Sometimes old ideas die hard. One good example is the old idea that you have to start taking the pill on a Sunday, or start it five days after your period begins. Research has shown that this is just plain wrong.
If you were ever confused why you were told to wait until Sunday to take the pill, insert the ring, or start the patch, Dr. Sara Kennedy will give you the answers and some advice in the latest Provider Perspective, “Starting the pill: How about now?”.
