Birth Control AFTER Vasectomy???

I got OFF of the pill to stabilize my emotions, get out of depression, and cut down on my migraines. The artifical hormones and I did NOT agree. My husband having a vasectomy has been awesome - no more worries! And if something does happen, well, that baby was just meant to be.

I'd consult another dr just for a second opinion. I'm guessing she means a lo-progesterone BC.

I don' think there is anything wrong with it, but i personally hated the BC side effects, (weight gain, nausuea, etc)....maybe you can find something more holistic? And cheaper on your insurance! :)

I've been on the pill for a total of 25+ years, so I'm not against the pill. It has worked well for me. After my husband had his V, right after the birth of our daughter, I was glad to be able to be off the pill. I was off the pill for five years and felt that I had fewer PMS-type symptoms including emotional swings and blood-sugar swings, and felt great. Unfortunately, we divorced and I discovered in dating that many men over 40 or even 50 have not yet had a V and so went back on the pill. Now, at 50, I use it for both BC and reduction of pre-menopausal symptoms. At least, my OB/GYN assures me that it is "evening out" those types of symptoms. I would love to be able to go off the pill soon, and test that theory.

I really doubt the 60% statement. The reasoning just sounds false. We women in our "natural" state really aren't all emotional wrecks... If a person is suffering from anxiety, there are other treatments for that. Vigorous exercise and a healthy diet are the best cures for anxiety, emotional swings, and premenopause symptoms.

One of the main reasons I wanted my husband to have a vasectomy was because I HATE the pill! I would never take it voluntarily -it makes me feel awful. I know some women like it for "stabilization" and whatnot, but I think 60% is a pretty high number. I'm 42 and many of my friends' husbands have had vasectomies at this point, and none of us are on the pill. Even those of us who are still needing some type of birth control aren't using the pill. I don't know how old you are, but do some research on "hormone therapy" -of which the pill used in this instance would be -and look at alternatives as well.

I prefer my own natural emotions and cycle. I can't wait till my husband has a vasectomy so I can say goodbye to that stuff forever!

Im one of those that can not take BC. I tried many kinds. They just make me ill in so many ways. I wish my husband would get a V. He is a fertile dude. Right now I am weighing IUD, but I think I might just get a Tubal soon. I was on the schedule then had to cancel for other reasons. I wish BC worked for me though. I dont really get mood swings as much, I just would like to lessen the length and amounts.

After the birth of my second baby, my husband had a vasectomy. As luck would have it, my periods became irregular. About 6 mos after him getting the surgery, my period stopped for about 4 mos. Of course, everyone thought I was pregnant (which I wasn't). It was totally unnerving! I had to get on something to start it back, and all was well for about 3 mos. Now I am back to no period again. I have some BC pills to help regulate it, but I am worried the pill will cause me to get all emotional and crazy, not the opposite.
To date, I haven't taken the pills yet. I just don't really want to go down that road again and they are a pain to remember. Right now, I am seriously considering uterine ablation. Emotions I can deal with- an accidental pregnancy due to a failed vasectomy I cannot deal with. lol

my husband had it done about 4 years ago but I haven't taken any type of bc in about 8 years. I had a horrible time with it. Before our kids we would just watch our timing and be careful. Both our kids were planned