On the contraceptive pill for years? Here’s what it means for conception later

Concerns about the contraceptive pill impacting future fertility are largely unfounded. The pill temporarily pauses ovulation, with fertility typically returning within weeks or months after stopping. Underlying conditions like PCOS or endometriosis, not the pill itself, can affect conception. Lifestyle factors and pre-existing issues are the primary determinants of fertility, not long-term pill use.