Hey Popo,

Part of the reason you might not be syncing up with the placebo pills could be because you'll miss 2or 3 days. That really does affect your cycle. I know if I miss that many, my period pretty much starts. I would definitely talk to your doctor. They might decide to try a new pill. It amazes me, but each one works a little differently and affects you in different ways. Also, make sure you're using back up protection while you're figuring all this out (I know that if I missed my period for 3 months at a time, I'd be going crazy and buying ever pregnancy test out there...)

How long is awhile anyways? It can take up to 6 months to really get in a "groove." I noticed when I switched my birth control, the symptoms I was trying to deal with would get less and less each time I got my period, though my symptoms were more emotional/craziness than physical (at least this time around... last time it was because of horrible cramps, but that was years ago and I don't remember it very well)

In the mean time, set an alarm on your phone for the exact same time every day and keep your pills with your phone. Try to take it wherever you are. That works the best for me.

Good luck!!
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