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Comment on I had unprotected sex right after my period ended. Could I be pregnant? by Alex

Alex — Fri, 04 May 2012 18:19:03 +0000

Hi Priya, Not sure if you're talking about taking a daily birth control pill or the morning-after pill. The morning-after pill can help prevent pregnancy if you take it within 5 days after unprotected sex, though it's more effective the sooner you take it. Also, getting your period is a sign that you're not pregnant. And if you're worried that you might be pregnant, you can always take a pregnancy test to find out for sure. Alex

Comment on Can pre-cum get you pregnant? by NinaB

NinaB — Fri, 04 May 2012 15:26:29 +0000

Hi Alisha,
There are plenty of reasons why your period might be late, like stress or changes in your weight or diet. If more time passes and you’re still worried about a late period, you can contact a health care provider to talk about your concerns.
-Nina

Comment on I had unprotected sex right after my period ended. Could I be pregnant? by NinaB

NinaB — Fri, 04 May 2012 15:24:50 +0000

Hi Becky,
Pregnancy can happen when sperm enters the vagina. If your partner came inside you, it’s possible that you could become pregnant. In the future, it’s a good idea to use a birth control method, like condoms, if you aren’t ready to be pregnant.
-Nina

Comment on Does sex delay your period? by NinaB

NinaB — Fri, 04 May 2012 15:20:27 +0000

Hi Stephh,
A negative pregnancy test is a sign you’re not pregnant. There are plenty of reasons why your period might be late, like stress or changes in your weight or diet. If more time passes and you’re still worried about a late period, you can contact a health care provider to talk about your concerns.
-Nina

Comment on Can pre-cum get you pregnant? by NinaB

NinaB — Fri, 04 May 2012 15:15:54 +0000

Hi Bubbles,
Pregnancy can occur whenever semen gets into the vagina. If it’s been less than five days (120 hours) since you had unprotected sex, you can take emergency contraception to reduce the risk of pregnancy. The sooner you take the morning after pill after unprotected sex, the more effective it is. It typically reduces the risk of pregnancy by 89% when taken within 72 hours. Read more about emergency contraception here.
-Nina

Comment on Can pre-cum get you pregnant? by NinaB

NinaB — Fri, 04 May 2012 15:12:02 +0000

Hi Lindsay,
The only way that sex can delay your period is if you get pregnant. If you used a condom correctly and your boyfriend did not ejaculate, it is safe to say that you aren’t pregnant.
-Nina

Comment on Can I get the pill without my parents finding out? by NinaB

NinaB — Fri, 04 May 2012 15:09:55 +0000

Hi Aly,
It’s a great idea to have the morning after pill on hand in case of an emergency. Plan B is available from drugstores and health centers without a prescription–you can buy it at a local drugstore without filling out any forms or providing any personal information. Just ask for it at the pharmacy counter.
-Nina

Comment on Can you get pregnant without having sex? by NinaB

NinaB — Fri, 04 May 2012 15:06:09 +0000

Hi Boo, You can read about how pregnancy happens here. -Nina

Comment on How long does it take for NuvaRing to become effective? by NinaB

NinaB — Fri, 04 May 2012 15:05:15 +0000

Hi Merce, If you insert the vaginal ring later than five days after the start of your period, protection will begin after seven days. You should use another method of birth control — like a condom or spermicide — if you have vaginal intercourse during the first week of ring use. Read more about the NuvaRing here. -Nina

Comment on I get pregnant from pre-cum if I’m on the pill? by NinaB

NinaB — Fri, 04 May 2012 15:00:48 +0000

Hi Monica, The birth control pill will not prevent pregnancy if you started taking it after having unprotected sex. Read more about the birth control pill here. -Nina