I'm heading to my doctors because I want to go on some kind of birth control now that I am seeing someone. I just am curious what type have you tried? What worked well, and what you didn't care for? I'm 20 years old and never had the need to go on anything till now and would just like some experienced ladies advice. Thanks.
2006-09-17 11:18:54 · 12 answers · asked by Jessye 2 in Family & Relationships ➔ Singles & Dating
I was on Ortho Tri-Cyclen Lo for 2 years. It gave me mood swings in the beginning (as just about all of them will), but my cramps went (mostly) away and I didn't gain weight on it. Toward the end, though, I question how well it was working, as my cramps returned and that time of the month got longer.
I am now on Cyclessa. It's been less than a month, but my doctor doesn't predict weight gain, says it should cause fewer mood swings, and my period should get shorter
2006-09-17 11:21:14 · answer #1 · answered by Esma 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I tried the pill and always forgot to take it so if you have a good memory that one works their is a new one out that gives you fewer periods. its brand new. i also tried the depo i liked it cause it lasted three months at a time but it makes you gain weight, how much depends on the person. and even my doctor told you it made you gain weight so im not talking out my a**. it really screws up your period though. i just started the nuva ring and it so far doesnt seem to have any major side effects. or mood swings. you just gotta put it in once a month. hope that helps. but remember for like the first couple days after you start it to still use other protection or not have sex. same with towards the end of each month or dose. i got pregnant off the depo cause i was at the end of my dose ( had like a week till i went for my next appt) and didnt use extra protection. Hope this helps a little
2006-09-17 11:26:37 · answer #2 · answered by mk 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Go for the pill. I have never had an problems or bad side effects with it and it's 99.9% effective. There are lots of different kinds of pills... ask your Dr which is the best for you. I've been on Yasmine for the last 5 years and would recommend it! Just remember, the pill does not protect against std's.
2006-09-17 11:23:01 · answer #3 · answered by eeeeeeeeclipse 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
It's been so long ago..I do know that most of them are okay...Just don't smoke. Plus they have a pill that you can take before u have sex then a day later.....Ask your doctor...He or she will know what is best for u.Good luck Oh I forgot that they have this thing that they put under your skin and u don't have to take a pill.Ask about that too
2006-09-17 11:23:32 · answer #4 · answered by sweet_thing_kay04 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
hi. ive tried a few. i am on the progesterine only pill right now cause we have a history of dvt in our family. its a little more tricky than the regular pill cause you have to take it within 3 hours of the same time each day (the combined pill is within 12) but its easy if you make a point of it each morning. it also didnt have as many side effects as the combined pill for me. i would suggest asking about a low dosage combined pill for your first one. (unless theres dvt in your family history, thats deep vein thrombosis or blood clots) they seem to have less side effects and takes your body less time to adjust to.and give whatever one you take three months for your body to adapt before you decide that its not right. it takes that long for your body to get used to the excess hormones.
2006-09-17 11:24:45 · answer #5 · answered by babyshooze 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Be careful taking piles douse not always work.
There has been studies made in the UK on single moms and it turned out that the pill did not always work.
So carry condoms, still the best way.
2006-09-17 11:31:00 · answer #6 · answered by Jack s 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I was on Ortho a few years back and it workied fine for a while, but then I would get nausated in the morning as if I were having morning sickess.
2006-09-17 11:26:41 · answer #7 · answered by angel_girl2248 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Yasmin.. its a pill it worked perfect for me.. do not get the shot unless you want to gain 30 pounds
2006-09-17 11:20:41 · answer #8 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i have been on Ortho-tricyclen Lo for a couple months now. and i works really well for me. Not only is the protection good, it regulates your periods and reduces acne. as for the weight gain part.. i did gain a little weight.. but only in my boobs. ;) i couldnt complain.
2006-09-17 11:24:28 · answer #9 · answered by Beautiful_Brunette235 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I tried Depo - which is a shot every 4 months - it was reliable.
I tried the pill - I got pregnant while on it.
2006-09-17 11:21:27 · answer #10 · answered by Shaana 5 · 1⤊ 1⤋