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Birth Control for a Teenager
I also don't want her to think that she's protected from pregnancy while on birth control and therefore doesn't need to practice safe sex (if she does have ...
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- I would make sure she understands that she can talk to you about sex and anything else she may be thinking of doing, doing or has friends doing. Talk to her about the...
- A B, I know you may be to tired to "go through" this..but if it were me I would not do the pills so not to say to her "its ok". I would mark out a time where you an...
- I would have to say yes. My friend had her daughter at 14 and when her daughter was 15, she seemed to be going down the same path. My friend's concern was only that ...
Birth Control While Breast Feeding
Read all 9 responses: "Is anyone breast feeding while on birth control? ... My midwife said it was perfectly safe for nursing. Helpful? ...
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- My OB put me on the generic of Micronor (Joviette). I am having some decrease in supply, but not certain if it is because of the pill or if it is because I am at the ...
- Birth control can/will affect your supply...even the mini-pill. Best to go the natural family planning route while you are breastfeeding.
- I started taking Micronor when my son was 9 months old and continued nursing him until he was 2 1/2 and never had any supply problem. You do need to be a good pill ta...
Lactation and Birth Control Advice
my name is S..i do not know to much about birth control other than are we ... so many birth control out there and the majority of them are not safe.i work ...
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- Hi S.. I had the Mirena IUD inserted after the birth of my son and I breastfed with no problems what so ever. It has been really great not having to worry about birth ...
- Congrats on your second daughter! I had my third son almost 10 months ago and, like you, used the mini-pill after my second son. This time the Mirena was recommended...
- read up on ALL complications associated with IUD. I had major problems.
Birth Control Ideas
Read all 10 responses: "What do you all suggest for birth control. ... first 6 months postpartum I was on the mini-pill which is safe to take while nursing. ...
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- Hello, I know that the other two responses had spoken negatively about IUD's, but I personally had the Mirena and absolutely LOVED it. I didn't have any issues wit...
- I am right there with you!! I'm begging my hubby to get a vasectomy, but he won't (yet). I'll be reading your replies! B
- Please read Taking Charge of Your Fertility by Toni Weschler. This book is fabulous and will give you great insight to how your body and cycles work. It teaches you ho...
Birth Control While Nursing
My Dr. claimed this to be the only birth control I could take while nursing, ... Mirena site doesn't say if it's safe to use while nursing. ...
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- hey L., Theres a pill called nor b (i think) and it doesnt contain any estrogen just progestoren so it wont dry up your milk... it's made especially for breastfeedin...
- Hi L., My doctor recommended the NuvaRing when I was in the same situation and it did not dry up my milk supply. I still use it now that I'm no longer nursing becaus...
- I've found the Copper IUD to be very convenient. It's currently the most effective (99%) birth control out there with little or no side effects. I've been nursin...
Birth Control While Nursing
I am trying to decide on a birth control method that will be safe to use. I am trying to decide between the Mini-Pill (progesterone only) or the ParaGard ...
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- Dear L., I do hope you get the chance to read my response. Take my advice and DO NOT TAKE THE MINI PILL. Sorry for the caplock. The reason why I say this, is that ...
- with my daughter I did the POP ( pogesterone only pill). I never noticed any decrease in milk or side effects at all. I actually nursed her 20 mos. The only thing is y...
- I am using the IUD. I did have a little cramping, but it has gone away, but most of my friends that use the IUD have had no cramping. A little about me: I have ...
Micronor Birth Control Pill
Do any of you take the Micronor (progestin only) birth control pill? ... Regular Birth Control Pill or "Lo" Kind? 15 · Breastfeeding and the Pill Safe? ...
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- Beware of progestin only. I took it in a natural form and put myself into a menopause state. Balance is everything.
- I'm taking progestin only (generic version of Micronor - Camila) due to nursing. So far I haven't had any issues. I'm 29 with a 6 m.o., if that makes a difference.
- My best friend was on Micronor while she was nursing her then 11 month old daughter (she wanted the reduced level of hormones because of the nursing). Oops - she got ...
Birth Control
Apr 26, 2009 ... I do not like to take the birth control pill, not a big fan of ... want any more kids so he got pretty good at knowing when it was "safe". ...
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- We used natural family planning and it worked for us. Not only did it help us space our children but being aware of my cycles helped us to get pregnant right away whe...
- I highly recommend the book "Taking Charge of your Fertility" by Toni Weschler. I and several of my friends have used it very successfully to get pregnant, and at leas...
- Most of the responses to this point are pretty good. I agree with talking with your OB/GYN. I also didn't like the idea of the pill, IUD, or implant. I learned my cy...
Good Birth Control Pill
Apr 26, 2009 ... on the only pill that I could take that was safe for breast feeding. ... 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...
Please Help!! Birth Control or Pregnant??
Read all 29 responses: "So i been on birth control for a year. ... Just to be on the safe side, I would stop taking the pill until you know for sure. ...
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- Unprotected sex and no birth control. Take a test and stop taking birth control until you are 100% sure you are not pregnant.
- There is really no way to no for sure this early. My bet would be "not pregnant." You are right to think doubling-up on the pill can cause nausea and vomiting. So t...
- More then likely it was from taking 2 pills. However, wait a week and take a pregnancy test to be sure.
