Delaying Your Period with Birth Control

This article addresses the ways that hormonal birth control can be used to delay one's menstrual cycle. It discusses birth control methods that can be used, the benefits and drawbacks of delaying one's menstrual cycle, and other things to keep in mind when considering delaying one's menstrual cycle with birth control.

Are you interested in having fewer periods? It's possible with hormonal birth control. Find out how and get answers to common questions about using birth control to delay or prevent periods.

SOURCE: Mayo Clinic • LAST UPDATED: December 2, 2022