Pregnancy After Stopping Birth Control: What to Know

It is possible to get pregnant after stopping birth control, even if you have already had your period. There is a chance that you ovulated before your period ended, or that you ovulated early in your cycle. If you had unprotected sex during this time, there is a risk of pregnancy.

To be sure, you should take a pregnancy test. Pregnancy tests can be purchased at most drugstores. If the test is positive, you should see a doctor to confirm the pregnancy. If the test is negative, but you are still concerned about being pregnant, you should see a doctor. They can do a blood test to check for pregnancy hormones.