Use condoms every time you have sex
Avoid unprotected sex until you know whether you are pregnant
Take a home pregnancy test as soon as possible
Repeat the pregnancy test in 48 to 72 hours if the result is negative and your period still does not start
Track ovulation and avoid sex during the fertile window
Use fertility awareness methods consistently and correctly
Practice withdrawal only as a backup method, not as a reliable primary method
Consider emergency contraception if unprotected sex happened within the last 3 to 5 days
Do not rely on herbs, douching, or home remedies to prevent pregnancy
See a healthcare professional if your period remains missed or the test is unclear