - 1:21am

Hi again hon.


      Jill

    

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