Hello everyone! Seems to be a common problem:
I was with my boyfriend and the condom came off and I was on my period (about 3 days into it and not really bleeding too much). Then I went (less than 24 hours later) and got the morning after pill. That was yesterday and today I am bleeding quite heavily. is it safe to say that I'm probably fine and not pregnant? I'm definitely bleeding a lot and since I took the pill in under 24 hours....? I'm probably being paranoid...
Well, the probability of getting pregnant on your period is very low unless ovulation just happens to overlap with menstruation (usually happens if your period is irregular). Plus, one of the most common side effects of the morning after pill is spotting, or irregular bleeding. That means the pill is working. If you're bleeding heavily, I would say you're not pregnant and to relax or you'll psych yourself out and stress way too much (which can lead to further worry because it can make any future periods late or missed!) So, you should be fine. Don't worry too much. If you feel the absolute need to double check and calm your nerves (I always do), then take a test after the bleeding stops.