hi someone pls educate me ? i was on the implant for a year and it didnt agree with me so i went onto thr combind pill, the day i got the implant removed i started the pill, does that mean im immediately protected? google is telling me different things. im so scared of becoming pregnant bc i got pregnant at 1/6 and am now 1/8. im really hoping i am protected as i dont want to be pregnant. im bad at always assuming im pregnant and overthinking it to the point i cant sleep at night. pls someone chat to me. ty x

I would assume no because you're switching from progesterone-only method to a combined hormonal method. The combined pill takes 7 days/8 pills to become effective

Does it say anything in your pamphlet about switching from the implant to the pill?

No, you’re not right away when protected swapping from the implant to a combined pill. You had to use a barrier method for the first week. I don’t know how long it’s been but you may still be able to use an emergency contraceptive.

^ You’ll need to wait 7 days. If you’re ever unsure about your protection status for any reason you’re best to use condoms.