Assuming she takes the pill every day, at the same time every day, & does not take any medications which will interact with the effectiveness of the pill; approximately 3 out of every 100 women will become pregnant.
Based on your age and your ability to potentially support a child or to terminate a pregnancy should be considered prior to not using a condom. Additionally, BCP's do not protect against STD's.
It's only a decision you and your partner can make. The majority of monogamous partners in long term relationships do not use another contraceptive. However, if you are younger, think long & hard before you skip a backup method.
You cannot just rely upon your partner but must take responsiblity for yourself and your own share of the protection burden. ALWAYS wear a condom. Period.
it's always recomended to use two methods and BCpill + Condom are the prefered, if your young and in your prime the condom will probably make you last longer as well
Assuming she takes the pill every day, at the same time every day, & does not take any medications which will interact with the effectiveness of the pill; approximately 3 out of every 100 women will become pregnant.
Based on your age and your ability to potentially support a child or to terminate a pregnancy should be considered prior to not using a condom. Additionally, BCP's do not protect against STD's.
It's only a decision you and your partner can make. The majority of monogamous partners in long term relationships do not use another contraceptive. However, if you are younger, think long & hard before you skip a backup method.
You cannot just rely upon your partner but must take responsiblity for yourself and your own share of the protection burden. ALWAYS wear a condom. Period.
Birth Control Failure Rates
it's always recomended to use two methods and BCpill + Condom are the prefered, if your young and in your prime the condom will probably make you last longer as well