I've been taking birth control for 4 years now and I am a sunday starter. Recently, I've missed 3 active pills in the first week and i followed my health care providers directions to keep taking a pill each day until i reach the end of that week & then start a new pack.. i didnt continue the new pack because she told me it will be like starting all over again, like if this was the first time ever taking birth control. Now realizing that I should have listened to her, I'm thinking about wether or not if i take the pill at this time, would it be as if im starting all over like if this is my first time? or would it affect my body in any way. will it mess up my cycle or effect me if i have sex after the 2nd week when i start the pack again... please help .