Take a deep breath. Here are the answers to all of your questions, and a breakdown of *exactly* what you should after you've missed a pill. (Hint: Panicking isn't on the list.)
How can I remember to take my pill regularly? Both Dr. Owens and Dr. Ross recommend taking the pill when you complete a daily task such as brushing your teeth at night. That first habit will cue you to remember, Oh yeah, time for my pill! You can also set a reminder on your phone, or Dr. Owens suggests an app like , which sends funny text messages when it's time to pop your pill. And if you repeatedly forget your pill (and freak out over pregnancy), you may want to consider another form of birth control such as an IUD or the ring. It can cause a lot of hormonal imbalance if you're on the pill and don't take it every day, Dr. Ross says. There are other just as good birth control options. Talk to your healthcare provider to determine what's best for you.