Please provide some do's and don'ts on taking birth control pills.

Ignore: If you miss one pill, take that pill with another when you remember on the next day.

Ignore: Take your pill the same time every day and always have an alternate in case your pills run out.

Ignore: Find/take your pill before your brush your teeth so you can't leave your house without doing it!

There: There are no "safe" days if you want to prevent pregnancy. Use 1, if not 2 forms of birth control.

Ignore: You may be more fertile when you come off the pill,so don't chance it if your out for a few days.

Ignore: Place them next to your toothbrush to help remember to take them every day at the right time.

Pregnancy: Pregnancy can occur even if the man withdraws prior to ejaculation.

Ignore: Use BCPs nightly. Leg pain, shortness of breath & numbness seek medical help. Do not smoke on BCPs.

Ignore: Don't skip days. Do put a daily alarm in your cell phone as a reminder to take your pill.

Ignore: One per day - ideally at the same time. Don't take if over 35 yo and smoke. Spotting gen. resolves.

Ignore: Refill birth control on time so you don't miss doses...ask your pharmacy about auto-refills!

Don't: Don't rely on withdrawal. Do rely on an effective form of contraception like an IUD or Implant!