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NuvaRing Birth Control - Side Effects
As a woman's health care provider who prescribes Nuva ring, among all other birth control methods, I'll just echo the general message out there about the ...
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- As a woman's health care provider who prescribes Nuva ring, among all other birth control methods, I'll just echo the general message out there about the ring. Like A...
- I was perscribed NuvaRing after my son was born. I had some really bad side effects with it. Not only did i have the spotting that it says may happen but i had sever...
- I had heard good things about it from a friend but I had issues when I used it. The ring kept falling out (the sensation when you don't insert a tampon properly). This...
Birth Control
Read all 11 responses: "I am planning on switching birth control methods. I am thinking of switching to depo or the other shot that is monthly (the name ...
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- I was on the depo shot for a few years before I got pregnant in 2002. I really liked it at first. I stopped the injections to conceive, which took about a year. Onc...
- I never went past the pill or patch. Hubby is in the medical field and says there are way to many complications with the shots. We never used the IUD either because it...
- I have been on Depo for almost 6 years. I like it a lot. Weight gain was not an issue for me. When I bruoght this up with my OB/GYN he said medicne does not make peopl...
What Is an IUD, and What Are Other Non-hormonal b.c. Methods
the only other non hormonal birth control are NFP and the barrier methods ( cervical cap, diaphragm, and of course condoms). the nova ring is a good option ...
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- the only other non hormonal birth control are NFP and the barrier methods (cervical cap, diaphragm, and of course condoms). the nova ring is a good option for some wom...
- Dear D.: I think IUD stands for "intra utero device". It is somewhat T-shaped, and the two ends of the 'T' have copper. Those ends are right where the tubes enter t...
- Hi D., I was also very against going back on any kind or hormones after having my 2 boys, I was very sensitive to the pill (every kind made me a raging maniac). Howev...
IUD As Birth Control!
I will definitely get another one when I am ready for birth control again! ... but I don't trust barrier methods and the hormonal methods were NOT working ...
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- Copper-t loooove iiiiiittt!!!
- I had one for almost 10 years with absolutely no problems. The only thing that bothered me toward the end was knowing something foreign was inside of me...otherwise, i...
- I had a copper IUD for 7 years - from the time I was 20 until 27, when I had it removed so I could try to get pregnant. I loved it. I hadn't had a child prior to ins...
Birth Control and Tubes Tied?
Sep 21, 2009 ... Unless you have some other underlying medical issue which calls for hormonal birth control, using natural family planning methods will ...
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- You shouldn't need to use birth control to prevent pregnancy. You may need to birth control for other reasons such as regulating your cycle. Getting your tubes tied...
- I would use condoms. While you won't likely have a normal pregnancy, ectopic/tubal pregnancies are unfortunately common. That can not only endanger your life but the...
- My friend just got her tubes tired in March. She was told it's only 80% effective for the first year and she should use some form of birth control. But after the year ...
Birth Control Pills
My lactation consultant and midwife told that me that you can't take birth control pills while breastfeeding. The only safe methods were the IUD, ...
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- go to the store, get the little test, ease your mind.....2 babies in 2 years....that can also stress out your systems...sometimes it takes awhile, also, to get regulat...
- Hi S. my name is Pastor Davis. You cycle might have been thrown of course due to a possible side effect. However, I really do think that you need to take the test as ...
- My lactation consultant and midwife told that me that you can't take birth control pills while breastfeeding. The only safe methods were the IUD, diaphragm or condom....
Birth Control and Breastfeeding
Read all 11 responses: "Can anyone suggest a good birth control method (besides condom usage) that a breastfeeding mom can use?
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- Try the mini-pill. It only has progesterone in it, so it shouldn't reduce your milk supply!
- I breastfeed also. My son is 7 months now and my OB gave me a progesterone pill for BC. I have been using the pill since my 6 week check-up and haven't had any breas...
- i am taking micronor, or the mini-pill. its been working for me. iits just like the pill but its safe when breastfeeding and did not lower my milk supply.
Advice on the Birth Control IUD
Advice on the Birth Control IUD. I just had my postpardum doctor visit and we discussed different types .... pregnant birth control · birth control methods ...
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- I had the Mirena IUD inserted in December 2007. In my case, the procedure was quite uncomfortable, and I was somewhat uncomfortable for a couple of months afterward. ...
- I was on the NuvaRing for 1 year back in 2005. I loved it. I was convenient for me to only remember once a month instead of everyday. The only complaint I have was ...
- HI GB, I am a 38 yr old mom of two girls, 6 & 3 years. I have been on the Nuva Ring for 1 year. I am so happy I did it. I've had no problems with it!
Birth Control While Also Taking Antibiotics!
The pharmacist should have told you about this and dtold you to use other methods of birth control. I'm not sure for how long, but you should call the ...
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- YES!!! My dr and pharmacist both recommend using another form of BC for an entire MONTH after ANY antibiotic, including augmentin.
- antibiotics most of the time do weaken birth control it would be a good idea for him to wear protection until you are off the antibiotics
- G., Birth Control and Antibiotics most definitely will counteract each other. If not looking to get pregnant you should seek alternative methods. I have personally...
IUD Or Birth Control Pills
Read all 9 responses: "I am currently taking a monthly birth control pill ... It is just like any other b/c method .. you have to find what is best for you! ...
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- L., IF YOU ARE FINISHED HAVING CHILDREN GO AHEAD AND HAVE A TUBAL, IF NOT I WOULD TRY THE PILL, MY STEP=SISTER HAD AN I.U.D. AND AFTER HAVING IT REMOVED SHE HAD 2 MISC...
- I know I have responded to this before .... (someone else's post) but I LOVE LOVE LOVE my IUD!!! It is the best. I think you just have to try different things out to ...
- I love the Nuva Ring... no weight gain and no other side effects that I have noticed.. best of luck to you
