How To Avoid Pregnancy After One Month
If you mean how to avoid getting pregnant after one month of unprotected sex or after missing your period for a month, here’s what you should consider:
1. If You Had Unprotected Sex a Month Ago and Want to Avoid Pregnancy Now
- Too late for emergency contraception (which works best within 72 hours, up to 5 days in some cases).
- The most reliable next step is to take a pregnancy test to confirm if you’re pregnant.
- If negative and you want to avoid pregnancy going forward:
- Start using effective contraception immediately (condoms, birth control pills, IUD, etc.).
- Track your cycle carefully.
2. If You’ve Missed a Period for a Month
- Missing a period can mean pregnancy or other health issues.
- Take a home pregnancy test to find out.
- If negative, see a doctor for evaluation and to discuss contraception if you want to avoid pregnancy.
3. How to Avoid Pregnancy Going Forward
- Use contraception consistently—natural methods can work but require careful tracking.
- Barrier methods (condoms) are easy and protect against STIs.
- Hormonal options (pills, patch, implant) are more reliable but require prescription.
Summary:
- After a month of unprotected sex, pregnancy test first.
- To avoid pregnancy after that, use contraception going forward.
- Natural methods need cycle tracking and discipline.
