What birth control are you using?

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  • frando
    frando Posts: 583 Member
    I have the 'rod' implant (I can't remember the technical term!) but it's mainly for easing my menstrual cramps and cycles as they're classed as 'medically severe' as I loose at least three times as much as I should do.

    I didn't put any weight on but it is pretty typical to do so though as its basically feeding hormones into me. Although I now hardly ever have periods they're alot lighter (so much so my stock of extra strength tampons is no longer required!) but the cramps are just as bad though.

    Annoyingly I haven't had a period for three months and now, the day before I go see my boyfriend for the last time in aaaages I start >__< bloody typical (pun mildly intended).
  • eatcleanNtraindirty
    eatcleanNtraindirty Posts: 444 Member
    I love you too baberz! Muah ;)
  • thehka
    thehka Posts: 74 Member
    I was on seasonique for about 6 months because my period was always extremely irregular and started to bleed for the last 2 months. Yeah that's right, I bled for 2 months straight. It was a pain in the butt so I switched over to a regular monthly dose. I stopped bleeding immediately wooh.
  • Akimajuktuq
    Akimajuktuq Posts: 3,037 Member
    I have ethical issues with both hormones and IUD. There really ARE natural ways to avoid pregnancy and it's been mentioned by a couple of people. And I'm not talking about pulling out. lol

    Of course, I have no man in sight so no worries... but if one was available/acceptable, I would still have to choose abstinence (although I do have some non-latex condoms collecting dust in the closet). I'm almost 40, and while I'd hoped to have another child (I have a four year old), it's just too difficult financially, physically, and emotionally to go it alone.
  • kooltray87
    kooltray87 Posts: 501 Member
    I'm on Implanon, which I totally love, but in an effort to save a little money and go the non-hormonal route, I was thinking of using the Todd Akin method, and just making sure that all my future sexual encounters are legitimate rapes.

    By far the funniest thing i've read in awhile!
  • inkosazana
    inkosazana Posts: 2
    I use Nuva-Ring, I was on a combination pill prior to that I and I did definitely find that it was harder to loose weight. The Nuva-Ring certainly works better for me than the pill.
  • scarlet_goddess13
    scarlet_goddess13 Posts: 38
    I have the implanon. Best decision i ever made! Lighted up my periods so much and there was no side effect of weight gain that I experienced!
  • MrDude_1
    MrDude_1 Posts: 2,510 Member
    I use Nuva-Ring, I was on a combination pill prior to that I and I did definitely find that it was harder to loose weight. The Nuva-Ring certainly works better for me than the pill.

    I concur.
  • case87
    case87 Posts: 30 Member
    I'm on Implanon, which I totally love, but in an effort to save a little money and go the non-hormonal route, I was thinking of using the Todd Akin method, and just making sure that all my future sexual encounters are legitimate rapes.

    <3 This! :)
  • Sh0ewh0re7_BlingItOn
    Sh0ewh0re7_BlingItOn Posts: 501 Member
    Used to use the "PULL N PRAY" method, worked for 14 years....and now I have a 1 year old and TIED TUBES :)
  • weighlossforbaby
    weighlossforbaby Posts: 847 Member
    I had the 5 year Mirena IUD and it worked GREAT!
  • PRMinx
    PRMinx Posts: 4,585 Member
    I was on seasonique for about 6 months because my period was always extremely irregular and started to bleed for the last 2 months. Yeah that's right, I bled for 2 months straight. It was a pain in the butt so I switched over to a regular monthly dose. I stopped bleeding immediately wooh.

    I hated seasonique. I gained like 15 pounds in a month. It was water retention, but still!
  • weemawhit
    weemawhit Posts: 26 Member
    I'm on Implanon, which I totally love, but in an effort to save a little money and go the non-hormonal route, I was thinking of using the Todd Akin method, and just making sure that all my future sexual encounters are legitimate rapes.

    :laugh: :laugh: :laugh:
  • Erica0718
    Erica0718 Posts: 469 Member
    Mirena love it because of no TOM and don't have to remember to take it. I am 28 don't have any kids (never want any) sometimes Dr's will tell you that it will be a little more uncomfotable during the insertion for a woman who has never been prego but overall I didn't think it was bad.
  • jltaft21
    jltaft21 Posts: 34 Member
    Pulling out - it has no side effects.

    Yeah it does. Just ask my sister. She wouldn't be here without it. LOL!
  • ValerieMartini2Olives
    ValerieMartini2Olives Posts: 3,024 Member
    Right now - none. That's how I got my growing tenant.

    I have been on the Pill which I liked the most, but it's so much of a hassle to take every day.
    I have been on the shot. When it wore off, I bled for a year straight.

    After I have my baby, I think I'm going to get an IUD or some kind of implant. I'm looking for something that will last like 5 years. I was thinking about getting Essure, but that is non-reversible.
  • shammxo
    shammxo Posts: 1,432 Member
    Sprintec.
    I want to die.

    My boobs hurt. It makes me CRAZY, nauseous, and gives me migraines that make me even more nauseous.

    I'm stopping it after I see my doctor again. Seriously, I'd rather be knocked up.
  • SourTea
    SourTea Posts: 2 Member
    I personally have only taken the Depo-shot before a while back as far as birth control. It made me emotionally crazy and made me gain 15-20 pounds or so.
    I'm actually into women, so I don't really have to sweat about that anymore ah ha! :P
  • gemmalianne84
    gemmalianne84 Posts: 75
    I have the implant. The side effects for me were irregular periods. They were lighter and shorter but I was having them every 2 weeks. They seem to be getting a bit more regular now and are still lighter than usual for me but they can go on for around 10 days. I don't think I will have the implant in again once this one gets removed, but it's different for everyone.
  • follmer20
    follmer20 Posts: 129 Member
    I have implanon. My in insurance covered all of it so I paid nothing. It's kinda gross when you see the needle they put in your arm but, atleast you don't have to worry about taking a pill every day. I love it! Periods.......made them ALOT lighter, but when I think it's over after a couple days, it decides it wants to come back. That's the only thing I hate. No cramping or anything with it also.
  • Impy84
    Impy84 Posts: 430
    nuvaring
  • ForeverIrish
    ForeverIrish Posts: 227 Member
    When the BF and I went on our third date, he told me he'd had a vasectomy. My reply? "I think I love you!"
  • anzielinger
    anzielinger Posts: 11 Member
    Me too! I think the Nuvaring is the best - but expensive. I only have to think about it once a month.
  • kjw1031
    kjw1031 Posts: 300 Member
    I rely on my personality for birth control.
  • downwithbottledwater
    downwithbottledwater Posts: 44
    I'm on a relatively new kind of pill called micronor.

    It is progesterone only. So no increased risk of weight gain or migraines.

    You take pills every day, so no periods. Great!

    It is also available as a shot.
  • NoahandPresleysMom
    NoahandPresleysMom Posts: 763 Member
    welll right now i have my tubes tied lol but before when i lost 150 lbs i was on Mirena. Other then the abdomen pain i loved it!!
  • AlichiaMJohnson73
    AlichiaMJohnson73 Posts: 186 Member
    Tubal Ligation! Had the procedure performed right after giving birth to my now...17 year old daughter!!! I wish it was reversable with good results, I got married almost 2 years ago and wouldv'e love being able to have another child with my husband. Oh well! We are satisfied with the children we have and grandkids!!! :heart:
  • cici1028
    cici1028 Posts: 799 Member
    Loestrin FE... It is amazing. A pill, sure. But dropped 5 pounds went I went on it and haven't had my period in years. By design. Love!
  • datguy2011
    datguy2011 Posts: 477 Member
    I rely on my personality for birth control. <<---- classic
  • SoViLicious
    SoViLicious Posts: 2,633 Member
    None, I like to take risks!

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