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Birth Control While Breast Feeding
Read all 11 responses: "What types of birth control have breast feeding mothers used ... I used the generic version of Ortho-Micronor, Nora-be. ... You do need to try to take them around the same time every day or you may end up with a ...
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- I used the generic version of Ortho-Micronor, Nora-be. It is a daily pill you have to remember to take which kind of sucks. I used it for about 7 months while breast...
- Hi J.! I finally decided to start taking birth control pills when my son was about 2 years old. I was still breast feeding so my doctor put me on the mini-pill. I...
- I've been on Errin birth control pills (for breastfeeding) and haven't noticed any side effects. I was on a couple different pills before I was trying to get pregnant...
Anybody Taking Errin or Micronor Birth Control Pills?
The doctor will suggest you take it at the same time ever day and dont miss a day. ... on my normal birth control pill. it was a low dose pill, same as i was on beforehand. ... I am not currently taking Micronor (generic for Errin). ...
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- I took the Micronor for six months while I was nursing and I didn't have any trouble. My doctor told me to be sure and take it the same time every day.
- I don't know the brand name of the mini-pill I was taking, but I did get pregnant. You have to take the pill at exactly the same time every day, within minutes. If y...
- Hi, I took both Errin and Micronor for the first year while I was breastfeeding my now 18 month old daughter. I didn't become pregnant during that time. After I w...
Birth Control Options
Please let me know what birth control you use - the side effects, .... ago and the chance of a pregnancy with one is the same as with a tubal ligation. ...
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- If you don't mind the pill, I would stay on it. The biggest problem with the pills that you only have your period every 3 months, is spot-thru bleeding. But, since y...
- The Mirena which is an IUC is wonderful ... I had my baby 9 months ago and I have only had one period and a 2 day stent of spotting. It is a low dose hormone, and I ha...
- Don't be scared of the Mirena IUD. To have it placed, it isn't much more uncomfortable than a PAP. I felt a little crampy for a few hours after, but now, I can't fee...
Non Hormonal Birth Control
Read all 15 responses: "Hi, its that time to seek out birth control. ... At the same time I got it I switched from tampons to the menstrual cup, so I can't ...
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- Hi S., I used the pill for a few years and started to know how my moods would be by where I was in the cycle. I have PMS and it became worse on the pill. I then used ...
- I have the same problem with any type of hormones. My moods go crazy.... and i have tried them all -- including the nuva-ring. After #2 we resorted to using condoms ...
- Hi, I've had a copper IUD for almost two years..the Paraguard. It's been a love hate relationship. In the beginning I had breakthrough spotting that lasted close to...
Good Birth Control Pill
Apr 26, 2009 ... I think there is a generic but I haven't had a chance to see my doctor ... There is a new implantable birth control that is like Norplant. ...
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- There is a new implantable birth control that is like Norplant. Ask your doctor about that, it is good for 3 years?
- I was on Yasmin for over 3 years and never had any ill side effects. It is a bit pricey so check with your insurance. My insurance doesn't cover enough to make it affo...
- I have a Mirena IUD and I love it. I have forgetten that it is in there. I will never go back to Birth control Pills. This is so much easier. I was able to get it done...
Regular Birth Control Pill or "Lo" Kind?
I was on the "regular" birth control pill for 4 yrs and it only made me real ... I've also taken the jolivette, same effects and it says it's a "less ...
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- Hey D.! I have had both ortho-tri-cylen and now the "lo" and I like the lo A LOT better! My periods are shorter, I'm less crampy and my mood swings are non exist...
- I love Natural Family Planning: www.creightonmodel.com. I would love to answer any questions you have. It works for everyone (not just if you're very regular.) I've us...
- I've taken Micronor off and on for years now. I first started taking it after having my DD and used them while BF but when I stopped nursing I switched to different BC...
Birth Control Killing Desire?
The same thing happened to me. I tried several kinds of birth control when I was in my early 20s (before my first real job, marriage, kids, etc.). ...
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- The same thing happened to me. I tried several kinds of birth control when I was in my early 20s (before my first real job, marriage, kids, etc.). I quit taking the ...
- Hi D., Have you thought about going completely hormone/device/barrier free? Natural family planning (NFP, also called fertility awareness or periodic abstinence) is a...
- I experienced the same thing. I got off the pill, got pregnant 3 times back to back (which was the plan). But my sexual desire was gone when I was on the pill, when ...
Birth Control and Breastfeeding
Read all 11 responses: "Can anyone suggest a good birth control method (besides condom usage) ... The generic version I get from the pharmacy is Jolivette. ...
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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.
Birth Control
I am having the exact same problems as you are! I am on the Loestrin birth control (also a low dose like the Ortho-Low). I have a period every two weeks and ...
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- I have an IUD and I love it! I have been on it for over a year and no weight gain or pregnancy! It's convenient and if you don't like it, it is easily removed! Good luck!
- I started with Ortho, then after my son was born switched to Depo, which I loved for the fact that I didn't have to think about it, but didn't like it because I couldn...
- I have the copper IUD and love it as well. It is a wonderful addition and highly successful.
Mirena/Birth Control Decision Help with Anxiety
Aug 12, 2009 ... types of birth control since I was 17 and all give me the same..." ... it's like the generic one, but it may be the best option for us, ...
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- I used an IUD for almost 3 years. I used the one with no hormones. The only problem I had with it is that it made my periods much heavier than normal, and I had cramp...
- What causes the mood swings and the anxiety are the hormones in the pills. I have a similar problem in that BCPs make me so pissy my DH won't come anywhere near me, wh...
- Hi T., Not sure if the pill actually casuses anxiety, more likely the hard job of being a mother and wife. I would try yasmin (pill). Get on Cymbalta (30 mg)for de...
