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Birth Control Question
Asked by K.P. from Seattle
on November 10, 2011
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Okay, so here's the thing and it might be long but here goes:
I have been on birth control for about 4 or 5 months and never missed a pill or anything like that.
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- My body also can't handle skipping periods, I would always get a late period when I did that, not to mention I would get weepy. But if you can't afford to get pregnant...
- Fun. You should not be able to get pregnant but they are going to tell you to use a condom just in case. That way if you get pregnant you can yell at yourself instea...
- In my experience, it is standard procedure of the medical profession to tell you to use backup birth control whenever you have "breakthrough bleeding". Usually breakth...
Birth Control and Getting Pregnant....
Asked by R.G. from Albany
on January 27, 2011
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I am a single mum, I am 28.5 years old,getting married in April, and we want to start planning for a baby in a years time. My daughter is 11, and desperately...
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- I don't know about that theory about contraception "aging" you. Like another respondant, I was on the pill for 18 years straight and got pregnant the following month a...
- I don't have any experience in the birth control pills you mentioned. But I do know that all birth control pills have estrogen related synthetic hormones which thro...
- Once you get married. For every year one is on birth control, ones reproductive organs age an extra year - so it may take time for your body to recover. Get "The Billi...
Natural Birth Control???
Asked by S.A. from Hartford
on April 30, 2008
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I am wondering if any of you can give me some suggestions for reading material or other resources that could guide me in some natural birth control options? Without g...
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- What about a diaphram? I used one years ago because I too didn't like condoms. Have you talked to your gynecologist about it? That might be the place to start. Be...
- Very Easy - NFP - Natural Family Planning There are even ways to monitor while nursing to help know when your cycles will come back Check out http://ccli.org Th...
- i successfully avoided w/ tcoyf prior to both of my pregnancies. please feel free to pm me w/ questions.
Problems with Generic Birth Control?
Asked by R.A. from Missoula
on February 27, 2007
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I have had a hard time with "the pill", but had finally found one that worked okay for me. Then my pharmacy said they weren't carrying that brand anymore, but offered ...
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- Hey try the patch. I just read something that said it was better anyway. If that's not working for you there are other options. Talk to your dr about what you can use....
- R., I have had very good luck with the Depo shot. It's convenient because you only have to get it every 3 months so there is no having to remember to take the pill...
- I gave up on pills because of the side effects. I now just use Natural family planning. Great if you can follow rules and there are no side effects! It is different...
Birth Control
Asked by T.L. from Cincinnati
on November 4, 2006
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Is anyone or has anyone taken one of those birth control that let you have a period every three or four months? How was it?
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- T....You don't even have to get the continuous pills you can do it with the regular monthly pills...all you do is skip your sugar pills (the last week) and start on a ...
- I take Seasonale, and I have my period every 3 months. I've been on it since February. I had a little bit of spotting during the final month of the first 3-month cyc...
- I don't recomend the shot. I was on it for about a year and gained 20lbs and I still had like a couple day period. Plus it took 3yrs to get pregnant after I was off. I...
Birth Control
Asked by L.H. from Topeka
on May 18, 2011
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I just had baby number 3 four months ago and do not desire to get back on birth control pills. my doctor recommended I try the IUD Mirena. Looking for advice if you ha...
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- Hi L.! I'm sending you a link from WebMd that entails the side effects of Mirena. I believe it will answer a lot of your questions about it along with those who've tak...
- I haven't, but I know several who have and in almost all of them that thing has managed to get "lost". Best wishes. :)
- I've had Mirena for 3.5 years now and love it. I got it 8 weeks postpartum, my daughter was exclusively breastfed for 6 months and I weaned her at 19 months. I did not...
Misscarriage and Trying to Conceive Again
Asked by A.V. from Beaumont
on October 1, 2006
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I had a misscarriage six weeks before this last easter and we have been trying for another baby for probably about three months now. I have two other children that I ...
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- A., Boy do I know how you feel! I had 2 kids that I was shocked to find out I was pregnant with (we wen't trying, but also not "not" trying) and then when we went for...
- My first pregnancy was a miscarriage. I conceived again with the help of the Clearplan Monitor. I highly recommend this device and it is well worth the money!
- Sorry to hear about your misscarrage. I don't know if I can be of some help, but I had a misscarrage this past july and my dr. wanted me to wait at least 6 months befo...
Advice on Different Birth Control Methods
Asked by S.R. from Phoenix
on June 29, 2007
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I am currently pregnant with my second child and wondering what type of birth control to use after we have this baby since we want more children. I have had terrible e...
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- The IUD is wonderful because it lasts 5 years and you get lighter periods with no cramps. I don't know if there's a problem trying to conceive afterwards but I would l...
- Would a progesterone only birth control pill (like Errin) make any difference in terms of having trouble conceiving afterwards? Maybe not, but just a thought.
- We just had our third, and aren't 100% sure we are done. My Dr. HIGHLY recommended an IUD. Pregnancy can happen as soon as it is removed. Good luck. I get mine next mo...
Seeking Information on a "Good" Birth Control Pill
Asked by T.S. from Dallas
on July 16, 2009
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I have recently decided that it is time for me to get on birth control. I am in no position to get pregnant at this time in my life. :) Can anyone recommend a birth ...
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- I tried the IUD, but when I was told it was out of place and a new one had to be reinserted I refused. The pain I experienced the first time was horrible. I had to lea...
- Had Mirena IUD for 4 years...love it! Periods have become pretty non-existent, but took a year or so for it to get to that point. Mild cramping upon insertion and slig...
- My OB/GYN implanted the Mirena device during a simple office visit. My insurance covered it completely; however, I believe the cost would have been approximately $600...
Birth Control Pills? Depo Shot? What to Do
Asked by N.S. from Dallas
on August 8, 2009
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Hello Ladies,
I am reaching out to you ladies for Birth Control Options.
I have been having horrible periods that last for 6-9 days with tons of pain.
I am not ...
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- Everyone is different - I did 'after the fact' research, what i found astounded me. What was happening to me happened to many other women. I simply googled "depo shot"...
- I don't know about infertility issues, my doctor didn't mention them, but I went on Seasonique after having my daughter, the first 6 weeks were good, but after that I ...
- Hey N., I'm on Loestrin 28. The periods are light and last 4 days. I love it. No side effects. Happy Hunting! Need anything, else, I'll try and help! Stephanie
