Resuming the Pill

**fred** · 07-08-2009 08:24 PM

So I've been on the Pill for years but decided to take a month off when I knew I wouldn't be getting any action but now I want to resume my birth control and haven't had a period in 6 weeks. I've heard that when you stop it can take months to have a period again so is it ok to start on the pill at any point even though it's not during or after my period? I want the contraception protection. Thanks for any input.

**ses** · 08-08-2010 12:14 PM

I'm in the middle of this exact situation. What did you end up doing?? Someone please respond! I can't find an answer anywhere online.

**KatieE** · 08-14-2010 12:43 AM

I recently was forced to stop taking my birth control, but I am seeing my doctor on Monday to resume taking a different brand. I'll tell you what she tells me to do about it.

**Mes T** · 08-14-2010 01:10 AM

I'm not sure either. Ask your doctor when you go in for the new prescription!

On another note though, it's highly advised NOT to stop-and-start birth control pills like that. I mean if it's only one month of no action, then just continue to take the pill. Otherwise you risk seriously confusing your body.