What birth control are you using?
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I haven't used birth control pills or other contraceptions for about 3 years now. I use my body's natural way of telling me when it's ovulating, when it's fertile, and when I'm on my period by using a period tracker. It works like a charm and I don't have regulating periods like other women who have periods that are spot on every month. I haven't gotten bad cramps like I did when I was on birth control pills.0
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Ever contemplated a ladycomp? computer that tracks your cycle based on temperatures and such. It's similar to NFP with the book, but good for lazy people who don't remember to write things down.
No side effects which believe me, are not worth it regardless of copper, IUD, implant OR even hysterectomy that messes up big time with your hormones and aging!
Heather
^^ This, but I use the "P Tracker" period tracker app.0 -
i take Gianvi which is the generic for Yaz, no problems with it, i took Ortho-Tri Cyclen Lo for a while and gained about 11 lbs with it, but lost it in one month after switching back to the Yaz0
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I use lo estren fe. I haven't noticed much gain or loss with it to be honest, but it helps me maintain my period. I had an overactive one for awhile, and this settles it down to a normal schedule. I know on women who experience a normal period, it's likely to make them experience it only 4 months out of the year.
Hope you find one that works for you!0 -
Anyone with implanon still have a little black and blue mark at the opposite end it was inserted? I had mine inserted back I may and still have a little black and blue mark. Called the dr, they said they've never heard of that happening, they just HAD to see me and when I go in, the dr says "oh, hat should clear up". Saw him for 2 seconds. Anyone else have this problem? Other then that, I love the thing!0
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I have the copper iud, the non hormone kind. I love it! No side effects, except for a slightly heavier period. Our insurance didn't cover it, but i got mine done at the health department. Based on income, i only paid 42 dollars for it.(that was almost 7 years ago) Thats only 4 dollars a year, in the long run.
I would reccommend it to anyone.0 -
If you are looking for permanent then check out Essure. I have Adiana (I believe it was recently taken off the market for legal reasons, not health) but it's similar to Essure. The difference is the material used. There are no hormones involved and the procedure isn't bad at all. I had it done one morning and was out and about that afternoon.0
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Chuck E Cheese's parties. Best birth control out there.
I just got Mirena last month. I'm happy with it but still have PTSD from when they put it in. :noway:0 -
I take Micronor. I don't like it, but because I'm old (allegedly) and more at risk of stroke, it's the only one my family planning GP will allow me to take. It doesn't agree with me at all but hey ho. I did however love Marvelon!0
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I use and LOVE the nuva-ring. I have done the pill in the past but would never ever go back0
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My husband got the snip in 2007, it's wonderful. Haha! Talk him into it. It takes a couple of minutes and is no big deal. My husband and I went out afterwards because we were like "Sweet, we have a sitter!" Hahaha He put a pack of frozen peas on his nuts when we got home for like an hour and then got bored and painted the ceiling because he had the day off work. He got the laser one, only one stitch.0
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Has anyone else noticed how the MEN are suggesting abstinence-related birth control methods?
This is 2012, not the 1950's. We have the right to get just as much action as you do...
...and there's not a whole hell of a lot you can do about it0 -
Hysterectomy - 3.5 years ago.0
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my husband had the snip snip done after my first child (and me almost dying from complications) and well.....they can fail. But I have two beautiful children. I had the tubal ligation done after the birth of my second child. The incision is small and done through your belly button. so if you are not going to have more children, why not?! And...well...if you hubby mans up and gets it done, make sure he gets it checked. LOL.0
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Paragard IUD. No hormones. No weight gain. No side effects. Last for 10 years. Insurance covered 100%.0
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Extreme abstinence, god I hate my life.0
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The first stuff I was on was called Trinesa I think? The second one I think was called seasonique or something idk lol
But the first one I was on I lost weight.
The second one I was on was the kind where you don't get your period for 4 months.
I switched to the second one because the first one gave me really bad cramps and ovarian pain. But the second one made me basically bipolar, and I gained about 30lbs.
So, none for now hahah.0 -
Chuck E Cheese's parties. Best birth control out there.
I just got Mirena last month. I'm happy with it but still have PTSD from when they put it in. :noway:
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oh this made me chuckle!!!0 -
I got my tubes tied and it was the best decision I could have ever made.0
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Im on Depo Provera . been on it for 6 years with no ill effects at all!
Me too. Just FYI- I recommend a calcium supplement if you go this route. It's been found to weaken bones if taken for long periods of time.0 -
Had a tubal ligation - best decision EVER. Wish I could have had it done sooner.0
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So I went to the doctor and she recommended the Nuvaring.... I was on it before and my husband reminded me I didn't like it ( i don't remember). Doesn't that thing need to be refridgerated if you get more than one on the perscription? The doctor told me if I take a long car ride to make sure I move and take breaks because this ring can cause blood clots! WTH....I take it to stop from getting pregnant but can get other problems from it.... I don't know what to do... I have been reading all of your posts on this and I am at a loss....so its still sitting in my fridge since i don't know what to do0
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I'm on microgynon 30. It's a pill, yes, but it's worked the best for me. No side effects whatsoever.
Looking to go onto the Mirena at some point though, for a better peace of mind.0 -
Nuva-Ring Also made me bat-**** crazy and way too emotional. Not worth it.0
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Nothing...my husband has been snipped :bigsmile:0
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Why exactly do you not like Micronor? I've been in it for weeks and am looking for other people's experiences. I'm only 19 but I was put on it because I have family history of high blood pressure (although mine is very low) and stroke.
Did you experience any problems with weight gain, skin problems and hair loss?0 -
I take Micronor. I don't like it, but because I'm old (allegedly) and more at risk of stroke, it's the only one my family planning GP will allow me to take. It doesn't agree with me at all but hey ho. I did however love Marvelon!
Did you experience any problems with weight gain, skin problems and hair loss?0
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