i’ve been on birth control for about a year now. started a 21 day pack for june and continued a second pack through july as i was on holiday. i’ve noticed some period symptoms despite taking the pill every day. including cramps and bleeding. is it best to continue the second pack or just take a break as my body is showing period signs?? i’m confused as i’ve been on the pill for a year so no reason why my hormones should be fluctuating???

Breakthrough bleeding is always a possible side effect. Skipping breaks can also cause heightened side effects such as bleeding. Your hormones aren’t fluctuating, these are just possible side effects that come with using birth control.