Pill questions

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Registered: 12-31-1969
Pill questions
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Mon, 03-12-2007 - 6:48am

I've been on the pill for about 2 years and just wanted to know a few things. I've heard that after you're on the pill for a certain amount of time you should take a break from it, is that true? If it is after how long should you take the break?

Also, I want to miss a period, I've never done it before and I was wondering how often is it okay to do it?

Thanks in advance,
Rose

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Registered: 05-18-2006
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Mon, 03-12-2007 - 9:16am

I'm not sure about how to take a break. I was on the pill continuously for around 4 years before we decided to have a baby.

As for skipping your period my doctor told me I could go three months without one and then take the week of placebos to have my period. Just start the next pack instead of taking the placebos. Some women do have break through bleeding though when they try and skip their periods.

I'm sure the CL will have more concrete answers for you. They're wonderful!

-Mel


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Registered: 12-30-2003
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Mon, 03-12-2007 - 10:55am

Hi celestial.rose, welcome!


      Jill