"I don't have any bleeding during my pill-free week?"

It is possible to not experience bleeding during the break from your birth control pill. This can be a common side effect of the medication you are taking. If you decide to stop taking the pill, it is important to keep in mind that your menstrual cycle may not return immediately. You have the option to stop taking the pill at any time, and you are not required to finish the current pack. If you resume taking the pill on the first day of your period, it will be effective right away. If you start taking the pill at a different point in your cycle, it is recommended to use an additional form of contraception for a week.