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I have been taking my birth control for 3 months and i just started taking my 4 month sunday. i had sex the following night. am i still protected?
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Birth control: Unless i'm missing something, it sounds like you've been taking your birth control straight for 3 months and just started your 4th. If you haven't missed any pills, then yes, you are protected.
Answered 10/4/2016
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Yes: If you haven't missed any pills and are taking them correctly, you re safe.
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