what's the safest way to control my period with the pill?
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I'll tackle the bonus question since the first person got it exactly right--you just skip the placebos.\n\nThat blood (or more correctly, endometrial lining) won't go anywhere until you have a period.  However, one of the effects of the pill is to cause less endometrial tissue to form--one of the ways it prevents pregnancy is by thinning the endometrium to a point where it could not support the development of an embryo.  So you might have a period that's a little heavier than usual if you skip one, but gradually your periods should get shorter and lighter the longer you stay on the pill.\n\nAlso, the safest pills for skipping periods are the low estrogen pills.  This is because when you skip a period, you get an extra week of hormones.  If you have estrogen-related side effects, they might get a little worse when you skip your period.\n\nIf you want to skip periods often, you should look into the lowest dose pills (Alesse, Mircette, and LoEstrin--I personally am on Mircette and I love it).  Better yet, there is a new pill called Seasonale that gives you only four periods a year.
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Check the instructions and side effects for missing pills in your birth control packet. You should also consult your doctor, or if he is unavailable by night, go to the nearest drug store and ask a pharpacist. Bleeding is sometimes normal but if you are insecure about it, visit your doctor first thing in the morning. For online info, do some google searches. But visit your doctor. After getting things back to normal, never ever forget to take your pill at the scheduled time. If possible set an alarm clock in your watch or cel phone at an hour that is best for you to take the pill. The best way these pills work is by following a strict discipline. \nHope everything turns out well
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my doc told me it was totally ok...there are birth control pills that they prescribe now that you only get ur period every 3 months.  my doc assured me that it is not necessary to have a menstrual cycle while on the pill...i have skipped a lot..but i wouldn't personally recommend over-doing it all the time because doctors don't really know everything.
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Apple Cider Vinegar works fast in slowing down a heavy cycle. Wow! I discovered this quite by accident after I started drinking it. I recommend it for every woman suffering from a heavy flow!"\n\n"Drink 1 or 2 glasses of tomato juice, especially V-8, every day. You'll see significant improvment in your flow, and fewer cramps in your next period\n\n"I also found water helps. Laying in the bath (for 30 to 60 minutes or so depending on your situation) really seems to work well
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if you are on the pill, stop taking it.\n\nIf not, then there is no way, sorry
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Once your period has already started, there is no surefire way to stop it or shorten it.  Only hormonal control (e.g. birth control pills, etc.) can really help you control your period.\n\nHowever, you're just bleeding out what is already in there--try hot baths and, if you are sexually active, try having sex.  Having sex and orgasming causes your uterus to contract, which will push out the blood faster.\n\nIf your period is usually more than 5-6 days, you probably won't be able to stop it so quickly with only one day to work with.  All I could recommend in that case are good tampons--I prefer OB brand for my excessively heavy flow (still trying to figure out what MY problem is!).\n\nGood luck!
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You should WAIT until you period comes BEFORE you take your birth control. Because birth control pills contains high levels of the female hormones estrogen and progestin, taking them before your period will cause you to not have a period - until you get to the placebo pills.\n\nThe placebo pills are those pills will little or no hormones. When the hormone level decreases, that allows for the women to have her period.\n\nIf you do not have a period within the next five (5) days, however, you should consult with your doctor or healthcare provider for a pregnancy test. You may also perform an over-the-counter pregnancy tests, but confirm the result with your doctor.\n\nHope this answers your question!
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Ok, so check with your doctor first, to see if they think it's an ok thing to do.  I have done it before, and my doctor OK-ed it first.\n\nWhen you get to the last set of pills, or the placebo pills, throw the pack out and start a new one.  This will only work if your period if regular and hasn't started yet.\n\nI think some people forget that having your period means a lot more than just bleeding.  A tampon isn't going to get rid of the bloating, irritability, and cramps that could potentially ruin a vacation.  So if your doctor says it's safe.... GO FOR IT!
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If you are on the pill, skip the suger pills (last week) and go right into your next pack. If you aren't, then go to a doctor right away and get him/her to get you a script for something that might be able to prolong things.
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Your best bet is to wait til your period starts, like the directions say ... the reason being that on the off chance you're pregnant, you shouldn't take the Pill, because it could be bad for the baby.  Once your period starts, it's safe to start taking them.  I know it's annoying to have to wait, but it's best to work with your body.
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I am not an expert about the pill, so I researched this for you, after you read it, you will have a much better understanding...\n\n \n\nWhat are Birth Control Pills? \nThe Pill is the most popular type of birth control. There are many different brands of The Pill and they come in packs of 21 or 28 pills. One pill is taken every day. The first 21 pills have a combination of synthetic estrogen and progesterone hormones. The Pill stops ovulation, preventing the ovaries from releasing eggs. The Pill also thickens cervical mucus, making it harder for sperm to enter the uterus. The hormones in the Pill prevent fertilization. The last 7 pills of a 28-day pack have no hormones and are called spacer pills. The Pill is 92-99.7% effective as birth control. It does not protect against reproductive tract infections, including HIV/AIDS.\n\nUse \nWhen started within 6 days of the start of a period or within 6 days after an abortion, The Pill is effective immediately. If the Pill is started at other times, it will be effective after one month. To lower the risk of pregnancy and sexually transmitted infections, condoms can be used while taking The Pill. \nStarting The Pill:\nThere are several ways to begin taking The Pill. One common way is to start on the first day of your period or the first day after an abortion. Some women prefer to start on the first Sunday after they begin their period or the first Sunday after an abortion. \nContinuing:\nTake one pill every day until you finish an entire pack. Try to link taking The Pill with a regular activity that you do at the same time every day, like eating a meal or brushing your teeth. If you have a 28-day pack, start a new pack immediately after you finish the old one. If you have a 21-day pack, take one pill every day for 21 days, no pills for 7 days, then start the new pack immediately. \nCautions \nSome women may not be able to take The Pill because of the risk of serious health problems. Women who are over 35 and smoke or who have any of the following conditions should not take The Pill: \n·History of heart attack or stroke\n·Blood clots\n·Unexplained vaginal bleeding\n·Known or suspected cancer\n·Known or suspected pregnancy\n·Liver disease \nWomen who are under 35 and smoke, have migraines, gallbladder disease, hypertension, diabetes, epilepsy, sickle cell disease, elective surgery, a history of blood clots, liver or heart disease may not be able to take The Pill. Your clinician or doctor can decide. \nWomen who use The Pill have a higher risk of heart attack and stroke. The effects of The Pill on breast cancer are still unknown. The Pill lowers a woman's chance of developing ovarian cancer, endometrial cancer, and pelvic inflammatory disease. \nAs the body adjusts to hormonal changes created by The Pill, women often experience some minor side effects, including:\n·Irregular bleeding or spotting\n·Nausea\n·Breast tenderness\n·Weight gain and/or water retention\n·Spotty darkening of the skin\n·Mood changes\nSide effects usually disappear after 2-3 cycles. If your side effects are bothersome after 2-3 cycles or if heavy bleeding occurs, continue taking your pills and call the clinic for an appointment to talk about your prescription. \nDrug Interactions \nThe effectiveness of the Pill is lowered when taken with certain medications, including antibiotics, anti-seizure, tuberculosis, and migraine medications. If you are taking any medications, tell your clinician. When taking medications that may interfere with BC, consider adding a backup method of birth control, like condoms and spermicide. As with all drugs, it is useful to inform all your medical providers if you are using hormonal birth control. \nWomen who experience any of the following symptoms while taking The Pill should call the clinic immediately: \n·Abdominal pains (severe) \n·Chest pain or shortness of breath \n·Headaches (severe) \n·Eye problems, such as blurred vision \n·Severe leg or arm pain or numbness
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All I can say and for surety.. there is no REAL safe thing to do. That is.. you take a risk whether it is a pill for contraception.. using a condom, or the morning after pill, etc.The chances that the above methods WILL work are about 95% in your favor but there is always that 5%..
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If you start taking the pill on the first day of your next period, you are safe to have sex after 7 days. For the first seven days, if you are having sex, use a condom. Although you're less likely to have sex then as you'll be on your period.
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You can get a tablet on prescription from your doctor that will stop your period for that month - they are very sympathetic if you explain - ideal for when you go on holiday as well (can't remeber what the tablet is called).
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I believe you're supposed to start taking the pill the first day your period starts and you should have been told this by whoever supplied them.  Make sure you use protection until your next period and on the first day, start on a new pack.\n\nhttp://www.angelic1healing.com
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Birth control pills must be taken each day at about the same time to be effective and prevent pregnancy. The best time to take them is at night, before you go to bed
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IUD, birth control pills, birth control patch, sponge, diaphragm, tubes tied, etc. See a doctor to see what method works best for you.