Birth control pills, need your help ladies.

Hi guys,

I forgot to take one of my pills on Thursday night (week 1) and didn't realize until it was time to take my Friday night pill. I made a mistake and instead of taking the one I missed plus my friday night one together, I only took the friday one. Now I've been having breakthrough bleeding for the past two days. Tonight I will be starting on my Week 2 pills. Should I continue to take my active pills normally for the rest of this cycle, and will the bleeding eventually stop?

I am using Estrostep FE and currently not sexually active with anyone.

I really don't think it's wise to rely on anything (or anyone) but a doctor/ nurse in situations like this. Since none of us are actually experts or medical professionals who are trained, it's better to contact your GP about something like this. I can give you first-hand experience, but your body and mine are not the same; you may react differently.

Yes, I strongly agree with OceanEyes. Some cities have hospitals that have a 24-hour question line with nurses who can answer your medical questions at 3 AM. But, you should contact your primary physician. In the meantime, use a condom!

For now, I'd keep taking them regularly and call your doctor when you can for advice. And use an alternate form of birth control. I highly doubt you are protected at this point. I know you said you aren't sexually active, so just keep it in mind for the rest of this cycle in case the opportunity presents itself.

All right guys, I'll contact my GYN tomorrow then. Thanks so much for the replies.