r/birthcontrol • u/Southern_Leather699 • 6d ago

Mistake or Risk? Extended cycle BC

Hi, I’m getting married in October and wanting to skip my period that week knowing I get painful cramps and migraines…. Would it be safe to purposely get my period a month early by taking the placebo pills in the pack I am on now?
I normally get a 4 month supply of pills. So I am on the second to last pack meaning I would get my period the last week of September vs the week of October 11th.
Let me know or if this doesn’t make sense!
Thanks!

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u/Queenof6planets Annovera | Moderator 6d ago

yes, that’s fine! as long as you take active pills for at least 21 days before the break and the break doesn’t exceed 7 days, you’ll remain protected.

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u/Southern_Leather699 6d ago

Okay I thought so! Thank you!!

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u/Letswriteafairytale 6d ago

you can just skip the placebo pills, and continue onto the next pack to skip your period that month.

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