Use hormonal birth control pills continuously, skipping the placebo or pill-free week
Ask a doctor about a prescription period-delay medication such as norethindrone
Use a hormonal patch or ring continuously, without the usual break
Start or adjust birth control only with medical guidance
Do not rely on emergency contraception to delay a period
Avoid using unproven home remedies or supplements to delay a period
Consult a healthcare professional before delaying periods if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, have irregular cycles, or have a history of blood clots, migraine with aura, liver disease, or high blood pressure