What should I do if I forgot to take my pill during the first week of my third continuous pack?

If you forgot to take your pill during the first week of your third continuous pack, and you took it less than 24 hours late, you should still be protected. Just continue taking your pills as usual and there is no need for any additional protection. However, if you forget to take a pill for more than 24 hours or stop taking the pill for more than 7 consecutive days, there may be a loss of effectiveness.